Lewis County Historical Museum

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The Lewis County Historical Museum protects and preserves the history of Lewis County, Washington through public education and conservation of countless artifacts unique to Lewis County.

A hairy new visitor has been spotted at the museum…We have some fun, new natural history displays at the Lewis County Hi...
05/29/2026

A hairy new visitor has been spotted at the museum…

We have some fun, new natural history displays at the Lewis County Historical Museum, just in time for summer. Stop by to learn more about regional wildlife, geology, logging practices, and wilderness protection efforts.

Thinking about becoming a member of the Lewis County Historical Museum? We’d love to have you! 💛Membership is a fun and ...
05/26/2026

Thinking about becoming a member of the Lewis County Historical Museum? We’d love to have you! 💛

Membership is a fun and easy way to support local history while enjoying year-round museum admission, special events, discounts in the gift shop, and more.

Become a member here: https://lewiscountymuseum.org/about/membership/

Imagine that!Early logging camps in Lewis County were often located deep in the forests, far from towns and modern conve...
05/21/2026

Imagine that!

Early logging camps in Lewis County were often located deep in the forests, far from towns and modern conveniences. Loggers lived in rugged bunkhouses, worked long days in dangerous conditions, and helped build the timber industry that shaped much of the Pacific Northwest.

The logging industry played a huge role in the growth of Lewis County, and its impact can still be seen throughout the region today.

1st image: Somerville Mill loaded log train coming out of logging operation near Napavine, WA. Photo ca. 1910.
3rd image: McCormick Lumber Co. Steam engine crew ca. 1928

Whoever left their kids here… can you pick them up? 👀Whether you love them or find their permanent side-eyeing expressio...
05/15/2026

Whoever left their kids here… can you pick them up? 👀

Whether you love them or find their permanent side-eyeing expressions a little unnerving, each of these dolls tells a story about what childhood looked like long before the age of screens and electronic entertainment.

Come visit the Lewis County Historical Museum and see what other glimpses of the past are waiting to be discovered.

Looking to dig deeper into Lewis County history, or even your own heritage? The Margaret Shields Research Library is a t...
04/30/2026

Looking to dig deeper into Lewis County history, or even your own heritage? The Margaret Shields Research Library is a treasure trove of photographs, documents, and archives waiting to be explored.

Whether you're researching your family roots or a local story, this is a solid place to start! We even have affordable research assistants to help you in your search, if you’re not sure where to begin.

After you’ve wandered our exhibits, stop by our Visitor Information Board to discover other places to explore, historic ...
04/28/2026

After you’ve wandered our exhibits, stop by our Visitor Information Board to discover other places to explore, historic sites, and organizations that help us preserve the stories of our community.

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Did you know? Long before towns existed, the rivers of Lewis County were major trade and travel routes for tribe members...
04/22/2026

Did you know?

Long before towns existed, the rivers of Lewis County were major trade and travel routes for tribe members. Our Chehalis and Cowlitz Indian Tribal Room houses numerous artifacts and stories that illustrate indigenous lifestyles, trades, and crafts.

Visit the museum today to discover local tribal history. For more information about our exhibits, visit the museum’s permanent exhibit page: https://lewiscountymuseum.org/exhibits/permanent-exhibits/

“And Justice Wept”, a play, by Joan Kuder Bell, and based upon the 1920 murder trial transcript regarding the Centralia ...
04/19/2026

“And Justice Wept”, a play, by Joan Kuder Bell, and based upon the 1920 murder trial transcript regarding the Centralia Armistice Day Tragedy of 1919, will have a staged reading at 2 pm on Saturday, April 25th, at 2 pm in the Corbet Theatre on the Centralia College campus. Admission is free. The playwright will be attending.

Address

599 NW Front Way
Chehalis, WA
98532

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

(360) 748-0831

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