Seaside Museum & Historical Society

Seaside Museum & Historical Society We collect, preserve, and interpret materials illustrative of the history and culture of Seaside.

It's almost time to celebrate 250 years of America! Join us at the Seaside Museum from 12 to 4 for an old-fashioned 4th...
06/25/2026

It's almost time to celebrate 250 years of America! Join us at the Seaside Museum from 12 to 4 for an old-fashioned 4th of July social with the cake walk, facepainting, burgers and hotdogs and lots of fun . Brownsmead Flats, bluegrass with a maritime feel will entertain. Join us before and after the parade!

The Miss Oregon Pageant is happening this week in Seaside, just like it has since 1947! Here's Miss Oregon 2001, Kati...
06/24/2026

The Miss Oregon Pageant is happening this week in Seaside, just like it has since 1947! Here's Miss Oregon 2001, Katie Harmon, as she was crowned Miss America in September 2001. She's the only Miss Oregon to become Miss America. She is scheduled to appear at this year's pageant. If you want to learn more about this Seaside tradition that's been a featured summer activity for almost 80 years, check out their web site at https://missoregon.org/

It's Montag Monday with photos from Seaside photographer William Montag in the early 20th century.Here's proof we've bee...
06/22/2026

It's Montag Monday with photos from Seaside photographer William Montag in the early 20th century.

Here's proof we've been taking pictures of our dogs for well over 100 years! This little lady looks pretty fancy in her formal dress and even a hat!

We'll be starting our WALKING TOUR WITH A LOCAL at 10:30 am this morning at the Visitors Center at the BIG ORANGE CHAIR....
06/20/2026

We'll be starting our WALKING TOUR WITH A LOCAL at 10:30 am this morning at the Visitors Center at the BIG ORANGE CHAIR. we'll wander up to the Turnaround sharing stories about Seaside's past. Tickets are $10 (you get a $5 gift certificate for the Museum Store and a Seaside sticker) at www.seasideoregonmuseum.com or cash at the start of the tour.

You can also join us on Saturday July 11th, Friday, August 14th, and Saturday September 19th. This series is supported by a grant from the Oregon Heritage Commission.

June 20th at 10:30 am join us for a Walking Tour with a Local at the Big Orange Chair at the Visitor's Center at Highway...
06/19/2026

June 20th at 10:30 am join us for a Walking Tour with a Local at the Big Orange Chair at the Visitor's Center at Highway 101, then wander up Broadway to the Turnaround.

Learn about Seaside's past while enjoying a easy 1 hour stroll through Seaside's historic downtown. Tickets are $10 (you get a $5 gift certificate at the Museum Store and a Seaside sticker) at www.seasideoregonmuseum.com or cash at the start of the tour.

This Saturday, June 20th is the next one, but you can also join us on Saturday July 11th, Friday, August 14th, and Saturday September 19th. This series is supported by a grant from the Oregon Heritage Commission.

Join us Saturday, June 20th at 10:30 am, for a Walking Tour with a Local! Learn about Seaside's history and a few tidb...
06/16/2026

Join us Saturday, June 20th at 10:30 am, for a Walking Tour with a Local! Learn about Seaside's history and a few tidbits about growing up in town in the 1950s and 1960s. Get your tickets at seasideoregonmuseum.com.

This tour is supported by a grant from the Oregon Heritage Commission.

It's Montag Monday with photos from Seaside photographer William Montag in the early 20th century.And here's a favorite ...
06/16/2026

It's Montag Monday with photos from Seaside photographer William Montag in the early 20th century.

And here's a favorite of ladies bathing in front of the Hotel Moore, which operated from 1904 to 1919. The Hotel Moore was located where the Promenade Inn (formerly Shilo) is located today. This photo was likely taken in 1918 or 1919 as there is no sign of the pier which would have been in this area and it's before the Prom and Turnaround were built in 1921.

It's Montag Mondays with photos from Seaside's early 1900s photographer, William Montag.Dance classes were popular in th...
06/08/2026

It's Montag Mondays with photos from Seaside's early 1900s photographer, William Montag.

Dance classes were popular in the early 20th century and this little butterfly is showing her moves. This is a photo before it is restored. The area on the bottom right is where the emulsion is breaking down. Our photo expert can fix it, but sometimes its fun to see the photos in their raw state.

While this studio portrait has a fancy backdrop, notice the floor is still sand. Likely these fancier backdrops could be easily exchanged for his beach scenes.

Robb's Donut Kitchen was located where the Carousel Mall is today. The staff are lined up to serve the customers, inclu...
06/05/2026

Robb's Donut Kitchen was located where the Carousel Mall is today. The staff are lined up to serve the customers, including a cheeky little boy looking at the camera. Oh, it's National Donut Day today, so maybe eat a donut to celebrate!

It's just a month away! The Museum's 4th of July Social will be from 12 to 4 pm and in addition to very popular cake wa...
06/05/2026

It's just a month away! The Museum's 4th of July Social will be from 12 to 4 pm and in addition to very popular cake walk, the American Legion will be offering hamburgers, hotdogs and strawberry shortcake and there will lots of kids games to play as well. We're excited to have Brownsmead Flats back to play their version of “Crabgrass” which they liken to a folk/bluegrass style with a maritime flavor. And they even have a song about CAKE WALK.

Plan to join us for the fun. And if you'd like to help out, volunteers get free tickets for games! Text us at 971-395-0352 to volunteer.

Address

570 Necanicum Drive
Seaside, OR
97138

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+15037387065

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