Winlock Historical Museum

04/29/2026

04/08/2026

Our Spring 2026 Winlock Historical Museum newsletter just went out to our members, and we thought we’d share it with the community as well.

This issue includes a story about how the railroad helped build Winlock — written by our own board member, Lesa Givens — along with historic photos from the museum archives.

If you enjoy learning about the history of our town, consider becoming a member of the Winlock Historical Museum. Membership helps us preserve and share these stories for future generations.

Annual memberships start at just $25.

📍Museum hours: Wed, Thu & Sat • 11–2

Winlock didn’t just grow beside the railroad… it was built because of it.

03/13/2026

We would like to welcome Jim Voyles as our newest LIFETIME MEMBER of the Winlock Historical Museum. Jim’s support helps us continue preserving and sharing the stories, artifacts, and history that make Winlock such a special community.

If you care about keeping our local history alive for future generations, we would love to have you join us as a member as well. Every membership helps support the museum and the work of our volunteers.

Join us in preserving the rich history of Winlock! Complete this form to become a new member of the Winlock Historical Museum or renew your membership for 2026.

03/12/2026

A Big Thank You to Our Community! ❤️

After our last post, several people signed up as NEW members of the Winlock Historical Museum and a few renewed their memberships using our online form. That support truly means a lot to our all-volunteer group. Thank you for helping keep Winlock’s story alive!

We’re already hard at work planning some new displays and ideas for Winlock Egg Days this June, and we’re excited to share more of our town’s history with the community and visitors who come to celebrate.

If you love this town and the stories that make it special, we’d love to have your support.

For just $25 per year, you can become a member of the Winlock Historical Museum and help preserve the photographs, artifacts, and memories that make Winlock unique.

Joining is easy — you can sign up online here:
👉 https://forms.gle/oir2tHrJVMeq8yCA8

Every membership helps support the work of our all-volunteer team and helps ensure that future generations can learn about the people and events that shaped our community.

Thank you for being part of Winlock’s story. ❤️

Join us in preserving the rich history of Winlock! Complete this form to become a new member of the Winlock Historical Museum or renew your membership for 2026.

02/24/2026

📬 The Winter 2026 Winlock Historical Museum Newsletter is coming soon!

If you love this town… this is your invitation.

For just $25 per year, you can become a member of the Winlock Historical Museum and help preserve the stories, photographs, artifacts, and history that make our community special, (or renew your 2026 membership)! 🗓️

We’ve made it incredibly easy:

✔ Sign up online
✔ Pay quickly through Venmo
✔ Or mail/drop off a check/cash

And here’s something new…

On the membership form, you can also let us know if you’d like to volunteer. Even one day a month makes a real impact. You don’t need to be an expert — just someone who cares about Winlock.

Membership Options:
• Standard – $25 yearly
• Business – $100 yearly
• Patron – $250 yearly
• Lifetime – $500 one-time

Join us here:
👉 https://forms.gle/oir2tHrJVMeq8yCA8

History doesn’t preserve itself. It takes a community. ♥️

Let’s keep Winlock’s story alive — together.

12/04/2025

📢 WINLOCK HISTORICAL MUSEUM UPDATE

The museum will be closed this Saturday, December 6th due to a shortage of volunteers.
We’re sorry for the inconvenience — we truly love keeping the doors open, and we hope to be back to normal hours next week.

If you’ve ever thought about volunteering (even just one day a month!), we’d love to have you. It’s easy, meaningful, and keeps our local history alive. ❤️

Thank you for understanding and supporting the museum!

Send a message to learn more

10/27/2025

📣 Museum Notice: Temporary Closure

The Winlock Historical Museum will be closed from October 29 through November 19. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s understanding.

🎃 However — we will still be handing out candy on Halloween night (October 31st)! So be sure to stop by and say hello while you’re out trick-or-treating.

As many of you know, our museum is run entirely by volunteers — and lately, we’ve been short-handed. When a few of our regulars can’t make it, we don’t always have enough coverage to stay open.

If you love Winlock’s history and could spare even one or two days a month for a few hours, we’d love to have you join our volunteer team. No prior experience needed — just a friendly attitude and a love for our community’s story.

💌 Message us here on Facebook or stop by once we reopen to learn more.

Together, we can help keep Winlock’s history alive (and sweet)! 🍬

10/25/2025

❤️💛 Winlock Homecoming — 50 Years Ago! (1975)

From the Lewis County News, November 6, 1975:

“Congratulations go to Dennis Anderson, left, as he is named 1975 Homecoming King during halftime ceremonies of the Winlock–Toledo football game. A few minutes later, Pam Ramsdell, left, front row, was named Homecoming Queen.”

Also pictured: Ron Bowen, Jerry Finley, Rick Davis, Scott Gootee, Jody Brenning, Debbie Matheson, Shelley Steveson, and Lori Brabham.
📸 Photo courtesy of David Holmes.

It’s hard to believe this was 50 years ago! The uniforms, the hair, the smiles — Winlock pride never goes out of style.

10/19/2025

📦 A Sunday Success Story!

When a community comes together, there’s nothing we can’t do! 💪

Today, a beautiful display cabinet — donated by Ray Watson & Lesa Givens — found its new home upstairs at the Winlock Historical Museum. Getting it there took a true team effort! Huge thanks to Jacob Trodahl, Ray Watson, Tommy Thompson, Ricky Thompson, and Brandon Korpi for giving up part of their Sunday to make it happen.

This is what small-town teamwork looks like — neighbors lending hands, history being preserved, and pride in every lift! ❤️

10/16/2025

❄️ Winlock Historical Museum Winter Hours ❄️

Effective immediately, our winter hours are:
📅 Wednesdays and Saturdays
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Please note that openings are subject to volunteer availability — there are times when scheduling conflicts arise, and if we don’t have a volunteer available, the museum may need to remain closed that day.

We’re currently seeking a few more friendly faces from the community to help keep Winlock’s history alive and accessible! Even one day a month of volunteering (just three hours) makes a big difference and helps ensure our doors stay open for visitors, families, and anyone who wants to experience the rich story of our town.

If you love local history and want to get involved — whether it’s greeting guests, organizing displays, or sharing stories — we’d love to have you on board. Please send a PM or call/Text our president, Tommy Thompson: (Three Six O) 880-8668.