Honoring Our Past. Inspiring Our Future. What would Salem have been like without the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill? Who would be the stewards of Salem’s historical past if not the WHC? Join us October 1st to learn more about the great legacy of “that big red building” in the Heart of Salem and walk away […]
Music at the Mill closes out its inaugural season with a night of live music by Phoenix, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept 8 at Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St SE.
Family Fun Fridays Attend our Family Fun Fridays throughout August for hands-on experiences that educate and bring the history of our region to life! Cost: $15/adults; $11/youth 6-7; Berry Pass holders and 5 & under free *Adult admission required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Kalapuya August 7 and August 21, 2026 10:15 am […]
Music at the Mill continues August 11 and every other Tuesday until September 8! Come dance, eat, and drink to a different sound each night while being surrounded by the beautiful historic setting at Willamette Heritage Center. Music plays from 6pm to 8pm. Aug 25 features PDX Preachers, fronted by Brian Batchley on blues harmonica and […]
Ever wondered who built your home—or what stood there 100 years ago? Join WHC staff for a hands‑on research class designed to help you research the history of your property in Marion County and the greater Salem area. Through real-life case studies, WHC staff will guide you through three essential research skills: DIY deed searches to trace ownership […]
Family Fun Fridays Attend our Family Fun Fridays throughout August for hands-on experiences that educate and bring the history of our region to life! Cost: $15/adults; $11/youth 6-7; Berry Pass holders and 5 & under free *Adult admission required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Kalapuya August 7 and August 21, 2026 10:15 am […]
Family Fun Fridays Attend our Family Fun Fridays throughout August for hands-on experiences that educate and bring the history of our region to life! Cost: $15/adults; $11/youth 6-7; Berry Pass holders and 5 & under free *Adult admission required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Kalapuya August 7 and August 21, 2026 10:15 am […]
Music at the Mill continues August 11 and every other Tuesday until September 8! Come dance, eat, and drink to a different sound each night while being surrounded by the beautiful historic setting at Willamette Heritage Center. Music plays from 6pm to 8pm. Aug 11 features Water Street Project, a six-piece band that uses four […]
Family Fun Fridays Attend our Family Fun Fridays throughout August for hands-on experiences that educate and bring the history of our region to life! Cost: $15/adults; $11/youth 6-7; Berry Pass holders and 5 & under free *Adult admission required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Kalapuya August 7 and August 21, 2026 10:15 am […]
Sheep to Shawl Saturday, May 2, 2026 10am – 4pm Join us for an exciting day of woolly wonder at the 41st Annual Sheep to Shawl event! See live animal Watch shearing demonstrations Experience living history Take part in activities for kids Enjoy live performances Play lawn games Shop with vendors and retail partners Experience the magic of wool […]
Get ready to transport back in time to the elegant world of Bridgerton at A New Moon Ball - it's going to be a night to remember! Welcome to "A New Moon Ball" A Bridgerton Themed Ball! Join us for an enchanting evening filled with elegance and grandeur at the Willamette Heritage Center. Immerse yourself in the […]
Salem Police Chief Trevor Womack recently announced his retirement effective May 22, 2026. As reported in the Salem Reporter, Chief Womack said, "There's no career like this. It's an incredible career. Thankful and grateful that I had the honor of serving this way, especially these last five years." Being Salem's Police Chief was, he said, "the highest […]
Downtown venues have joined together to create “Spring Break Passport to Fun”, which offers activities for the family during spring break week. Oregon State Capitol, State Capitol State Park, Willamette Heritage Center, Hallie Ford Museum of Art, World Beat Gallery, Salem Art Association at Bush Bart Art Center, Salem Public Library, and Deepwood Museum have […]
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