This is an amazing piece of history and education. Lots of cool stuff to see and learn. It's free…read moreto get in but donations are welcome.

Road trip with the family and heard about this place. We had an amazing time here. First of all the…read moretown of Winthrop is a super quaint town preserving the history of the first settlers in the area. Everything-the store fronts, stores is western themed. Anyway the Shafer Museum is a historically preserved town established by one of the area's pioneer families. There were buildings which showcased the lives of the families back then. Our grandsons enjoyed the scavenger hunt a lot- the prize was a gum-ball from an old fashioned gum ball machine which was pretty cool in itself. Take your time explore the different buildings-we took about little over a hour and a half. This is a must stop place when visiting Winthrop. No admission fee but please donate generously because the maintenance and administration is done by volunteers

This was very interesting. There is a lot of history from Okanagan County., if you're visiting…read moreOkanagan or Omak, Washington, you must visit. It's a FREE ! However, did you take donations it would be nice if you take a couple of dollars to tell me they also have a a few items that you can shop for them to help support.

Very nice museum, well put together. The outdoor area is one of the nicest we've seen. Well worth…read moregoing to this museum.

What a gem. Our…read moretrip to Lake Chelan was greatly enhanced by visiting this little museum--and especially by the lovely Lou who is a wonderful historian.

I love this museum!!! You could learn more about the past of Chelan lake, Indian Americans, and…read morefashion. They give you a bingo paper that if you get a bingo you could get a souvenir rock any color!

Everything, very friendly folks. Prices very reasonable. So much to look at, can't wait to go…read moreback.

This museum is well worth visiting when in Grand Coulee. The main floor has many artifacts and…read moregives an enlightening history of Native American history in the area. The bottom floor serves as an art gallery featuring Native American artists. You won't be disappointed and are sure to learn something new about Northwest history.

There is not much of anything left in Bridgeport. We were staying the the Bridgeport RV Marina (see…read morethat review) and besides Chief Joseph Tavern and the Eagles (see those reviews) it's the only thing in the town. The tour was good. Based on other attractions listed above. It was not long and just about the right time, one hour. We would definitely do it again, it's free. They do search your vehicle so leave any of those items at your rv. Tours we're 10, 12 and 2. 8f you get a chance to see the locals catch a salmon while there it is quite interesting how they do it. The local young ones will explain how they do it and even show you the catch.

Don't be intimidated by the security gate - this place is super family friendly and FREE! Great…read morestop on a road trip where you can pop in the discovery center and learn, as well as let the kids (and your dog) play outside on the playground and beautifully landscaped grounds. All the employees (security and those in the discovery center) seemed super happy to share insights and were very welcoming. Plus there were water bottle fill stations and CLEAN family bathrooms. We will be back!

Very informative, fun for kids. Lots of information. The most fun game was downstairs. There is a…read morevideo screen and you're the captain. You're trying to navigate your boat through the rapids and he rocks complete with sound and video effects . The give you tours to walk across to see the turbines. Talk about the fish, fish ladders and how they're trying to preserve the fish swimming out to the ocean.

I completely enjoyed our visit to this gem. So much so, that we went back a second time! It is…read moresurprising how much is on display, and the wonderful variety of Pioneer and Native American items. I loved the chaps made from Buffalo hair, and the old organs that won't play unless one pumps the foot petals. Of course, the outside village is an amazing collection of settlers' cabins and other structures, all with period-appropriate furnishings. I'm in a wheelchair; I found the museum to be very accessible. Admission is $10-12 at most, and Veterans are free. But seriously, consider making a donation anyway. These wonderful places require so much upkeep. We don't want to lose them!

On Saturday 11 September 2021, I visited the Cashmere Museum and Pioneer Village as a solo female…read moretraveler. The front desk worker was a bit brusque in their interactions, however there were a few of us entering at once, so it might have just been a bit overwhelming for them. As someone on a budget, the price was a little on the high side, however nothing exorbitant. The exhibits were easy to navigate and good use was made of the available space. Artifacts were meticulously laid out both inside the main museum and in the pioneer village. The Great Northern Railway car was open to exploration, which was very neat. The whole pioneer village was well maintained and a great way to get some context for what life in Cashmere was like in the past. I noted a few bloopers on my visit, one concerning geology and one concerning currency. Some people I know love bloopers, in Hollywood they are something that might go wrong in constructing/putting together a movie and are visible in the final product, and they feel it can add to the overall experience. However, I am not currently the biggest fan of bloopers, though I used to enjoy them more, perhaps I am just a bit rusty on their enjoyment value.

This museum was way more than I expected before visiting. For a $5 entrance I was expecting a short…read morewalk through, but I easily spent over an hour looking at all the nutcrackers! It was very cool to learn about their history and see antiques as well as newer donations. They also had many photo ops and scavenger hunts fit for kids and adults. Worth the visit!

So I will be completely honest, I wanted to go to the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum. Yes, me, a…read moregrown adult, with no children in tow, just me and my love for quirky, niche museums. No invisible kids, no excuses. I was so excited to finally check it out. After a long ferry ride from Stehekin and a not-so-long drive from Chelan to Leavenworth, I thought we had made it just in time to sneak in before closing. Sadly, I found out the hard way that the museum stops selling tickets 30 minutes before closing (noted on the website - oops) and we arrived five minutes too late. I was disappointed but it just wasn't meant to be. What was meant to be, however, was the gift shop. And let me tell you - this is not your average souvenir shop! It's more like a mini preview of the museum as there were hundreds of nutcrackers on display for purchase and/or admiration. There were traditional German nutcrackers, themed ones (sports, professions, holidays), and even some that were so cute and whimsical. I spent a little time marveling at the variety and craftsmanship. Soooo yes, I got my nutcracker fix even without a ticket to the full museum! From what I could see (and from their website), this place has over 9,000 nutcrackers from more than 50 countries with artifacts dating all the way back to the Roman Empire. It's the kind of collection rarely found in the United States and the museum's mission to preserve and educate about the history and artistry of nutcrackers is honestly so cool. If I'm ever in Leavenworth again, I would try to time it better to try to actually visit the museum. For now, I'm giving a solid four stars because while I didn't get to explore the full museum, the sheer delight of the gift shop, the ambiance, and the nutcracker overload still made it a great stop. Another unique gem tucked in the heart of this Bavarian town, errr, Leavenworth!

Parking is available on-site and in front of the building for free of charge. When I visited the…read moreWenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Centre in the summer of 2021, hand sanitizer was provided by the front desk and masks were required due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The worker at the front desk was friendly and helpful in getting the admission purchased and getting us on our way exploring the museum. Exhibits span multiple floors across a main building and an annex. My favorite exhibit was the one on the Great Northern Railway, located upstairs in the main museum building. Informational placards were spaced around a model train system (diorama) that one could signal the model train to run. The scene the train ran included depictions of the actual railway and moved slow enough we could walk along with it as it traversed the model tracks. The information did a good job incorporating the physical geography, natural hazard, and social aspects that played a significant role in the building and establishment of the railway. The second exhibit I found captivating was the apple industry-related exhibit located on the ground-level in the annex. I have lived in Washington State for over 20 years and am familiar with the importance the fruit carries for the state, however the exhibit did a good job of highlighting some of the technical aspects of day-to-day work in the apple industry and the importance of the industry in Wenatchee Valley more specifically. Appreciated the local-context the information posted provided. All around the exhibits were wonderful and I especially loved the Liberty Organ, it was my first time seeing the innards of an organ like that.

A friend of mine was giving a presentation here earlier in the year, and I dropped by for moral…read moresupport. This museum is located downtown, and from what I could see, the focus is on local history. It sounds like this museum has several programs & presentations throughout the year and offer the community many interesting exhibits. So if you want to get the lowdown on the Native communities of the area, or what life has been like in this beautiful part of the country, you should drop on by.