This was a really fun experience. Myself and my wife really enjoyed the two hour Chehalis valley…read morerailroad tour. We were in town for the weekend for other activities, and we decided to do this as a tourist activity as well. We took the last train of the day, so unfortunately we did not get to tour the museum as we were running late, but the train ride was amazing. The steam engine train is not running right now, which was a bummer, but they still run rides on a diesel engine train. We had a very funny conductor that kept us entertained. The ride was very peaceful and tranquil and on an older train so we appreciated the tranquility. There were not many people on the train with us, just two other couples. We were almost running late and the employee met us at the coach to give us our tickets, which was appreciated. The ride included pictures of the Chehalis River, scenery, wildlife, and more. The train and coach were definitely older, so we appreciated that classic vibe. I do know they also have special event dinner rides and such as well that they host several times per year. Overall, I definitely recommend the Chehalis railroad tour. It was a great experience!

Very fun they served hot chocolate and cookies and Santa was there the kids loved it.....I'd…read moredefinitely take the kids back to do it again..

What a great experience and a gem of a place, here in downtown Chehalis! We had driven past it…read moremany times and never really stopped in. Decided to make the plunge a couple of weeks ago and boy am I glad we did! It is an old, renovated train station/depot building - that's now a museum to celebrate and remember the bygone eras of the towns and county. There are multiple displays and exhibits that highlight the many chapters of Lewis County's history and culture, from the time of Native Americans and early pioneers all the way to 1950's. It is filled with actual items from each era (tools, appliances, clothes, maps, merchandise, etc). It really does much to bring history alive and allow visitors to see with their own eyes, and not just in photographs, what people used and lived with. The highlight of the museum, though, is of course the trains! All the way towards the back of the building is a ginormous electric model train set! It's set up to mimic the geography and landscape of Lewis Co. and is so captivating. There are two separate sets and each actually work with the push of a button. There is also a medium sized wooden train set for the kids to enjoy. My two boys absolutely love it!! At just $5 per adult and free for the littles, it's a bargain! I highly recommend the Lewis County Historical Museum for a wonderful time with great fun and learnings for the whole family!!

This is a great 'halfway' stop between Portland and Seattle. Get out, stretch your legs and check…read moreout some very interesting exhibits about all kinds of 'goings on' in Washington's first county! The General Store area, with costumes to try on and stuff to play with, is a big hit with kids!

Cool and taboo! So happy to have a museum supporting the sex working class. People have to do…read morecrazy shit to keep food on the table. 10/10 would recommend.

Fun for the whole family. Exhibits like The Dino Dig, The Power of Air, Lego Extreme, a kid-sized…read morepretend Grocery Store, and more. Only $4 a person. Open Weds-Sat 10-5 and Sundays 11-5. In the Twin City Town Center Between Michaels and Maurices. Off I-5 Exit 79 in Chehalis.

From the owner: Discover! Children’s Museum is a hands-on learning space in Downtown Centralia, Washington where…read morekids and families explore, create, play, and learn together through interactive exhibits, imaginative play, science, music, and discovery.

We absolutely LOVE the King Agriculture Museum and have been there multiple times! This is a…read morelittle gem of a place just east of the main downtown stretch of Centralia. Open seasonally during the summer, it's a place that you have to check out if you like getting an up-close and personal looksie at vintage farm equipment! Walking in, you enter their main "gift shop" type of room. In it, you will find all sorts of toys, models, and the like - including agriculture vehicles, trucks, construction vehicles, etc. The selection is vast and the pricing is varied, so there is something for everyone. Going through the back exit of that room takes you to the heart of the museum. It includes multiple large, high ceilinged rooms that house their enormous collection of farm equipment. The biggest collection includes tractors, but they've also got other types of equipment and vehicles too. Your visit has to take you outside through their backdoors and enjoy even more, larger pieces of equipment. Back there, your little ones will find a cute little play area that includes a dried bean-filled play table, "big-wheel" type tractors for them to pedal around, and a playground with vintage equipment (remember the old metal slides that burn your skin going down and leave a silver streak down your pants?). LOL! The staff is extremely kind and family friendly. They do not rush you through the visit, are patient with the kids, answer any questions you might have, and let you take your time. I have brought my boys here for almost just the purpose of looking at the models and playing in the back, and the ownership is totally cool with that. They love the fact that the kids like to experience the museum and look at what they have. Very cool, indeed. Their hours are Thursday - Sunday from 10:00am - 4:00pm during June - September. Free for kids 12 and under and only $6.00 for adults, this is an easy and inexpensive option for things to do. The only thing I wish they offered was a membership. Other museums in the area offer a yearly membership that gives you a free admission as one of the perks. Alas, they don't. But oh well. We'll still go there.

Neat place! Have been several times as they are always adding new stuff. Great place to take the…read morelittle ones as they have a playground out back!

What an interesting art gallery. Local artists. Very diverse in their art and of a high quality…read more I was surprised that a small town like Centralia had so many talented artists. And they give classes there too. What is not to llike? I also rreally loved the large gallery room with the old tin ceiling tiles. A real treasure to find.

From the owner: Rectangle Gallery is filled with amazing original artwork created locally. Housed in a beautiful…read morebuilding in historic downtown Centralia WA this Gallery is a must for art enthusiasts, collectors and people who want to be surrounded by beauty