Went to visit this historic mill, Thompson Mills Flour Mill. Definitely worth a visit and a short…read moreday trip from Portland. I never even knew this place existed until my wife happened to find it on the Oregon State Parks website. There's no signage from the highway or nearby local roads, so you really have to be intentionally looking for it--you won't just stumble upon it while driving through the countryside. It's tucked away just outside of Tangent/Corvallis, which makes it feel like a true hidden gem. The guided tour was excellent and incredibly informative. Our guide did a great job walking us through the history of the mill, how it operated, and the many roles it played over the years. They even turned on some of the equipment to demonstrate how things worked, which really brought the history to life. We learned about land rights issues, the origins of the nearby town of Shedd, and that the mill was originally called Boston Mills after its owner who was from Boston--at a time when Portland itself could have ended up being called Boston (remember the famous coin toss). Fascinating stuff. There are authentic items on display from the 1800s and early 1900s, which added to the immersive experience. The mill is no longer operational and is preserved strictly for historical purposes, but that's exactly what makes it such a worthwhile visit. If you enjoy Oregon history or unique off-the-beaten-path experiences, this place is absolutely worth checking out. In the Fall (October), they do cider pressing so I might have to go back.

We had a delightful time exploring this place. Ranger Rye and the Volunteer were outstanding. The…read moreextra attention that they gave us was so very appreciated. The demonstrations helped make the Mill "come alive" for us. Thank you!

Quite small, but cheap! (Was $5 per adult). Fairly disability friendly! If you have POTS or chronic…read morepain this was fairly walkable, with a few benches spread throughout the building. Lots of interesting historical pieces and stories from Albany, varying from Jewelry heists and murders, to old clothing and schooling! Very interesting. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area!

Val & her staff are doing a great job with archives, full time exhibits & traveling exhibits too…read more I can't say enough about how fun, engaging and informative the entire museum is. Go, See, Enjoy & Learn!

Amazing! Great theater. Go early for the free tour. Scott, our tour guide, was both knowledgeable…read moreand adorable. We were so excited to see Goonies. Check and see what's showing. Popcorn was delicious and crunchy. Fun combos available. Definitely recommend!

The Whiteside is an old school movie theater. It opened in 1922, by the Whiteside brothers from…read moreIowa, along with the slightly more vintage Majestic in 1913. It's in the Italianate/Renaissance/Art Deco style... one could easily imagine it on Miami's South Beach rather than the Pacific Northwest. Its exterior with its eerie stone faces make it look haunted. The interior has had some restorations (it has suffered several fires over the years),but it could still use some TLC. http://whitesidetheatre.org/history.php It's a pleasant venue for movies&live shows. It's become the art house venue, since it has only one screen. In the often inclement Pacific Northwest, movie theaters are common, especially in Corvallis. On a rainy day, you can find comfort watching the wonders of Wonder Woman's Paradise Island, or Black Panther's incredible Wakanda forever!

We were visiting Brownsville, OR, and my wife loves to collect magnets from everywhere we go. While…read moredriving through town, we noticed the Linn County Historical Museum was open and what immediately caught our attention were the actual train cars on either side of the building. Naturally, we parked and went inside. This place is packed with history. Founded in 1962, the museum is housed in Brownsville's original railroad depot and includes six Southern Pacific railcars. The exhibits do a great job telling the stories of the region's Native peoples, Oregon Trail emigrants, Black and white pioneer settlers, and the early families of Linn County. One of the highlights was learning that one of the boxcars has been converted into a 29-seat theater known as the Boxcar Theatre. Another fun surprise was how prominently Stand By Me is recognized throughout the museum and the surrounding area. Many scenes from the movie were filmed nearby, and seeing that brought back a lot of memories from our own childhoods. Overall, this was a really cool and unexpected experience. And of course, my wife found exactly what she was hoping for, a Linn County magnet to add to her collection. Highly worth the stop if you're anywhere near Brownsville.

Loved this cute little town, it's like stepping into a hallmark movie. We passed the quilt shop and…read morethere were ladies sitting around a table talking and knitting. You don't see this kind of things these days. We loved the museum it took us back to the pioneer era. It was well maintained and so much to look at. It was great to see the actual equipment used. I highly recommend the detour to check this out!!

The Northwest Art & Air Festival is a multi-day event held each year in August at the Timber Linn…read moreMemorial Park located in Albany, Oregon. It's a mix of art, live music entertainment and the spectacle of hot air balloons. The event kicks off on Friday night with live music and the "Night Glow" event which begins at dusk. The event is weather permitting which is key to much of what happens at the annual festival. During my visits the winds were just too strong for most hot air balloons to participate. Only a few balloons were able to fully inflate, but the ones that did were pretty spectacular with the giant nylon envelopes glowing against the night sky. Even though the "Night Glow" portion didn't go off as planned, the live music on the Festival Stage was great. The band Radical Revolution performed a great selection of hits from the 80's and kept the energy level and music going strong into the night. There were a number of food trucks set-up near the stage, but with very long lines at each, plan ahead and expect a wait to order and then another wait to receive your food. If lines aren't your thing you can certainly bring your own food to the event. You should also bring your folding chairs and/or blankets and plan on arriving early enough to stake out a spot near the performance areas. On very early Saturday morning we returned before dawn to view the balloons launching. Unfortunately, as we approached the park, it was obvious that there was a problem. A steady line of vehicles were turning around and attempting to leave the area. Traffic was very congested with little to no traffic control. The launch had been cancelled due to weather conditions (wind speeds). There was no communication as to this cancellation where people were turning off the main road to get to the event. As a result, traffic became a mess. All in all, this is still a very cool event and worthy of your time. You just need to understand that The Northwest Art & Air Festival is a multi-day event held each year in August at the Timber Linn Memorial Park located in Albany, Oregon. It's a mix of art, live music entertainment and the spectacle of hot air balloons. The event kicks off on Friday night with live music and the "Night Glow" event which begins at dusk. The event is weather permitting which is key to much of what happens at the annual festival. On my visit the winds were just too strong for most hot air balloons to participate. Only a few balloons were able to fully inflate, but the ones that did were pretty spectacular with the giant nylon envelopes glowing against the night sky. Even though the "Night Glow" portion didn't go off as planned, the live music on the Festival Stage was great. The band Radical Revolution performed a great selection of hits from the 80's and kept the energy level and music going strong into the night. There were a number of food trucks set-up near the stage, but with very long lines at each, plan ahead and expect a wait to order and then another wait to receive your food. If lines aren't your thing you can certainly bring your own food to the event. You should also bring your folding chairs and/or blankets and plan on arriving early enough to stake out a spot near the performance areas. On very early Saturday morning we returned before dawn to view the balloons launching. Unfortunately, as we approached the park, it was obvious that there was a problem. A steady line of vehicles were turning around and attempting to leave the area. Traffic was very congested with little to no traffic control. The launch had been cancelled due to weather conditions (wind speeds). There was no communication as to this cancellation where people were turning off the main road to get to the event. As a result, traffic became a mess. All in all, this is still a very cool event and worthy of your time. You just need to understand that weather conditions must be perfect for the hot air balloon portions to take place. Absent this part of the event, you can still enjoy multiple concerts, arts and craft vendors, a car show and food trucks.

Fairly small car show run in conjunction with the Albany Art & Air Show. Takes place on the Sunday…read moreof the event weekend. Features cars of all ages and types, plus some unique stuff. As the host club is made up of Studebakers, you will see quite a few of those. Of course, you will also see early Fords, fifties Chevies, and other street rods, classics and cars of interest. Event is held in the park, so plan on walking, but there is shade to relax in. Admission is free to spectators. Car entrants are charged (higher amount than is shown in publicity this year), but still not too bad. Don't count on any kind of goodie bag or benefits to car owner/entrants...pretty lacking in that regard. Dash plaques are provided, however. Relatively small show, with very relaxed atmosphere.

Best Farm visit Ever! Literally No Regrets!!! Best Goat Happy Hour!! Levi & Friends are natural…read moretherapists, so good for the mind and soul! The owners Lainey & Sean are very personable and friendly too!!

Hands-down the best goat experience you will ever have. The tremendous amount of care and love that…read morethey put into the goats is very evident. All the goats were so lovable! This has to be on every Oregonians to-do list.. to see the original goat yoga!‍

Dangerous building. This place is a fire trap with a boiler and no air conditioning or air filters…read moreand needs to be shut down. It is also not ADA accessible or Title X compliant.

This was my first experience here at Gill, and seeing some of the names from the rafters makes me…read moreall squishy inside, Gary Payton, AC Green, Ralph Miller. This is one of the old school complexes that are so missing in today's giant we want your money and all of it sports complexes. You walk in to almost an oversized high school gym, although it does seat several thousands this place still seems intimate almost as if your right on top of the players. Our seats were PHENOMENAL! We were literally the first row on the end line with a clear view of the entire floor. So close you could literally hear the players jawing at each other when they were out on the floor. Amazing experience, and even though we were the outsiders and guest in the facility, we were treated well and kindly by almost everyone who we came into contact with. Unlike the rival group out of Eugene, this place and these people are worth the time and travel to experience what real college sports should be about. For anyone ever thinking of catching a game at Gill, do so before this grand facility is swept away with the tides and a new "corporate" complex takes her place. You will thoroughly enjoy it, as there isn't a bad seat in the house!

Great addition to the little town of Monroe. A place to see the work of local artist. They also…read morehave classes from time to time that the public can take.