We were making a point to see the tourist stuff for Hood River and this was our first stop along…read morethe way. I didn't expect it to be huge because it had a reasonable price that was pretty affordable. Still, they had a lot of different stuff to check out inside. The woman working was super friendly. It was just fun to see a little bit more about the area since we're usually just passing through. There were a few things outside as well and although not a huge lot I would think it would pretty mush always be easy to find parking. Glad I stopped by to check it out.

We love going to the small museums that dot the landscape across the country. Sometimes they're…read moreweird, but they're always fun and informative. This museum is definitely small, but the entrance payment of $5 each was well worth it. It took a little over an hour to go through it but it was a dive back in time to the present. A reminder of life well lived. The Indians, the farmers, the Chinese, the Japanese, the Mexicans all played a part in what Hood River county has become and all had a little representation in this small gem of a museum. The staff was friendly and informative and helped make this trip down memory lane a pleasure.

This is a beautifully curated museum. HIGHLY recommend and the price is completely reasonable…read more Learned so much from and to be near priceless pieces of history is beyond! I will never look at a neon sign (or argon) the same.

My boyfriend really wanted to see this place. We watched a short film about how these lights are…read moremade. I learned a few new things from this overall experience. We had a short tour too from Susan which was nice. These folks are passionate about what they do which helped a lot. Cool signs and history and we're likely to be back with friends. Good to support places like this one. Nice big historic building and ballroom. Very cool to visit!

Spacious gallery with a diverse collection of art from local artists using a variety of materials…read more The space is very open with lots of room to walk around and view the various pieces. Evidently this building used to house a bank and the huge safe is still there against the back right wall. The day I was there, they had several pieces of wood furniture with a live edge, which I love. There was the most amazing high top table - if only I had that kind of money! Also some console tables and a coffee table. All spectacular. Bright glassware, dishes, vases and sculptures also caught my eye as did the pretty pieces of pottery, all displayed in lucite cases and in tables allowing it to be seen. Lots of paintings on the wall and on the partitions. And some enlarged photographs, too, by Brian Chambers. His pictures of the wildflowers with the Gorge in the background are breathtaking! And very affordable for the artistry. Definitely fun to browse and see if something catches your eye that you just have to have! The gentleman working that day was friendly, helpful and in no way pressuring. He let me browse at my leisure and provided answers to my questions. I will check back from time to time as I am seeking a piece of art and have something in mind. I'll know it when I see it!

Legit! A great improvement to the art scene in HR. As soon as I walked in a few things hit my…read moreeye. Friendly staff, good local goods.

This gallery showcases local artists who create on a variety of mediums. Ceramics, linens, metal…read morework, paintings, jewelry, pottery, glass, bronze sculptures, watercolors and more. Many of the pieces reflect the nature and beauty of the Columbia Gorge and Hood River. So much to take in! The shop is also run by artists so they are super knowledgeable and helpful. Enjoyed seeing the cotton tea towels with handmade prints of Hood River flowers, fruit and even beers! Made by Crisp & Tart, I highly recommend these for your own use or for gifts. I have several and I've gifted even more! Recipients are always delighted. Stop in often as the art changes. In the hallway they showcase larger paintings and rotate those artists. Located right on Oak, as the name implies, make it part of your routine! Support local. Support local artisans.

This is by far the best gallery in Hood River. I am a writer and a poet and I found exactly what I…read morewas looking for. A leather bound journal! Beautifully made, excellent craftsmanship with an eye for detail. I actually bought two, one for myself and one for my nephew for graduation. They also offer very beautiful paintings, blacksmith and metal work, pottery and much more. All made by local artists.

Nice little Festival in a tiny River town called Bingen, Washington. If you ever wanted everything…read moreHuckleberry this is a good place to go! Held every year in September. Picked up bunch of Huckleberry stuff here when we went, Pie, shakes, fudge..... Also got a couple other things as well. I would highly recommend this little Festival but that being said, not much else to do in this town!

Small. Not as advertised. Only one booth sold all products…read morehuckleberry plus one food truck. We walked the festival in ten minutes.

This was such a fun stop! We tried to go here a while back but it was out of season and the…read moreObservatory was closed but we reattempted earlier this summer and it was a success. Many astronomical obsevatories are research based and don't alow tourists or casual visitors to them. But this observatory is open to the public. It is free and a Washington State Park. The only fee involved is the paid parking or State Park Fee. There are two presentations here. There is a day presentation where you look at the sun with the telescope (with filters so it's safe) and a night presentation where you look at the stars. The night presentation runs pretty late like past midnight so that is something to know but I am sure the stargazing is amazing. To do either presentation you will need to make reservations on the Goldendale Observatory website to secure a visit. When we did the day presentation we looked through the telescope. It may look anticlimactic looking at a white circle but the staff will tell you that is how it will be. If you see black spots on the white circle you are looking are sunspots. After we looked through the telescope we heard a lecture by the park staff going into great detail about the sun which was fascinating! They have souvenirs here so you can get things like refrigerator magnets and such. Definitely a worthy stop!

Five stars ++! The Goldendale Observatory is an experience…read morethat's not to be missed! While this is a place for everyone; older children, particularly teens will truly benefit from visiting. The Rangers are passionate about the Observatory and it shows! Troy is a font of information, he delivers his wisdom with enthusiasm and a bit humor. He and Laura work in tandem to ensure a positive and fulfilling experience. NOTE: You will be walking and climbing ladders to use the telescopes = wear sensible shoes. Bring a water bottle, a snack and a warm jacket, as it can get cold. Enjoy, enjoy!

Love, Hope, and Care for Developmentally Challenged Adults…read more A family member of ours has been living at NEW HOPE FARMS for about ten years. He has Cerebral Palsy which has left him with some serious physical limitations, and caused him to be developmentally challenged as well. He can do many things independently, but needs assistance in many other ways. At New Hope Farms he has learned some new skills, especially social skills. They have provided him with a safe and comfortable living environment which has encouraged him to grow, learn and think independently. The location, a few miles outside of Goldendale, Washington, is a beautiful wooded acreage with a sweeping territorial view. The lovely manufactured houses give the residents a true sense of HOME. Each Home has private rooms for three residents and one for a live-in caregiver. The living, dining and kitchen areas continue the family home atmosphere. The activity center provides a warm and inviting place for group interactions and meals. There is a medical staff that prepares and distributes his daily medications, and they oversee his regular on-going medical needs and see that he gets additional physician visits when called for. Overall, I give them four of five stars. In my opinion, and from my observation, they run a five star operation with a three star budget.

I didn't know what this fairgrounds is all about. It's in the middle of farming community, and it…read morehas a lot of things to offer, when they have a fair. The 'garages' are on concrete, and a big corner ceiling heater blows hot air to the building. When the big garage door open, it brings a lot of cold 'freezing' air to some of the customers/vendors inside. Many of the vendors have Washington license plates, and the Interstate Bridge is 16 minutes or so from the fair. Some of the vendors drive as far as Happy Valley, or Hillsboro to Hood River. There's plenty of parking in the fields. The customers can walk from one building to the next, to shop with their families, and back again when they decided what they want. People can bring their dogs on a baby buggy or on a leash. This is a place for families to gather & shop and eat or listen to music (inside a garage).

Great little County Fair nestled between the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood…read more To the East - there is the Park Stage area with Godfrey the Magician, A Walk on the Wild Side's animals on display, dancers, singers, and pony rides. There is a Community Hall with crafts and food items on display. To the North - in the gym area there are drawings and photographs on display. There is also the football field/main stage area where a huge concert is held on Saturday of the fair. To the West - there are food booths, vendor booths, games, and carnival rides. Beyond that are the animals brought for display and sale by local residents. To the South - parking in the fields. Between the Park Stage area and the carnival rides are the floral exhibit building and the 4H craft exhibit building. Love this Fair and the fairgrounds it is held on. The people running it are friendly and helpful. It's great to see so many families spending quality time together at the fair. Many of the food vendors are local families with food establishments in the area.