If you are driving through Newberg OR and like history...take 30-45 minutes to go through this…read moremuseum. Entry is $7.50 and there's lot of cool stuff to see and learn.

The Hoover-Minthorn House Museum was made out of the house that Herbert Hoover lived in for 3 years…read morein his youth - from 1885 to 1888. Hoover lived with the Minthorns after his parents passed away. Access to the museum was $3 / adult - cash only. There was plenty of street parking around the building. Hours are pretty limited, so make sure to check the website before you visit. I was really impressed with this museum. The curator gave us a tour, and she was very excited to share the history of the house. The details she provided really brought the visit to life, and made it a great experience rather than just a good one. She shared details such as how they've had people come in to inspect the appropriateness of the furniture and such for the time period, and they are pretty rigorous about only keeping things on display that would have been used at the time. They even had some original furniture that they highlighted in the tour. The house was in really good condition, and the displays were great. I learned a lot of things about our 31st president that I hadn't known previously; not only did they talk through his history as a child while he lived in the house, but they provided information on his entire life and put it all in a historical context. Overall, this museum is worth a visit, especially considering how inexpensive the entry fee is.

Fun place for the Family, prices are good however, 10 minutes after we made a purchase at the store…read morewe had a fraudulent charge on the debit card that we used so , watch your statements !!

We had an EPIC day at Frog Pond Farm! There are so many animals to visit and so many activities. We…read morewish that we had more time to spend there because we could have spent a couple more hours at least! The teens loved it, and our 8 year old was in heaven! We cannot wait to come back!!!!

A Dream Wedding Venue with Amazing Owners!…read more We had our daughter's wedding at Redland Family Farm, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful or accommodating venue. From the start, Adelle and Tim were so patient and helpful, even with the many questions and requests we threw their way. They always responded with kindness and made the entire process so much easier for us. They went above and beyond on the wedding day--Adelle even helped turn simple cheesecloth into gorgeous curtains, creating a warm and romantic entryway for the bride and groom. The venue itself is stunning, with two separate suites for the bride and groom to get ready, a large parking lot for guests, onsite staff to assist throughout the day, and the most breathtaking oak tree and sunset views you could imagine. Adelle and Tim are such a wonderful couple to work with, and their property is truly a gem. If you're looking for a venue that combines natural beauty with caring, hands-on owners, Redland Family Farm is the perfect choice!

We cannot recommend Redland Family Farm enough! Adele and Tim were truly incredible to work with…read more From the moment we arrived, we felt so taken care of - the venue is not only stunning, but filled with heart and intention. You can tell it's a family-run space, and that makes all the difference. We got married on a chilly summer solstice day with unexpected rain, and Tim was constantly stoking the fires to keep everyone warm and cozy. Even with the weather, there were so many beautiful, usable spaces for our guests to enjoy. The property is breathtaking in every direction, rain or shine! Adele and Tim were the kindest, most accommodating hosts. The whole day felt warm, welcoming, and so well supported. If you're looking for a venue that's as thoughtful as it is gorgeous, this is it. We are so grateful we chose Redland Family Farm - it was the best decision we made, and we would recommend it to anyone in a heartbeat!

I should have reviewed this last year! We really enjoyed visiting Hemphill tree farms. We got a…read moregreat tree, enjoyed the tractor ride, had fun rambling over the large property, and found some cute decor in the shop. They can shake the tree for you, which I find really really useful for my husband who hates spiders.

It was our second year coming to Hemphill. We came on a Saturday. It was busy but service was…read moregreat. They had the fire going, big almost train rides. A snack shack it was "Real Nice Clark"

Finally visited this hidden gem on 7/10/26 after living 15 minutes driving away in the past 5…read moreyears. It's very local, quiet, no crowds, and lesser known in Portland metro area. We came in less than an hour from closing and didn't have enough time to meander through. Definitely planning to come back and take my time with it. I love the fact it has a creek in it though the water is barely moving which means mosquitoes. It'd be a soothing sound strolling or sitting along the banks when the volume of water is higher. There are many colors of the poppy flower that I haven't seen before. Many benches and sitting areas throughout both covered and uncovered. Two parking lots belong to the garden. They offer various discounts for admission and Garden for All as well so no one is turning away which is great! You can become a member and enjoy free year-round admission, 10% off at the Gift Shop, and reciprocal admission to local and national gardens, starting at $50 annual. A few areas along walking paths/trails were overgrown so it was mysterious for us to find out names of flowers, plants, and trees.

Leach Botanical Garden is one of Portland's true hidden gems, tucked away in outer SE Portland…read morealong Johnson Creek. It feels like stepping into a quiet, wooded glade that happens to be full of incredible plant collections (and a few curious surprises). It has a peaceful, almost secret-garden quality that makes it feel worlds away from the rest of the city, even though it's just a short drive out. The paths are easy to navigate, it's a great spot for kids with the dedicated children's garden near the Claybourne entrance, and it's simply a lovely place to slow down for an hour or two. The Upper Garden's Aerial Tree Walk is a highlight, giving you a totally different vantage point up among the trees, and is fully accessible. From there, the trails wind down into the lower garden along the creek, past the historic Leach manor house and the stone cabin the Leaches built themselves. The terrazzo floor inside is a beautiful detail worth seeking out. The pollinator garden and the native plant collections are clearly tended with real care, and there's always something in bloom no matter the season. Given the funding challenges the garden has faced recently, I'd also encourage anyone visiting to consider a membership or donation -- it's a genuinely special place and well worth supporting. Highly recommend a visit.

We visited a beautifully curated exhibition celebrating Oregon author, poet, and artist Ursula K…read more Le Guin, and it was an absolute delight. The exhibit thoughtfully showcased pieces from her early years, detailed maps of her sci-fi worlds, her actual typewriter, video footage from a Q&A session, and artwork inspired by her writing. One of the most memorable features was a giant "tree" display filled with her books where visitors could actually sit down and read -- such a creative and inviting touch. Admission was free, with donations accepted, which makes this an easy and worthwhile stop for anyone even remotely interested in literature, art, or science fiction. The space itself is stunning and clearly designed with art exhibitions in mind. The location is also convenient -- just down the road is Denver Ave with several restaurants if you want to grab a bite before or after your visit. Parking is limited, but there is some street parking available nearby. They also have a small gift shop, gender-neutral restrooms, and very friendly staff who made the experience even more welcoming. Overall, a thoughtfully designed and inspiring exhibit in a lovely space. Highly recommended.

To wrap up the final week of my critical art theories class at Portland State, I visited the…read moreBiennial to connect the ideas explored this past Spring. As I enter, the first thing I see are three questions in red: What was the price our ancestors paid to call this nation home? What did they sacrifice for the American dream? What was promised to them for their blood, sweat, and tears? As I abstracted my time with DeepTime Collective's wall of many clocks, I walked along various artworks that caught my eye. Gabby Severson, Jaleesa Johnston, and Ebony Frison were a few of my favorite artists from this show. The artworks are powerful and imposing. They catch you and keep you in. The artists speak from places of nostalgia, memory and lived experience. However, I couldn't help to think that the works respond to questions that have already been in conversation for a while. 250 years, who doesn't know what the price is? And so, as Bayo Akomolafe has asked about the Black Lives Matter movement, to whom would this matter to? This certainly is nothing new for marginalized folks who live with those questions everyday, whose ancestral histories on this stolen land is defined by sacrifice, blood, sweat and tears. From struggle to preservation to perseverance, the artworks are analyzed by folks who beg for answers to questions they created.

Nice and cute pumpkin patch that isn't crowded at all. I went at 9am on a weekday and I was…read moreliterally the only one there the entire time with my dog. Love the red truck there too because it makes for great photo ops. It's great if you wanna social distance because it's not as packed as the farms on Sauvie Island. I also like that there's parking off to the side and everything was pretty much in one sectioned off area. Glad that I got to bring my dog to this farm too because majority of the farms don't allow dogs. And the few that do are crowded with people bringing their furry friends there.

VALUE!!! Oh my word!!! The pumpkins are a GREAT Value. The "small" ones were like a medium sized…read moreone at the store or other pumpkin patches. It took my kids AGES to pick their pumpkins out. Ages. But we got gorgeous pumpkins and I grabbed a few of the fancy blue ones for decor. For three "medium" pumpkins and a couple small ones we spent $41!! What value. Where they get you is the corn maze. Skip it!!! If we could have gotten a refund we would have. Trust me when I say BEYOND disappointed. It was muddy. SO muddy. And that could have been remedied with hay on the ground. That would have saved everyone's shoes and cars. And it was $5 per person for a literal circle. It wasn't a maze. It was a circle. That took 5-7 minutes to slowly walk. That was insane. That's where we PAID for the pumpkins. Everything here is pay via Venmo or cash box on the honor system. That's why we paid out the wazoo for the maze. Ugh. How crummy!! (So you HAVE to use Venmo or cash ONLY!) A little bonus was being able to see baby sheepies and the kids loved feeding them corn stalk leaves and watching them. Sheepies!!! Anyway, next year is YES to Pumpkins and sheepies and NO to the maze.

Been a bit busy but I'm finally coming around to reviewing my experience at Triskelee Farm…read more We were visiting Portland for the first time and wanted to visit a farm. After a quick Yelp search, we found Trisklee Farm and I'm so glad that we did. I messaged the Yelp business page and Nikki (who is super responsive, BTW) set me up with a reservation promptly. When we arrived for our scheduled tour, Nikki and a couple others (her family members?) were chit chatting in the front and directed us to where we could park. Once we parked, we were welcomed into one of their beautiful barns to check in. The barn was incredible and would be an ideal venue for a wedding reception or big party. Visitors can purchase wine or beer before the tour and to no surprise - we did. Nikki started off the tour by telling us "the story" about how her and her family came together to running a farm. We were able to visit with baby goats, alpacas, ostriches, horses, chickens, pigs, and so many more friends! Nikki was a fantastic tour guide and provided so much insight and knowledge about how to properly care for all the animals on her farm. This is a perfect stop for anyone or any occasion-- groups, families with young children, a date, birthdays, anniversaries -- something special to see or do for everyone at any age. At the end of the tour, we even purchased some of their homemade Lavender Goat Milk Cream and Soap. We absolutely loved our experience from beginning to end and would highly recommend Triskelee Farm to all.

We attended an event here…read more The barn is the highlight. It was huge & offered lots of space to roam and allow kiddos to have fun birthday party wise. Their tour was running late- by late I mean 40 minutes... so we had to shuffle things around party wise. The tour consists I of seeing the animals. Didn't realize that the Ostrich were there for lol meat purposes. During the tour kiddos got to feed them. They have a few different areas to roam, with some tables. It's a decent sized place. I think it could use some TLC though.