Cannon Beach History Center & Museum

The Cannon Beach History Center & Museum is a cozy museum located in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most beautiful destinations, Cannon Beach. This small Oregon town was featured in National Geographic’s World’s Most Beautiful Places issue and was selected as one of the 100 essential spots for travelers to visit. The Museum showcases local artists in our gallery, offers a lecture series in our event space, and offers rotating and permanent exhibits. A combination of interactive exhibits set in a warm and friendly setting, provide a unique Museum experience. Come see our seasonal exhibits, permanent Native American Longhouse replica, and the cannon that Cannon Beach is named for!

Exhibits

On Museum Day join the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum for complimentary locally roasted coffee!

Enjoy your coffee while you peruse the Museum’s permanent exhibit on Cannon Beach’s history and check out the latest temporary exhibit Shipwrecks on the Oregon Coast. This exhibit will explore some of Oregon's most devastating and memorable shipwrecks through images, shared stories, and artifacts.

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