Hometown Tourism Days

Hometown Tourism Days: Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown!
Tourists enjoy the many attractions in Pacific and Clatsop counties, but when was the last time you explored them? If it’s been a while since you’ve played “local tourist,” mark your calendar for Hometown Tourism Days, happening November 9-11! During this special weekend, participating sites are inviting you - our neighbors - to rediscover what they have to offer. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the local gems right in your own backyard!
 
Several local sites are working together to offer free admissions and/or other special deals on this day to encourage their neighbors to come and see what they have to offer.  Here is a list of the special activities available for the eleventh annual Hometown Tourism Days.  
 
PARTICIPATING ATTRACTIONS:
 
SATURDAY, Nov. 9,  ONLY:
Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum - 115 SE Lake Street, Ilwaco, Washington
            Free admission, opening of a new special exhibit “Nhatt Nichols: The Willapa Oyster and Its Environs”
a comic journalism show about the past, present and future of the oysters in Willapa Bay, 10:00a - 4:00p
Seaside Museum & Historical Society - 570 Necanicum Drive, Seaside, Oregon
            Free admission, opening of new exhibit featuring memorabilia from local Veterans to honor their service, 11:00a - 4:00p
Appelo Archives Center - 1056 State Route 4, Naselle, Washington
            Free admission, free 2025 veteran membership, Local Veterans Memorabilia Exhibit, coffee and pulla bread, 10:00a - 2p
 
SUNDAY, Nov. 10, ONLY:
Knappton Cove Heritage Center -  3 mi. E. of Astoria Bridge, Hwy 401, Washington
            Free admission, “O, How Horriable is the Day!” event, refreshments, 1:00p - 4:00p
 
SUNDAY & MONDAY ONLY:
Astoria Column - On top of Coxcomb Hill
            Free parking and 10% off in the gift shop with local ID; 10:00a - 5:00p
 
MONDAY, Nov. 11, ONLY:
Columbia River Maritime Museum - 1792 West Marine Drive, Astoria, Oregon
            Free museum and lightship admission for up to 4 people with local identification, 9:30a - 5:00p
Willapa Seaport Museum - 310 Alder Street, Raymond, Washington
            Free admission, “Striking the Bell” 11 Times at 11am as a memorial to WW1 veterans, 12:00p - 4:00p
Pacific County Historical Society - 1008 Robert Bush Dr., South Bend, Washington
            Free admission, Veteran’s memorabilia on display, 20% off in gift shop with local ID, 11:00a - 4:00p
Fort Columbia State Park - Chinook, Washington
            Free park admission to the grounds including trails, dawn to dusk
Cape Disappointment State Park- Ilwaco, Washington
            Free park admission, dawn to dusk
Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop - 92343 Fort Clatsop Rd, Astoria, OR
            Free admission, ranger programs, 9:00a - 5:00p
Sundial Tours - Free hop on/hop off Double Decker Bus Ride, Narrated by Sundial Tours; 10:00a - 2:00p
Pick-up/Drop-off Locations: Riverwalk Inn - 400 Industry St., Astoria, OR; Pick up times: 10:00a; 11:00a; 12:00p; 1:00p
Astoria/Warrenton Chamber of Commerce - 111 West Marine Dr., Astoria; P/U Times:10:15a; 11:15a; 12:15p; 1:15p
Pier 39/Hampton Inn - 201 39th St., Astoria; P/U Times: 10:30a; 11:30a; 12:30p; 1:30p
Columbia River Maritime Museum - 1792 Marine Dr., Astoria; P/U Times: 10:45a; 11:45a; 12:45p; 1:45p
Riverwalk Inn - 400 Industry St., Astoria; P/U Times: 11:00a; 12:00p; 1:00p; 2:00p
 
SATURDAY, SUNDAY, MONDAY:
Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center - 111 West Marine Drive, Astoria, Oregon
            Stop in to get information on things to see and do in our local area and beyond, or browse their gift shop. Complimentary gift to Hometown Tourism Day participants, 10:00a - 4:00p
Seaside Aquarium - 200 N. Prom, Seaside, Oregon
            Free admission with donation of 2 cans of food per person, 9:00a - 5:00p
Cannon Beach History Center & Museum - 1387 S. Spruce St, Cannon Beach, Oregon
            Free admission, 10% off in the gift shop, delicious beverages, 11:00a - 4:00p
World Kite Museum - 303 W. Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Washington
            Free admission, 10% off discount in gift shop with local identification, 11:00a - 4:00p
Cranberry Museum & Gift Shop - 2907 Pioneer Road, Long Beach, Washington
            Free admission, 10:00a - 5:00p
Northwest Carriage Museum - 314 Alder St, Raymond, WA 98577
            $1 off regular adult admission, 10% off in the gift shop, 10:00a - 4:00p
Willapa National Wildlife Refuge - milepost 24, Hwy 101, Washington and Leadbetter point
            self-guided hiking trails (Art Trail, South Bay Trails, Leadbetter Point Trails): Free admission, no dogs on trails, open sunrise to sunset.
 
 
For more information, contact the individual attractions.