The Willamette Heritage Center is the best place to learn about the history of Salem, Oregon and surrounding areas. Located on the grounds of this open-air museum is the restored and furnished 1841 Jason Lee House and Methodist Parsonage, 1847 John Boon House, 1858 Pleasant Grove Church, and the distinctive red buildings of the 1895 Thomas Kay Woolen Mill. Although these historic buildings are usually not open after business hours, for a few nights each December, evening tours are available during
“Magic at the Mill.” This annual holiday event is marked by thousands of twinkling lights, performances by local musicians, dancers, and singers, children’s activities, miniature trains, and, of course, photos with Santa and his elves. The 2105 event runs December 19 – 23 from 5:30 – 8:00 pm and is a festive way to celebrate the season in style.

Tour the distinctive red buildings of the 1895 Thomas Kay Woolen Mill.

Restored and furnished 1841 Jason Lee House is open for tours.
IF YOU GO:
Willamette Heritage Center
1313 Mill St SE
Salem, Oregon 97301
Admission: $6.00 Adults; $4.00 Youth (4-12 years old); Children 3 and under are free.
Free parking in a huge lot suitable for even big rigs. Parking on surrounding neighborhood side streets is also available.
In addition to writing about her travels, Denise Seith is also a treasure hunter and loves a good latté. She and her husband own an online gold prospecting and metal detecting equipment store found at GoldRushTradingPost.com
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