Big News! Silent auction is also ONLINE!

New! Join the auction fun online!

In an effort to include our supporters who are not yet comfortable attending in-person events, we are going to attempt a hybrid online AND in-person silent auction. Head over to our auction site to preview the auction catalog. 

The online auction will run from 5:00 PM on MONDAY (today!) until 11:45 PM on THURSDAY NIGHT. The auction then transitions to the live event at Magical History Tour on Friday, October 1, for continued bidding in-person. Some additional items will be added to the auction onboard the boat.

How it works:

1. Bid online, just like you did for last year’s online auction.

2. If you are not attending the event, but see something you REALLY want, use the “Buy It Now” button to guarantee you win.

3. Bid sheets for the live event will be generated including your online bids. Bidding re-opens at the live event, and you may be out-bid.

4. Attend the live event to continue bidding in-person!

5. Win super-cool items and experiences from our generous donors while supporting the Friends of the Cascade Locks Historical Museum!

If no one out-bids you at the live event, you will be notified of your victory on Saturday, October 2. Items will be available for pickup at the museum from October 2-4, from 11am-4pm. No appointments will be necessary for pickup this year. USPS Flat Rate shipping is also available for most items.

Start Bidding

Get in on the fun!

There are still event tickets available! Come cruise with us aboard sternwheeler Columbia Gorge on Friday, October 1, for our 7th annual Magical History Tour. This event includes a light dinner, live music from the Too Loose Band with Steve Shroy, and, of course, the silent auction. Tickets are $75 for the general public, and $60 for museum members.

Join us Friday, October 1, 2021 from 6pm to 10 pm. Boarding begins at 5:30 PM.

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COVID-19 Information: We will follow all current safety requirements for restaurants/dining at this event. Masks are required indoors while not seated at your table and on outdoor decks if it is not possible to maintain social distance. Hand sanitizer will be available throughout the ship. Tickets are fully refundable if you develop any symptoms of COVID-19 and need to not attend the event.

Want to support the Friends of the Cascade Locks Historical Museum even more? Make a tax-deductible donation today.

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We are grateful for the support of our presenting sponsor, Portland Spirit Cruises and Events.

Membership Drive July 24-July 31

It’s back! Our annual membership drive is July 24-31. Join or renew your family membership or above and receive tickets for two to ride sternwheeler Columbia Gorge.

Join in person at our annual membership meeting on Wednesday, July 28, at the museum during regular business hours, or online now. Family memberships are $35 and include unlimited admission to the museum for two (2) adults and four (4) children/grandchildren for one year.

Annual Membership Meeting 7/28/2021

Our annual membership meeting is back and in-person this year! Join us Wednesday, July 28, at 6:00 PM in the Marine Park Pavilion. Join us for museum updates, a history presentation, a peek at our newest exhibit, and snacks!

Join or renew your Family membership (or above!) at the event or online between July 24 and 31 and get tickets for a scenic cruise for two on Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge, courtesy of our friends at Portland Spirit Cruises and Events.