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Eugene Attractions

Eugene, which is separated from its neighbour town of Springfield by the Willamette River, is the seat of the University of Oregon, which has a Museum of Art with an excellent collection of Asian art.
Eugene Opera
The Eugene Opera has been in operation since 1982 in the Hult Center for the Performing Arts.
Hult Center for the Performing Arts
The Hult Center for the Performing Arts in Eugene is home to the Cuthbert Amphitheater, the Silva Concert Hall, and the Soreng Theater. It is known for its architecture and acoustic design.
Address
Hult Center for the Performing Arts
One Eugene Center
Eugene, OR 97401
United States
Phone 1 (541) 682-5000
Fax 1 (541) 682-2700
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon in Eugene features more than 12,500 pieces of American, European, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese art.
Address
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
1430 Johnson Lane
Eugene, OR 97403-1233
United States
Phone 1 (541) 346-3027
Fax 1 (541) 346-0976
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed11:0011:0011:0011:0011:00
Close 20:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Cost
Adult$ 5.00
Senior over 62$ 3.00
Child 18 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Free admission on first Friday of each month.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Lane County Historical Museum
The Lane County Historical Museum in Eugene features items related to the history of Lane County and the early pioneers.
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed10:0010:0010:0010:0010:00Closed
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Cost
Adult$ 3.00
Senior$ 2.00
Child 17 & under$ .75
All values are in United States Dollars
Parking
Free
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Museum of Natural History
The Museum of Natural History in Eugene is run by the University of Oregon. It focuses on the natural history and cultural history of the area over 15,000 years. The collection includes native cultural and archaeological artifacts.
Address
Museum of Natural History
1680 East 15th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97403-1909
United States
Phone 1 (541) 346-3024
Fax 1 (541) 346-5334
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed11:0011:0011:0011:0011:00
Close 17:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Cost
Family$ 8.00
Adult$ 3.00
Child 18 & under$ 2.00
Senior over 62$ 2.00
Child 2 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Parking
Free
Oregon Air and Space Museum
The Oregon Air and Space Museum in Eugene is located on the south end of the Eugene airport. It features displays relating to aviation and aviation history. Planes on display include a Fokker Triplane, an F-4 Phantom and a MiG-17.
Hours
April 1 to October 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed12:0012:0012:0012:0012:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
November 1 to March 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed12:0012:0012:0012:00Closed
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:00
Cost
Adult$ 7.00
Senior over 62$ 5.00
Child 17 & under$ 3.00
Child 5 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House
The Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House in Eugene was built in 1888. The Victorian mansion is owned by the city.
Address
Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House
303 Willamette Street
Eugene, OR 97401-2600
United States
Phone 1 (541) 484-0808
Fax 1 (541) 984-1413
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed10:0010:0010:0010:0013:0013:00
Close 13:0013:0013:0013:0016:0016:00
Cost
Adult$ 6.00
Child 12 & under$ 3.00
All values are in United States Dollars
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
The Science Factory
The Willamette Science & Technology Center in Eugene provides educational interactive displays for children and students.
Address
The Science Factory (formerly Willamette Science & Tech Center)
2300 Leo Harris Parkway
Eugene, OR 97401-8834
United States
Phone 1 (541) 682-7888
Fax 1 (541) 484-9027
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed10:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Cost
Adult$ 4.00
Senior$ 3.00
Child 2 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Tuesday are open for field trips only.

Eugene Surroundings

Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
(In Florence, Oregon)
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area is located north of Florence and south of Yachats along the Oregon coast. The area contains several interesting features including Devil's Churn, Spouting Horn, Cook's Chasm, and Cape Perpetua Overlook. The overlook is the highest point along the Oregon coast.

The Cape Perpetua Interpretive Center features education displays, hands-on exhibits, and family activities.
Address
Cape Perpetua Interpretive Center
Box 274
Yachats, OR 97498
United States
Phone 1 (541) 547-3289
Fax 1 (541) 547-4616
Tips
Cost is $3.00 per vehicle.
Cottage Grove, Oregon
The town of Cottage Grove (pop. 8,450) is located just south of Eugene, Oregon. Attractions in the area include covered bridges, a museum, lakes, golf courses and other recreational opportunities.
Address
Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce
700 East Gibbs, Suite C
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
United States
Phone 1 (541) 942-2411
Fax 1 (541) 431-7044
Cottage Grove - Museum
(In Cottage Grove, Oregon)
The museum in Cottage Grove is housed in an 1897 octagonal-shaped, former Catholic church. The collection includes American Indian artifacts, pioneer items, agricultural and mining items, and an art collection.
Hours
June 1 to September 7
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed13:0013:0013:0013:0013:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
September 8 to May 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosedClosedClosedClosed13:0013:00
Close 16:0016:00
Tips
Donations accepted.
Typical Visit
1 hour
Creswell - Historical Museum, Oregon
(In Springfield, Oregon)
The Creswell Historical Museum is housed in an 1889 Methodist Episcopal church.
Address
Creswell Historical Museum
55 North 5th Street
Creswell, OR 97426-9636
United States
Phone 1 (541) 895-5161
Fax 1 (541) 895-5161
Oakridge-Westfir Pioneer Museum, Oregon
The Oakridge-Westfir Pioneer Museum in Oakridge features displays related to the history of the area.
Springfield, Oregon
Springfield (pop. 53,000) is located directly across the Willamette River from Eugene between the Willamette and Mackenzie Rivers. The name comes from a natural spring in a field that is still located in the city.
Address
Springfield Chamber of Commerce
101 South A Street
Springfield, OR 97477
United States
Phone 1 (541) 746-1651
Fax 1 (541) 726-4727
Springfield - Lively Park Swim Center
(In Springfield, Oregon)
The Lively Park Swim Center in Springfield is an indoor water park that features a wave pool, water slides, inner tubes, pools and a spa.
Tips
Hours vary.
Springfield Museum
(In Springfield, Oregon)
The Springfield Museum is housed in a 1911 Oregon Power Company transformer station. It features displays on local history.
Hours
January 5 to December 23
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed10:0010:0010:0010:0012:00Closed
Close 17:0017:0017:0017:0016:00
Always closed on:
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Guides
Guided tour available as optional extra.
Facilities
Gift shop
Sweet Home, Oregon
(In Springfield, Oregon)
Sweet Home (pop. 8,000) is located on the western edge of the Cascade Mountains. The town offers easy access to the Willamette National Forest.
Address
Sweet Home Chamber of Commerce
1575 Main Street
Sweet Home, OR 97386
United States
Phone 1 (541) 367-6186
Fax 1 (541) 367-6150
Sweet Home - East Linn Museum
(In Springfield, Oregon)
The East Linn Museum is located near the west entrance to Sweet Home. It features exhibits on the history of the town and surrounding area.
Hours
February 1 to May 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosedClosed11:0011:0011:0013:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:00
June 1 to September 30
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed11:0011:0011:0011:0011:0013:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
October 1 to November 30
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosedClosed11:0011:0011:0013:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:00
Yachats, Oregon
(In Florence, Oregon)
The small town of Yachats (pop. 600) is located on the Oregon coast and is a popular fishing spot.
Address
Yachats Chamber of Commerce
241 Highway 101
Yachats, OR 97498
United States
Phone 1 (541) 547-3530
Fax 1 (541) 547-4930
Yachats - Little Log Church and Museum
(In Florence, Oregon)
The Little Log Church, in Yachats was built in the shape of a cross and completed in 1930. It no longer serves a congregation but now houses a museum of local historical artifacts and an art gallery with changing exhibits.
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open12:0012:0012:00Closed12:0012:0012:00
Close15:0015:0015:00 15:0015:0015:00
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