Northwest Carriage Museum

This is really a fun and engaging museum. It's small enough that you could spend just an hour if that's all you have, but it's got enough information and artifacts for a much longer visit. Really beautifully restored carriages, I never really had thought about what it would be like to ride in them, but I honestly feel like my visit today allowed me to have a better sense of life in the 1800s. My kids are really into the Anne of Green Gables books and we had such a good time re-enacting different scenes. They have a sweet recreation of a one-room school house that even my 3 year-old enjoyed. Loved all the old clothes and other things from the era.

There are places that have a coach or a buckboard or a stage coach. But no place like this has EVERYTHING you wanted to see in horse drawn.

Even a hearse restored from 30 years of neglect.

And all as show room lacquer prime as can be.

Military discount given. We were here 3 hours. So worth it.

I had no idea Studebaker made carriages and cars. Lots to learn here.
Update:
I forgot yesterday to mention the personal explanation your each visitor gets at the beginning and questions and answers at midpoint.
Mikala was our interpreter and knew such details that made our visit even better.

What a nice place to visit. A lot of history to go along w so many different carriages. Some short videos available at a couple of them. Fascinating place really! They have a nice gift area.

Before the automobile there was the carriage. In fact, carriages of one sort or another date back to around 1900 BC and have been a part of moving man and his stuff far longer than the automobile.

The Northwest Carriage Museum has a wonderful and well curated collection. You'll see examples of how both the wealthy and common travelled day to day as well as how they might have made their final journeys in Hearse carriages.

There is also an interactive part of the museum for children. They can even choose from period clothing to dress in for photo ops in one of the carriages.

You don't have to be a history buff to appreciate this museum. There is something for everyone and you'll come away with a greater knowledge and appreciation for wheeled travel.

What a great Labor Day surprise. This is a very interesting and well done museum with easy access off the highway. You don't need a lot of time unless you want to thoroughly look at the exhibits. There are placards with details and interesting side stories. It's a fun thing to take an hour or two and enjoy looking at history through the evolution of transportation in our country. Very informed staff.

great museum, so many carriages to look at. very friendly and knowledgable staff.

One of a kind among the largest collection of restored carriages and trailers in the USA.; set ups outside and a very large Barn.

Great narratives provided by period dressed guides.

A Must see Do Not Miss!

Surprised by the extensive collection that's a bit off the beaten path. Well worth the fee and time spent looking at another piece of history. Good stop for families on their way to the beach!

The Northwest Carriage Museum is a "must see" for anyone loving history and visiting the Pacific Northwest. The museum houses one of the best collections of 19th century horse drawn vehicles and artifacts in the country. It is incredible that a world class museum like this is located in such a beautiful small town. It is open year around and is the largest tourist attraction in all of Pacific County Wa. The carriages, wagons, sleighs and buggies are incredible. They have over 60 vehicles. The museum is elegant with lighting and displays. The famous movie carriage are so gorgeous. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. I can't say enough good things about this museum. It truly is one of the finest museums in the country. They have a great interactive ara for kids and adults. Their gift shop is well stocked and has something for everyone. You need to visit this museum. You will not be dissappointed.

Holy shmagoli! Who knew.....I saw it from the HWY and didn't give it much thought, but something told me to turn off the road. I am so glad I did. What a treat and fascinating exhibit. Famous carriages from movies and all the history that goes along with them . I had no idea that there were so many styles and uses. They are works of art and I was in total awe. I couldn't believe that so many came out of a collection. Can you imagine collecting carriages; just that alone is stunning. Thank you to this collector for sharing these works of art. The best part was a private tour and the young lady was absolutely adorable and sweet and I had so much fun talking to her. I wish this museum much success. It is a great memory of my travels. I even bought a bumper sticker for my roof top carrier iit got put in an honorable spot on it. It is a smallish museum, but allow yourself time to enjoy ...wow wow wow.
It SO DESERVES all the stellar reviews written before me. Do not drive past it.