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Oregon’s Military Heritage

February 11th, 2018

On Thursday, February 22, the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum will host Oregon authors Alisha Hamel and Warren Aney as they present their book on Oregon’s impressive military heritage. A blimp patrols the Oregon Coast. This is Seaside, Oregon. Oregon’s military heritage goes back thousands of years with native warrior traditions. These native cultures […]

Reflections of the Past: From Great Britain to Cannon Beach

January 28th, 2018

Reflections of the Past: From Great Britain to Cannon Beach One of my favorite comments from museum visitors is, “Who knew your little town had so much history!”  The truth is Cannon Beach’s past might not be as lengthy as that of European towns or as rich as New York, but Cannon Beach can hold […]

Dmitri Matheny Jazz Noir Concert

January 21st, 2018

On Friday, February 16 at 7:00 p.m., the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum welcomes jazz horn player Dmitri Matheny and friend. The museum is one of three stops of his Oregon tour. Acclaimed for his warm tone, soaring lyricism and masterful technique, American flugelhornist Dmitri Matheny has been lauded as “one of the most […]

Behind the Lens: A photo Exhibit

June 16th, 2017

This summer the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum’s seasonal art exhibit will feature the work of over ten Pacific Northwest artists.  Behind the Lens will open on Friday, June 23 at 6:00 p.m. with refreshments and an opportunity to meet the artists. Behind the Lens is an exhibit featuring three to five pieces from both amateur […]

Raffle Tickets Now On Sale!

June 2nd, 2017

We have some amazing items we are raffling off for this years fall raffle. A few of our big items are an original Icefire Glassworks signed by the artist Jim Kingwell, and an original framed print by local artist Jeffrey Hull. You could even have a chance to win a one night stay at the […]

John Stowell Jazz Concert

June 2nd, 2017

For over a decade the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum has welcomed renowned musicians from all over the United States. The series kicks-off each January and continues through May, and sometimes even June: from Jazz to toe-tapping Celtic music and everything in between. The series ends on June 9 with world-renowned jazz guitarist John […]

Rock Duo at the History Center!

May 18th, 2017

Beth Willis & Todd Chatalas Rock the Cannon Beach History Center! Soul-blues diva Beth Willis and guitarist Todd Chatalas will knock your socks off for this final night of joy and rivalry at the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum on Friday, May 26 at 7:00 p.m. Rock Duo Beth Willis and Todd Chatalas perform […]

Oswald West Lecture

May 3rd, 2017

Don’t miss this rousing, funny, and spirited presentation on Governor Oswald West by Kick Ass Oregon History’s own Originally from Spokane, Doug came with his family in 1982 and settled in North Portland. He graduated from Lincoln High School. After walking the Earth like Caine for a decade and a half, he earned his BA […]

Adlai Alexander Live!

April 12th, 2017

Cannon Beach, Ore. Don’t miss acclaimed singer songwriter, Adlai Alexander, perform at the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum on Friday, April 28 at 7:00 p.m. Noted for the sweetness and wide range of his voice, Adlai Alexander sings and accompanies himself with intricate guitar in a way that’s rare in both the acoustic and […]

FREE DISCUSSION ABOUT WHAT MAKES US OREGONIANS

March 31st, 2017

The April 13 event is part of Oregon Humanities’ statewide Conversation Project. In 2015, Oregon’s population exceeded 4 million people. Not only are we growing in number, we’re also changing demographically. Considering that Oregon has a history of racial exclusion, these changes prompt questions about Oregonian identity and values. How do we build communities that […]

“Trees” a Textile Exhibit by Constance Waisanen

March 23rd, 2017

Attention textile artists, quilters, crafters and art enthusiasts! The Cannon Beach History Center & Museum will be opening a textile exhibit this April. Throughout the year the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum hosts artists from all over the Pacific Northwest. April’s show will feature local artist Constance Waisanen. She is a creative and innovative […]

Carolyn Cruso to perform at the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum on March 31

March 12th, 2017

Carolyn Cruso, an acclaimed multi-instrumentalist and composer, returns to Cannon Beach for the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum’s annual acoustic concert series on March 31 at 7:00 p.m. Cruso is a versatile performer who is equally comfortable on the hammered dulcimer, flute, and guitar. She performs a diverse array of original tunes and songs […]

Three Pound Note in Concert on February 24

February 20th, 2017

Looking for a raucous good time, then look no further than the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum’s concert series from blues to jazz, to rock and everything in between. On Friday, February 24 at 7:00 p.m., the Museum welcomes Portland’s own Three Pound Note. Three Pound Note performs traditional Welsh, Cornish, and English Folk […]

Of Two Minds: A Collaborative Exploration Between Tim Liddiard and Kristin Shauck Exhibit Closes February 27

February 13th, 2017

In less than two short weeks, Kristin Shauck and Tim Liddiard’s exhibit, Of Two Minds closes. For those who haven’t had the opportunity to see the beautifully abstract and figurative pieces, now is your last chance. This exhibit is an exploration of both artists varied pasts and experiences. Each piece is an inspiration of color. Liddiard says, […]

Stone Soup: How Recipes Can Preserve History and Nourish A Community

February 5th, 2017

How do recipes work? Why do we collect them? Who do we write them for? How can recipes help us connect and create communities across time, distance, and culture? This is the focus of a free conversation with Jennifer Roberts on Thursday, February 9 at 7:00 p.m.The museum is excited to once again partner with Oregon […]

The Ecola Inn

January 21st, 2017

The Ecola Inn (also known as the Ecola Hotel and the Ecola Inn Hotel) was built in 1913 and utilized about half of the site of the present day Surfsand Resort. It was built by August and his son, Roy Becker, who were both major landholders in Cannon Beach (they also built the property where […]

John Stowell returns to the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum

January 15th, 2017

For over a decade the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum has welcomed renowned musicians from all over the United States. The series kicks-off each January and continues through May, and sometimes even June: from Jazz to toe-tapping Celtic music and everything in between. The series begins once more on January 20 with world-renowned jazz […]

Holiday Celebration

December 10th, 2016

Family, friends, kids, Oregonians! It’s time to have a little fun and maybe laugh a little. On Saturday, December 17, the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum welcomes you to their annual holiday and appreciation event. Between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. the museum will offer a series of fun festivities, tasty treats, and even […]

Of Two Minds: A Collaborative Exploration Between Tim Liddiard and Kristin Shauck Opens Saturday, December 3rd

November 28th, 2016

Join artists Kristin Shauck and Tim Liddiard at the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum as they open their latest exhibit “Of Two Minds: A Collaborative Exploration Between Tim Liddiard and Kristin Shauck.” The exhibit will open this Saturday, December 3 at 6:00 p.m. Tim Liddiard was born in Chihuahua, Mexico and moved to the […]

Reflections on the Past: History of the Stormy Seas

November 19th, 2016

In early January 1881, the Bristish ship Lupatia wrecked on Tillamook Rock, a wreck that killed 16 sailors and had only one survivor – a shepherd dog that accompanied the crew.  The Lupatia was known as a “bark” ship, or a ship with three masts, and wrecked a mere three weeks before Tillamook Rock Lighthouse […]

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