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Maryhill Museum of Art

35 Maryhill Museum Drive, Goldendale, WA 98620
509-773-3733
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Ranked #1 of 4 attractions in Goldendale
Type: Natural History Museums, Art Museums, Museums
Owner description: Experience the Enchantment. Set in a castle-like chateau with breathtaking views of the Columbia River Gorge, Maryhill is one of the NW's most... more » Owner description: Experience the Enchantment. Set in a castle-like chateau with breathtaking views of the Columbia River Gorge, Maryhill is one of the NW's most fascinating cultural destinations. Explore world-class European & American art, an extensive Native American collection, sculptures and watercolors by Auguste Rodin, and much more. Cafe, sculpture garden, & picnic grounds on-site.In Spring 2012 the museum will open its 25,000 square foot Mary & Bruce Stevenson Wing, featuring a dedicated arts education suite, new cafe with terrace seating and views of the Gorge, along with a stunning outdoor plaza with a sculpture garden, interpretative signage and more breathtaking views. « less
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Moses Lake, Washington
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013

This museum is a must-see even if you're just in the general area. The artwork is astonishing. From floor-to-ceiling giant paintings, to incredibly intricate carvings, to a vast array of handmade original Indian works. It is bound to be fascinating to the average person, and far more fascinating still to the aspiring artist. There is a lot to learn here.... More

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Manchester, Washington, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

We were in the area going to the Stonehenge replica and decided last minute to stop in, what a treat! A little bit of everything... who would have thought that such beauty exists out in the middle of Eastern WA? Some classic art, some burlesque reference, some Parisian fashion that spans many decades, some religious artifacts/icons, tons of native artifacts,... More

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Portland, Oregon
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15 reviews 15 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

we had not been to this museum for over 30 years, so when we were staying in the area, we decided to tour maryhill . the main floor was interesting, but once we went to the second floor and the lower wing, we were disappointed. it was not that interesting to us, we were expecting history of the area and... More

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Port Coquitlam, Canada
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

This museum was incredibly surprising. On a recent road trip to Portland we detoured to Goldendale to visit here and the Stonehenge replica. The view from the museum is breathtaking, my main advice is to bring a camera. There is a fee to enter the museum, but trust me it is completely worth any charge. There is a beautifully curated... More

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Vancouver WA
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

Maryhill Museum has always been interesting and educational. And the new Mary and Bruce Stevenson wing is wonderful. Elevators are in place to get those of us older folk up and down the four levels of the museum. The new wing house some lovely artwork - pottery, paintings and sculpture. The permanent exhibits are in place still (Queen of Romania... More

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oregon
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31 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013

it's a bit out of the way but it's an amazing beautiful place. we didn't even go into the museum (just into the shop) but from what I can see, it looked chock full of stuff. I would go in next time. no fee for just walking the grounds and the sculptures. We just walked the grounds and it was... More

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Edmonds, Washington
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44 reviews 44 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

I've been to this museum roughly 10 times over a plan of 40 years. We live in Seattle. So, it's a drive to get there. While it's no Metropolitan Museum of Art, it's simply lovely. I love the collections, especially the Queen Marie collection, the chess sets, and Theatre de la Mode. I wasn't wild about the Hound of Hell... More

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Richland, Washington
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64 reviews 64 reviews
24 attraction reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

This museum, pretty much in the middle of nowhere, is a fascinating compendium of unusual things. There is much devoted to Queen Marie of Roumania who was a patron and an amazing woman in her own right. There is a room devoted to Sam Hill,(an honest to goodness person!), the founder of the museum and a bit of a roue.... More

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Portland, Oregon
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33 reviews 33 reviews
18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

I am amazed how few people know about this absolute treasure. Off the beaten path, Sam Hill created the most eclectic and stunning art collection in much of the Northwest. A visionary of his time, I love his connections to dignitaries, royalty, and celebrities, bringing together a series of rooms crammed with quality and inspiring pieces that are completely the... More

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Dallas, Texas
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173 attraction reviews
Reviews in 84 cities Reviews in 84 cities
73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

If you've ever heard someone say, where in the Sam Hill are we, I think this is where they're talking about. Sam Hill was an influential Oregonian of the past, but he tried to put down roots in Maryhill, WA. He moved out west and fell in love with the Columbia Gorge area, but apparently his wife, Mary, didn't think... More

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