Northwest Carriage Museum
Northwest Carriage Museum
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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We are a non-profit museum with a collection of 60 beautifully restored and conserved horse-drawn vehicles and artifacts from the 19th century. We are proud to be keeping history alive! Come stroll among luxury carriages or check out the StageCoach and imagine travel in the late 1890's. There is an interactive back room that is fun for kids of all ages. Our gift shop has unique items including jewelry, books, toys and more. We invite you to come get carried away!
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Vida Nations
5 contributions
Sep 2020 • Friends
This was a marvelous experience. The museum is well maintained, the carriages, coaches, etc. have been restored to their original glory. There’s hands on experiences for kids and film clips such as “Gone with the Wind”, “The Ghost and Mrs. Muir” showcasing some of the carriages on display. Artifacts and clothing of the era on display lending to the overall experience. Its a must see museum.
Written September 4, 2020
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Eric98275
Mukilteo, WA85 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
Many beautiful examples of horse drawn carriages wonderfully restored. Period pieces accompany the carriages. Well written descriptions of the carriages explaining their purpose and the type of people who used them. Friendly and knowledgeable staff if you have any questions. A nice hands on area of the museum for children.
Written February 19, 2023
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DLA_55
Montesano, WA44 contributions
Apr 2012
This is a jewel not to be missed! A very well done, professional museum with a lot of very interesting carriages...an unexpected treat!
Written April 15, 2012
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malindamm
Seattle, WA84 contributions
Feb 2012 • Couples
My family visited this museum on our way back to Seattle after spending the weekend on the Oregon Coast. There were eight of us (ranging in age from 38 to 92). My aunt and uncle, who are avid horse lovers, thought this would be a great place to visit as an end to a celebration of my grandfather's 92nd birthday. My husband and I (the youngest of the group) were happily surprised at how much we all enjoyed the museum. The exhibits were all of very high quality, with a lot of great information given on the text boards. We also enjoyed the period artifacts spread throughout the museum. Best of all was the guide (unfortunately I did not catch her name) who was running the museum the day we were there. As we were the only guests at the moment, she gave us a wonderful tour full of true stories about each carriage and its original owner.
Written March 6, 2012
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Adventurer777719
53 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
This was a small place but had alot of cool things in there. Old carriages, school room stuff etc. I would go there again.
Written May 21, 2019
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Jennifer G
Forks, WA51 contributions
Aug 2013 • Solo
I never thought I'd find something like this in a small town. They have a lot of old carriages, all meticulously restored to "as new" condition. The size and condition of the collection is better than anything that I have seen in many large cities. It is absolutely world-class.
The docent was very helpful and informative and clearly loved her work. She had answers to all the many questions that the other visitors and I asked. The interpretive signs were high quality and very informative and I learned a lot. I'm a history buff and spent a couple of hours reading every sign and looking at every detail and just loved it.
They do a good job of explaining what the different kinds of vehicles were and how they were used and how they fit into the society. They had lots of stuff I have read about or seen mentioned but never saw before. For example, they have a Hansom cab for all you Sherlock Holmes fans.
They have a children's area with some hands on exhibits for the kids (and young at heart adults).
This was a private collection that was donated to the community. They have built a beautiful building to house it. Wooden floors and soft all around lighting show off the collection at its best. They should be very proud of what they have accomplished.
I'd recommend a visit, whether you are a serious history buff like me or just looking for a way to get the kids out of the rain for a little while while they learn some history.
They are slightly off the highway so you will need to turn up Alder Street (at a light). Look for the wagons in the parking lot to the south of Alder Street. Admission much cheaper than a Seattle attraction too: $4 for adults, $2 for kids 6-18 and younger free. Or $10 for a family. It is volunteer run and admissions supported. They are next to the Willapa Seaport Museum if you are looking for something else to do. (It's another good little museum too).
The docent was very helpful and informative and clearly loved her work. She had answers to all the many questions that the other visitors and I asked. The interpretive signs were high quality and very informative and I learned a lot. I'm a history buff and spent a couple of hours reading every sign and looking at every detail and just loved it.
They do a good job of explaining what the different kinds of vehicles were and how they were used and how they fit into the society. They had lots of stuff I have read about or seen mentioned but never saw before. For example, they have a Hansom cab for all you Sherlock Holmes fans.
They have a children's area with some hands on exhibits for the kids (and young at heart adults).
This was a private collection that was donated to the community. They have built a beautiful building to house it. Wooden floors and soft all around lighting show off the collection at its best. They should be very proud of what they have accomplished.
I'd recommend a visit, whether you are a serious history buff like me or just looking for a way to get the kids out of the rain for a little while while they learn some history.
They are slightly off the highway so you will need to turn up Alder Street (at a light). Look for the wagons in the parking lot to the south of Alder Street. Admission much cheaper than a Seattle attraction too: $4 for adults, $2 for kids 6-18 and younger free. Or $10 for a family. It is volunteer run and admissions supported. They are next to the Willapa Seaport Museum if you are looking for something else to do. (It's another good little museum too).
Written August 28, 2013
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nbsandman
Ocean Shores, WA76 contributions
May 2012 • Couples
We have been going to visit the Northwest Carriage Musuem for some time and we finally did so on our "Places We were Always Going to See and Never Trip". It is a hidden jewel in the small town of Raymond , Washington. We were greeted at the door by a docent as the museum is a non-profit organization. There is a small fee and I also left a donation as well.She guided us around the display of beautifully restored horse drawn carriages (and two sleighs), each with a story to tell from the days gone by. An incredible panorama from a hearse to elegant carriages. This is a great place for the entire family and if you are a history buff even better.
Written June 5, 2012
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ki0ki
Williamsburg, VA6,065 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
The is by far the best carriage museum I've ever seen. Almost all of the carriages are restored to original and all have a story to tell. Be it from previous owners, manufacturers or props in the movies. Some of the movies are "Gone with the Wind", stagecoach from Errol Flynn and Humphrey Bogart's "Virginia City" or a carriage from Shirley Temple's "The Little Princess". This is a gem of a showcase of beautiful horse drawn buggies, wagons and stagecoaches including a couple hearses. A hands-on area is set aside for children of all ages.
Written June 2, 2019
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1989PR1
Bandon, OR62 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
My wife and I were visiting her aunt. Auntie had been bugging us to take her to the carriage museum. My wife was not interested, and I was only mildly so. Turns out Auntie had to go to the dentist, so I had a choice- visit the museum or stay in a waiting room while Auntie had a tooth pulled. I opted for the museum. The interpreter was excellent- gave me a brief history, then left me to explore the small but full museum. There were horse carriages from the Old West to the Old World in various states of repair. Lot's of explanation of the carriages and old photos. It was very impressive for a small town to have such a neat attraction. My wife picked me up after Auntie was finished. I had just finished my tour. Auntie asked how I liked it and I said that it was better than getting my teeth pulled. I thought that was hilarious but Auntie wasn't in the mood.
Written April 30, 2019
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WSINGUY
Olympia, WA187 contributions
Sep 2018
I would recommend stopping if traveling through the Raymond area at the NW Carriage Museum. There is a very reasonable admission fee and you can self-pace your tour. You be taken back in time to the horse and buggy era as you walk through the museum viewing a wide array of carriage. Have your camera at the ready. There is an interactive area small and old will enjoy.
Written January 20, 2019
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