GET UP & GO RICE NORTHWEST MUSEUM OF ROCKS AND MINERALS 26385 NW Groveland Drive, Hillsboro 503.647.2418, RiceNorthwestMuseum.org The Rice Museum is nestled on 23 wooded acres in the farmland outside of Portland. It houses a world-class collection of minerals, rocks, fossils, meteorites and gems. The main building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its unique midcentury-modern style, natural stonework, and use of myrtlewood and quilted maple throughout. A Smithsonian Affiliate, the museum is one of only four in Oregon to hold this designation. Come touch and learn about rocks and minerals from the PNW and beyond. Enjoy a picnic and wander the nature trails. Leave with a rock from the free rockpile as a memento of your trip! PEAK TOURS AND TRANSIT 519 SW Park Ave., Suite 202 503.208.4768, PeakToursAndTransit.com Locally owned and operated, Peak Tours and Transit is a trusted partner for sightseeing tours and small-group shuttle service in Portland and the Pacific Northwest. Known for 5-star rated experiences, Peak offers both private and public tours that showcase the region’s history, culture, flavors and natural beauty — ideal for solo travelers, couples and small groups. Guests can choose from half-day excursions or full-day explorations of Portland, the Columbia River Gorge, Willamette Valley wine country and beyond. In addition to tours, Peak provides shuttle service for corporate transfers and private functions. Whether travelers seek a curated journey or a lively shared experience, Peak Tours and Transit delivers memorable adventures. Book today for your peak Portland experience! END OF THE OREGON TRAIL INTERPRETIVE CENTER 1726 Washington St., Oregon City 503.657.9336, HistoricOregonCity.org Experience history at the End of the Oregon Trail through engaging displays made in partnership with the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde, along with the use of pioneer journals and artifacts to tell the story of westward migration in the words of those who lived it. Exhibits are interactive, including feature films, all ages scavenger hunt, period games, historic costumes, crafts such as candle dipping and doll making, and skills including Chinook language and animal track identification. Also on site are the state and county welcome center, OSU Master Gardeners’ Heritage Garden and an interpretive trail around Abernathy Green, where many new arrivals spent their first winter in Oregon. Guided and educational tours are also available through the website. 44 PortlandUncovered.com
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