Location: Lincoln City
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10 Museums in Lincoln City That You Shouldn't Miss
Lincoln City is a city in Lincoln County on the Oregon Coast between Tillamook and Newport. It is named after the county, which was named in honor of former U.S. President Abraham Lincoln. The population was estimated to be 8,452 in 2016. During the solar eclipse of August 21, 2017, this city was the first in the path of totality to view a total solar eclipse.
Restaurants in Lincoln City
1. Alderhouse Glass Blowers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By californiagirl26 - Los Angeles, United States
Been coming here for over thirty years. Getting to watch a glass artist painstakingly create a work of art never gets old. Beautiful pieces to buy in a gorgeous setting. Nice stop along with Mossy Creek Pottery.
2. Rock Your World: Pacific Northwest Gem & Jewelry Gallery
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5.0 based on 101 reviews
Rock Your World: Pacific NW Gem & Jewelry Gallery is your premier spot on the Oregon coast to find unique and wonderful treasures & creations ranging from jewelry to crystals, cabs & slabs plus rough rock and displays. Material from Oregon and throughput the world!
Reviewed By britnicole985 - Warsaw, United States
I've been purchasing rocks and jewelry from Rock Your World for a couple of years now for myself and others. Every item I have purchased is perfect. The craftsmanship and quality of materials make each piece beautiful and durable. Rock Your World is a true gem in Lincoln City (Ha, see what I did there?)
3. Lincoln City Glass Center
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5.0 based on 511 reviews
Reviewed By Amorrah - Eugene, United States
Had a great time !! Fun place to visit and make your own creations !! I would absolutely recommend giving it a shot !
4. Lincoln City Cultural Center
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4.5 based on 84 reviews
Arts and cultural center in renovated school located on Highway 101 in central Lincoln City. In addition to hosting the Lincoln City Visitors Center, we have an art gallery, performing arts auditorium, gift shop of local artists and multiple arts classrooms. On weekends we host the Lincoln City Farmer's Market on the front lawn in summers and indoors during winter.
Reviewed By winetravelor102
Lincoln City Cultural Center truly does put the "cult" in "culture". I went there and learned the ways of the Jesuit.
5. Mossy Creek Pottery
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4.5 based on 143 reviews
HANDMADE IN THE NORTHWEST. Mossy Creek Pottery was founded in 1973 on six acres bordering the beautiful Siletz Bay Wildlife Refuge. Located just one scenic half-mile off U.S. Highway 101, the near century-old farmhouse is easily found as you travel on Immonen Road through a forest of spruce and hemlock. This hidden gem is home to the work of 40 Northwest artists. Inside you'll find a wide assortment of functional and decorative pottery in an array of glazes, representing the many and varied styles and techniques of our local and regional potters. Discover a little treasure for yourself or find a gift for someone special. There's something at Mossy Creek for every taste and any budget.
Reviewed By 435marlab - San Francisco, United States
What a gem off the beaten highway on the way to Depot Bay. Watch for the little "Blue or Green" marker on the highway that should say "Turn Left Now" ! I was so enchanted to both find and visit this whimsical artsy store. Always one to support local artists, as one writer wrote, so many wonderful pieces, which to choose. Like them, I was hard pressed to just pick up maybe one or two pieces. Many over my budget but also enough within my price range to choose from. Beautifully displayed crafts by local artists. The quality of work they displayed was some of the best I have seen in my travels. I'm from Portland originally and spent all summers as a child and even older adult lounging by the sea in the Lincoln City and Taft area. I have wanted to stop here for YEARS and so thankful I finally took the time on my last road trip from San Francisco. Please folks, support your local artists and communities. Take this road less traveled and see what charm and beauty awaits you. You will Not Be Disappointed!
6. North Lincoln County Historical Museum
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4.5 based on 105 reviews
The mission of the museum is to provide the public with an educational resource dedicated to the interpretation and preservation of North Lincoln County History.
Reviewed By suzans992
This small town museum is top notch! It tells the story of the central coast, offers interactive displays for kids, and houses the wonderful glass float collection of Dr. Nick Simpson, a local dentist. Every time you turn a corner you’ll be surprised at what you see and learn! The Lincoln City Historical Society is a definite must-see.
7. Prehistoric
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4.5 based on 312 reviews
Prehistoric specializes in the worlds finest fossils, minerals, and meteorites.. Come face to face with our animatronic baby trex as it comes to life. Break your own geode machine and a large kids educational toy area. Price ranges from 1 dollar to millions of dollars. We have spared no expense to offer an experience that is so totally different from your normal rock shop. All of our pocket stones are hand polished to give a higher polish and more natural shape. Our fossils are all originals from all over the world. Many clients stumble with what to call this wonderful place... Store, Gallery, Museum.. Well it is all of those things and more. Prehistoric also takes great pride in offering free classes and donations to schools all over the country. We have in our first 4 months of business reached over 500 students and children. We are very proud to be a part of this community..
Reviewed By DanW440 - Portland, United States
This is a great attraction, part museum and part rock shop. Their displays are very interesting and all of their inventory is well curated. I took my grandchildren on a weekend visit and they were fascinated the entire time. SO much to look at and so much to consider buying - realistically for any budget.
8. Freed Gallery
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By AlberToro986 - Albany, United States
Clearly operated with a higher budget than most art galleries of the Oregon coast, it's one of the few to actually have a building that is made for art, so that even if it's crammed with paintings, it still looks great. Bonus points for the sculptures in the garden. We stop every time we pass by.
9. Artists's Co-op Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By c3lil30 - Portland, United States
This location displays works from local arists The pieces are beautiful and reasonably priced. I bought a couple of pieces on my last trip. Always a favorite stop for me. Artists take turns hosting the store as well.
10. Volta Gallery
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
