Location and Hours
Special Closure: Saturday, October 10
The museum will be closed for regular admission as we prepare for Oktoberfest.
Join us for our ticketed, 21+ Oktoberfest fundraiser from 2–6 p.m.
Location
1210 North Front Street
Coos Bay, Oregon 97420
Hours
Tuesday–Saturday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Last admission at 4:15 p.m.
Holiday Closures
Closed on Juneteenth, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Museum closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Contact Us
(541) 756-6320
info@cooshistory.org
Admission Prices
Adults
$10
Seniors (65+)
$8
Youth (ages 5–17)
$5
Family Pass
(2 Adults/2 Youth)
$25
Free Admission
Free for CHM members, NARM members,
active-duty military, and children age 4 and younger.
Visiting with a Group?
Groups of 10 or more receive discounted admission when their visit is scheduled in advance: $6 per adult and $3 per youth.
Visiting with Children?
Join us for Explorer’s Club on the second Saturday of every month from 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
This free, drop-in program offers hands-on activities for children and families.
Visitor Guidelines
To ensure a safe, enjoyable, and respectful experience for all visitors, we kindly ask you to follow these guidelines:
- No Food or Drink in the Galleries.
- Photography is allowed without flash.
- Videography or professional photoshoots require prior approval.
- Only touch designated interactive displays. Look for signs that invite you to engage!
- Please do not touch, lean on, or climb exhibit cases or objects.
- Youth must be accompanied by an adult.
- No weapons of any kind permitted.
- Speak at a respectful volume and avoid disruptive behavior.
- Restrooms are for museum patrons only.
A wheelchair is available at the front desk and an elevator is available for all to access the second floor.
We Are a Blue Star Museum
Member Benefits
Being a member of the Coos History Museum has it’s perks! We have joined the North American Reciprocal Museum Association. Museum Members who join at the Friend-level or higher will be rewarded with reciprocal benefits at 1000+ institutions nationwide, including free or reduced admission. Additionally, Museum members at all levels receive discounts at the Museum Store and at select local businesses.
Check out our membership page for more information.
Bay View Livestream
Click the button below to watch what’s happening along the bay. Keep an eye out for cormorants, river otters, ships and more!