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Working today to preserve the past for future generations.

The Scappoose Historical Society, established in 1974, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to preserve and restore the Watts House Pioneer Museum in Scappoose, Oregon.

In pursuit of our mission, we have discovered the greatest joy in uniting the community at events, engaging with the many who generously support our cause, and proudly serving as hosts to what has evolved into our town's central gathering place.

Upcoming Events & Recent News

  • Holiday Light Fight - REGISTER NOW!

    🎄 Holiday Light Fight – REGISTER NOW! 🎄
    Scappoose, OR 97056

    The Scappoose Historical Society is once again sponsoring our community’s Holiday Light Competition — and this year, it’s bigger and brighter than ever! ✨

    📝 Registration ends November 20!
    📍 Eligible area: Scappoose, OR 97056

    WAYS TO SIGN UP:
    1. Pick up an application at Scappoose City Hall
    2. Use the QR code on the event poster
    3. Or follow this link to sign up online 👉 Holiday Light Fight Entry Form

    WHAT TO KNOW:
    - Open to displays within 97056
    - Keep lights on nightly during the judging window
    - More categories and cash prizes this year! 💰
    - Winners and photos will be featured on our website and social media

    **FULL RULES POSTED ON FACEBOOK HERE: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AQJfeCPUn/

    Let’s light up Scappoose for the holiday season! 🌟
    Ready, set… sparkle! ✨

  • Trick or Treat with Wanda the Witch: 10/31, 3pm-5pm

    🎃 Come Trick-or-Treat with Wanda the Witch! 🎃

    Stop by the Watts House front porch this Halloween from 3–5 PM to meet our very own Wanda the Witch and enjoy some spooky treats and friendly fun! 👻🍬

    Bring your little goblins, ghosts, and superheroes for a quick visit and photo opportunity — it’s a perfect stop before heading out for evening trick-or-treating.

    📍 Watts House Museum, Scappoose Historical Society
    🕒 Halloween, 3–5 PM

  • PAST EVENT: History Connections: An Evening with Jeff Smith, 10/21

    📅 October 21 @ 6:00 PM
    📍 The Big Red Barn, 53760 West Lane Road, Scappoose

    As part of our ongoing History Connections series, we are delighted to welcome back a friend of the Historical Society, Jeff Smith—local collector and amateur archaeologist.

    This will be an informal Q&A evening, with Jeff sharing his extensive knowledge of Native American history in our area. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect with the deep history of Columbia County.

    Please note, this program begins an hour earlier than usual at 6:00 PM.

    The History Connections series is always free of charge (donations appreciated), and the public is warmly invited to attend.

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We rely on your support to make our community better! Thank you to our supporters!

We rely on your support to make our community better! Thank you to our supporters!

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Support the Historical Society and the Watts House Museum by joining our sustaining circle of members. Just $15/individual or $20/family annually. We also appreciate donations and rely on the support of the community.

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