Dedicated to the preservation of antique farm machinery and related items, the grounds are just west of Interstate 5 north of Salem. Take Exit 263 and go a half mile west. Located on the north side of Brooklake Road. Located here are Oregon Electric Railway Museum and Pacific Northwest Truck Museum. Included are activities related to blacksmithing, fire apparatus, electric railroads, miniature railroading, Caterpillar equipment, antique cars and motorcycles, early day trucks, large steam engines, steam operated cranes, model railroading and local history. The museum operates antique machinery and vehicles that accurately replicate function and use. Through the equipment, Powerland displays and demonstrates life and work in the period of Oregon’s early growth and development. Frequently the restored equipment is that which was used in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.
Location:
3995 Brooklake Road NE, Brooks Oregon 97303
Telephone
503-393-2424
Other History nearby:
(Albany) Albany Fire Museum
(Albany) Albany Regional Museum
(Portland) American Advertising Museum
(Carver) Baker Cabin
(Oregon City) Barclay House
(Dallas) Brunk House
Request a Free copy of the Mile-by-Mile Guide to the Oregon Coast, which will be delivered to your USA postal address. Also request a free first issue of Oregon Coast magazine and sign up for coast deals.
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01/09 Coming to The Brooks area
Water Music Festival Seaview WA April1 The Water Music Festival is an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to bringing quality chamber music to the Lower Columbia River Region.
Astoria-Warrenton Crab and Seafood Festival Warrenton OR April26 Crab and seafood as well as entertainment. Listen to the Astoria HS Jazz Band on Sunday.
Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Wildflower and Music Festival Eugene OR May19 A day of wildflowers, music, food, crafts, and microscopes!
Rhododendron Days Florence OR May17-19 The annual celebration of the blooming of rhododendrons along the central Oregon Coast.
Columbia Gorge Wine and Pear Fest Hood River OR May18-19 Start off the weekend with friends and fun featuring Columbia Gorge wineries and eateries. Highlights include entertainment, live music, wine tasting, great food, fruit exhibits with samples, and local artisans.
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