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P.O. Box 35
Philomath, OR 97370
541.929.6230
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Museum Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday
10:00am - 4:30pm
Education Resources


To fulfill our mission as an educational institution, the Benton County Historical Museum develops support materials for educators in our region. Our Docent Guild actively supports this program by bringing our History Trunks and other educational materials to the classroom by appointment. Click here to learn more about the materials currently available.

 

Docent Guild

What is a docent?

A docent is a teacher, a guide, an inspiration...

Applications are now being accepted for the BCHS Docent Guild. Share your interest and love of history with Museum visitors. Expand your knowledge of the BCHS collections, share the history trunks, meet new friends, and more! Docents work with Museum visitors of all ages.

Be inspired and inspiring!

For a volunteer application or further information, contact the Museum at 929-6230, ext 306 or email mark@bentoncountymuseum.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Oregon Trail museum history trunks available for school group tours

 

Current Docents:

Beverley Beckley
Marcia Cutler
Judy Juntunen
Kate Mathews
Marlene McDonald
Connie Vandehey

volunteer museum docent explaining Oregon Trail to Oregon students
Above: Marlene McDonald presents the Oregon Trail trunk to a 4th grade class.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 

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© 2008 - 2012 Benton County Historical Society & Museum
Philomath, Oregon
The Benton County Historical Society is a nonprofit corporation that operates museum facilities for the preservation of history and culture.  Its mission is to:

  1. Preserve the material and intellectual culture of Benton County, Oregon, by acquiring and caring for significant collections that illustrate and interpret the history of the area and its relationship to the world;
  2. Enrich people's lives through exhibitions and educational programs.