The Applegate Trail Interpretive Center
  
The Applegate Trail Interpretive Center offers a glimpse into the colorful history of this rugged area through the stories of the pioneer settlers, the naming of Grave Creek, the discovery of gold, the impact of the stageline, and the building of the railroad.
  
Located in Beautiful Sunny Valley, The Applegate Trail Interpretive Center is a "must see." Enjoy visiting the many historical displays.

 
As you enter you will be drawn back into a time of the settlers & gold miners and the lifestyle & dangers they encountered.
 
This authentic covered wagon depicts the story of the wagon trail and it's despair, determination and discovery. In the fall of 1846, the first emigrant wagon trail from Fort Hall, Idaho, to travel the southern route of the Oregon Trail--known as the Applegate Trail--camped just across the creek from here. Martha Leland Crowley, 16 years old, died of Typhoid Fever during this encampment and was buried on the north side of what was to become known as "Grave Creek"
Visit our Fireside Theatre to see this dramatic reenactment of the event!
 
Drive by & read the story of this historical bridge located on Grave Creek. Read how it got it's name- the Martha Leland Crowley story, in addition to the story of Fort Leland, Indian wars, and gold days.
 
Visit the Old Town Hall located next to the Interpretive Center and Covered Bridge. The Old Town Hall is presently used for weddings, community events and celebrations, and Sunday fellowship services. Sunny Valley is truly a place to visit!

The Sunny Valley Applegate Trail Interpretive Center welcomes you all year-round.
 
SUMMER SEASON HOURS:
( MARCH 14th THRU NOVEMBER 14th )
OPEN DAILY-10am-5pm
 
WINTER SEASON HOURS:
( NOVEMBER 15th THRU MARCH 15th )
OPEN Thursday-Sunday 10am-5pm
Closed Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
( Except for group tours-Then phone for additional information )
541-472-8545 or 541-476-8942
Dates & Times Subject to change so please contact the center first. See below for other events.
 
Sunny Valley’s Applegate Wagon Trail Reenactment - held in October, every year.
"This Is More Than A Train Of Wagons, It Is The Community Event Of The Year!!"
 
Historic Sunny Valley welcomes Wagon Master Dee Douglas and her wagon train, accompanied by the “Sheriff’s Posse Outriders” in their trek over a challenging segment of the original 1846 Applegate Trail. The wagon train will begin their journey at the South side of Mt. Sexton arriving at the Applegate Trail Interpretive Center between 1:00~2:00 pm.
 
Please Join Us At The Interpretive Center To Welcome Them, And Partake Of The Festivities And Events That Are Listed In The Following:
 
EVENTS, ACTIVITIES, & ENTERTAINMENT:
 
Music, Miniature Horse Rides, Presentations, Authentic Displays, Book Signings and History Discussions, Primitive Quilt Display, Blacksmith, Spinning Wheel, And Primitive Tool Demonstrations and more!
 
Call Betty @ (888) 411-1846, Or (541) 472-8545 To Purchase Your Tickets Now
We Accept All Major Credit Cards, Checks, Or Money Order.
Upon Receipt Of Payment, Your Tickets Will Be Forwarded To You Immediately.
  
This Includes: Buffalo Hotdogs & Beverages (Served from 12:00 to 3:00pm); A Tour Of The Museum; And Full Access To All The Events, Activities, & Entertainment.
 
Purchase Your Ticket In Advance And Receive The Discounted Rate! Subject to change.
 
LET US PUT YOU IN THE “PIONEER BOOTS” AND JOIN IN OUR WONDERFUL CELEBRATION!!
 
Call Toll Free: 1-888-411-1846 or 541-472-8545
500 Sunny Valley Loop
Sunny Valley, Oregon 97497

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