Discovery Center and Museum - Features the natural and cultural history of the Columbia Gorge through two museums, a summer living history encampment, a theater, interpretive trails, and art demonstrations. Benton County Historical Museum - In Philomath. Provides educational activities, museum services, and cultural resource management services in order to encourage understanding of the history and culture of this county. Columbia River Maritime Museum - Maritime heritage of the Pacific Northwest. Portland Art Museum - Founded in 1892, museum is the region's oldest and largest visual and media arts center, and one of Oregon's greatest cultural assets. Museum of Natural History - University of Oregon - Unfolding mysteries about the natural sciences and human cultures past and present. The Museum is the repository for all anthropological artifacts and specimens found on Oregon state lands. The Vista House - Museum that celebrates history of Columbia River Gorge. Has a picture gallery, gift shop, and artifacts that were constructed by the original pioneers. The High Desert Museum - Offers educational exhibits about the history, culture, arts, and wildlife surrounding the plateau of the High Desert and areas of the Pacific Northwest.