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World Forestry Center Discovery Museum

Built like a giant log cabin, this museum is devoted to the science and cultural impact of Pacific Northwest forests.

Address: 4033 SW Canyon Rd
Getting there: on the southern side of Washington Park
Hours: 10AM-4PM daily
Price: $10 adults, $9 seniors (62+), $6 youth (3-17), children 2 and under free
Website: worldforestry.org (opens in a new tab)

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