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The Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria is dedicated to the history, landscape, and wildlife of the Columbia River Bar. The bar, one of the most dangerous river passages in the world, has caused approximately 2000 shipwrecks since 1972.
The museum contains exhibits dedicated to the history of the area, the pilots of the Columbia River and the U.S. Coast Guard, as well as the floating lighthouse ship, the Columbia.
The museum also has an IMAX theater and hosts events and classes for children and adults.
1792 Maritime Drive, Astoria, OR 97103, Phone: 503-325-2323, Map
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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