Beaverton History Center
The Beaverton History Center is located on a site listed on the 1926 Historic Registry as the home of the Thrifty Market. Its purpose is to showcase Beaverton and Pioneer history, and to provide a place for historical research and education. In addition, the center is the meeting place for the Beaverton Historical Society.
Beaverton History Center
12412 SW Broadway St
503-430-0106
Open: Tuesday & Thursday, 12:00 - 4:00
Collectables Corner
The Beaverton Historical Society invites any member of the community to display their collectables in the Center. These do not have to be old or historical. They can be of any theme (Wizard of Oz, salt and pepper shakers, or thimbles, for example) as long as the items are small and appropriate for all ages.
Gift Shop
Come see what we have for sale, including books and collectable items donated specifically for the Center to sell.
Upcoming Exhibits
Timeline of Sisters of Saint Mary
A freestanding display of the history of the Sisters of Saint Mary in the form of a timeline. This will be available to view: Date To Be Determined.
Current Exhibits
"A Woman's Work is Never Done"
Pioneer women divided up their household duties by days: Wash on Monday; Iron on Tuesday; Mend on Wednesday; Churn on Thursday; Clean on Friday; Bake on Saturday; and Rest on Sunday.
This monthly, themed exhibit will follow that order, beginning in December 2011.
"Ironing Day"
"Wash Day".
Beavers in Beaverton
A display of a beaver in his natural habitat and artifacts made from beaver pelt.
 
A Child's Room
 
Early Farming
 
Country Store
Display of items, handed down through the Denney family, that would have been found at the local store.
School House
Items from the original Beaverton school, including the school bell.
 
Maps and Pictures
Early Clothing
 
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to help with the following activities:
- Saturday Shift
- Research
- Photo Identification
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