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Whitman Mission National Historic Site
Indoor Activities
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The center display of the Whitman Mission museum. |
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Museum
The museum at Whitman Mission compares and contrasts the lifestyles of the Whitmans and the Cayuse. The museum includes Native American cultural items, archeological artifacts, and items that belonged to the Whitmans and the Sagers.
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NPS | Ranger speaking to group. |
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Slide Show
The park has a 10-minute slide show that is shown every 30 minutes, or upon request during slower periods of visitation. Groups may request an introductory talk. See Useful Information for Large Groups for more details.
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NPS | Model of tule lodge in Visitor Center lobby. |
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Lobby Displays
Displays in the lobby include a small tule lodge, a covered wagon and supplies, a spinning wheel, and a model of how the grounds may have looked when the Whitmans lived here.
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NPS | The book store at Whitman Mission. |
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Book Store
A small book store sells books about the Whitmans, the Cayuse and other Plateau Tribes, fur trappers and explorers, and about the Oregon Trail.
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Find information useful for large groups educational groups, commercial tours, large gatherings, etc. more... | | Bring your own supplies. There is no food or drink for sale on site. Services available include more... | | Where will you eat? Picnic options at Whitman Mission more... | |
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Did You Know?
The San Juan Islands have the largest concentration of bald eagles in the continental United States. An active nest in this photo is located at the American Camp visitor center.
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Last Updated: September 02, 2006 at 18:10 EST |