Bandon Historical Society Museum has displays of early history of the area including Indian artifacts, logging, fishing, cranberry farming and the disastrous 1936 fire that destroyed the city. The gift shop offers a wonderful selection of books, knick-knacks, jewelry, paperweights, myrtlewood and more.
About Bandon Historical Society Museum
Reviews & Ratings
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May 30, 2026MccafWe were amazed at the historical side of Bandon!
WOW! A must stop. Totally worth the $3 or $5 to access. It’s a donation to the historical society…. Ended up spending over an hour in there…. Personally I began in the Indigenous peoples exhibit and worked my way from there. It was pretty amazing. Goes into the logging, fishing, trade with other cities, the fires, etc, etc. pretty much up to present day. Amazing to learn that most of the town was actually build over the water. Duh for all the pillings…. A totally must stop.
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September 16, 2025ItsSisterElle
One of the best small town history museum
Wow! I thought this place was tiny but when you walk in, it's pretty big. So much to see and learn! Plus there are beauty contest dresses from way back when! Highly recommended to visit! Plenty of free parking available. No dogs are allowed (Except for a service dog).
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June 7, 2025Joan KWorth a visit.
This is a very well exhibited museum. It does take time to view everything. The information and photos of the fire that burned the town was very interesting.
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March 20, 2025Christina K W
Lovely Museum with dedicated volunteers. Modest Fee.
Spectacular Museum. An abundance of displays giving a comprehensive view of local history. Culture, Industry, Resources, Transportation, Fires, Ship wrecks, and Recovery.
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April 26, 2024elizabethbH6284TA
Great experience!
Loved learning about the history of the town and the resilience of the people after such massive fires. The staff were very friendly and helpful - the lady at the front desk made recommendation to go to Shore Acres on our way north and we are so grateful for that tip. Thank you!!!!