Garibaldi Maritime Museum

I love the museum. I am a sport fisherman and crabber. It is fun to see all of the local fishing industry history. Volunteer help is very friendly and informative. It is a great place to take adult company at the beach (sorry to say, my grand-​kids would probably be bored) They also have a great silent auction during Garibaldi Days each year, this year i am told they will have lots of donated nautical «stuff»

Worth the money and the stop. Lots of good information. Interactive activities for the kids. Covers so much more than just Garibaldi. Really appreciated the info about Robert Gray and the discovery of the Pacific Northwest.
Gift shop a little disappointing. Would have liked to see sailor hats for the kids, bucket puzzles or something else related to a maritime theme for young children.

Located in the middle of town, this small but well executed maritime museum is worth the $ 3 entrance fee.
You can spend plenty of time reading the story boards and watching some lengthy videos of the history of the area, including the growth of the local fishing and lumbering trade. They are quite informative and there are small benches where you can sit while you watch.
The second floor is devoted to the story of the discovery of the Columbia River in 1792 by an American captain, Robert Gray. His mention of this discovery was the catalyst that ultimately inspired President Jefferson to send Lewis and Clark off on their now famous expedition, culminating in the discovery of the Columbia River meeting the Pacific Ocean, in 1805.
There are fun, interactive displays to keep the kids interested, and there are a lot of well chosen items in the small gift shop that are kid-​pleasing and educational, too.
I have to add a disclaimer. Many of the artifacts appear to be replicas, but the displays are still fascinating. And if you are unable to do stairs, there is a back entrance to accommodate disabilities.
This is a fun thing to do while everyone else is off in Tillamook sampling cheese, cheese, and more cheese while going brain dead.