Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center

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Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center 14399 WA-17, Brewster, WA 98812

The Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center is free to the public!

The mission of the Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center is to promote an
understanding and appreciation for the rich history of the Confederated
Tribes of the Colville Reservation, specifically that relating to the Okanogan
Tribe and the fur trade industry in Washington State, through interpretation,
preservation, public programs, changing exhibits, school tours and hands on
educational activities.

09/25/2026

Today is the last of the season to visit Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center. We would love to see you!

09/23/2026

We will be closing early today at 12:30PM.

This will be our last week open for the season, and we will be open the following days and times:

Wednesday 9/23/2026- 9:00AM - 12:30PM
Thursday 9/24/2026 - 9:00AM to 4:30PM
Friday 9/25/2026 (Last Day) 9:.00AM to 4:30PM

09/18/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances the Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center will be closed today (Saturday September 19, 2026)

09/12/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center will be closed today.

We will resume our regular hours next Wednesday at 9:00AM (September 16, 2026).

Have a great weekend.

Come visit us at the Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center, and take in the beautiful landscape with history of the area.
08/14/2026

Come visit us at the Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center, and take in the beautiful landscape with history of the area.

Pictures at Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center when the smoke was bad. Terrible beauty
08/14/2026

Pictures at Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center when the smoke was bad. Terrible beauty

07/01/2026

We are back open with a new water pump! Come and see us on your way through.

06/24/2026

We hate to inform you that Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center will be closed from 06/24/2026 to 06/27/2026 due to our water pump being replaced. We could possibly be closed into the first week of July. We are working on getting this issue fixed as soon as possible. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.

If you are in the area the annual Salmon Bake is happening tomorrow in Pateros. All are welcomed.
06/19/2026

If you are in the area the annual Salmon Bake is happening tomorrow in Pateros. All are welcomed.

Preceded by the Sunrise Water Walk ceremonial walk at 6am, the Pateros High School Booster Club's annual Salmon Bake starts with a lamprey eel release at 10:30am and continues through lunch, silent auction, and cultural displays. Celebrate Methow and Native American culture with the community. The event is free; lunch is $15 and includes salmon, rolls, baked potato, green beans, and water. Sat. June 20, Methow Monument & Memorial Park in Pateros.

06/17/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances the Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center will be closed the rest of the day (06/20/2026). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. We are currently fixing a switch on our pump house, and will not have water.

Address

Brewster, WA

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 12:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15096312130

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