Elgin Museum & Historical Society

07/19/2026

Come and join us for a Vintage Tea Party celebrating the 19th Amendment, September 12 from 3:00 to 5:00 at the Elgin Museum and HIstorical Society. Tickets are $35 at https://elginmuseum.org/ticket-form/

07/03/2026

Have a safe weekend!

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July, Union County! ❤️🤍💙
Spend the day making memories right here at home! Our communities have put together an incredible day of hometown celebrations, and every event is powered by neighbors, volunteers, local businesses, and community pride.

🥞 Start your morning with breakfast in Imbler.
🏃 Cheer on the Fun Run participants.
🎉 Wave from the curb at the parade.
🍔 Grab lunch from local vendors and enjoy live music.
🌭 Head over to Elgin for an afternoon BBQ, games, and family fun.
🎆 Then wrap up the evening watching fireworks light up the sky in Union.

When you choose to celebrate locally, you're doing more than having fun—you're supporting local businesses, nonprofits, firefighters, volunteers, and the communities that make Union County such a special place to call home.
Whether you're in Imbler, Elgin, Union, or anywhere in between, let's make this 250th Birthday one to remember.
🇺🇸 Shop local. ❤️ Support local. 🤍 Celebrate local. 💙 See you around Union County!
Happy Independence Day! Please share this post and invite your family and friends to spend the day celebrating all across Union County. 🎇🎉

07/01/2026

We are excited to host the Elgin Sasquatch Festival supper and silent auction. Tickets available at STCU in Elgin.

🌲 Sasquatch Supper & Silent Auction 🌲

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 18th and join us for an evening of great food, community, and fundraising in support of the 2026 Elgin Sasquatch Festival!

🍽️ Pulled Pork Dinner – 6:00 PM
📍 Elgin Museum
800 Alder Street, Elgin, Oregon
🎟️ Tickets: $35
Available now at STCU Bank in Elgin, Oregon.

Spend the evening enjoying a delicious pulled pork dinner while browsing our Silent Auction, featuring unique items, gift baskets, local experiences, artwork, and more. Every ticket purchased and every winning bid helps support the Elgin Sasquatch Festival and our mission of bringing visitors, families, and economic opportunity to our community.

💚 We're still accepting Silent Auction donations!

If you'd like to donate an item, service, gift certificate, or experience, we kindly ask that all donations be received by July 10th.

Thank you for supporting the Elgin Sasquatch Festival. We hope you'll join us for a fun evening of great food, great company, and a great cause!

07/01/2026

06/02/2026

Thank you to all who attended the History of Banking Pannel. We had a greag turnout and a really fun and entertaining panel. A review and pictures can be seen here:

https://elginmuseum.org/event-pictures-2026-historyof-banking-panel/

05/29/2026

🏦 Step Back in Time and Explore the History of Banking! 🏦
Join us this Saturday, May 30th at 4:00 PM at the Elgin Museum & Historical Society for a fascinating panel discussion on the history of banking and the people who lived it.
Hear firsthand stories from individuals who have: 💰 Worked in banks
🏦 Owned banks
🚔 Investigated bank robberies
🔎 Chased bank robbers
💵 Identified counterfeit money
Learn how banking has evolved over the years, how financial security has changed, and how modern banks protect your money in today's digital world.
We're also excited to celebrate the donation of the original Elgin Bank safe to the museum—a remarkable piece of local history that has been preserved by one family for more than 50 years.
☕ Admission is free! Donations are welcome.
🍰 Complimentary dessert and coffee will be provided with a donation of $10 or more.
📍 Elgin Museum & Historical Society
800 Alder Street, Elgin, Oregon
Whether you're interested in local history, old currency, law enforcement stories, or simply enjoy a good historical tale, this is a presentation you won't want to miss.
Bring a friend and spend the afternoon exploring a unique chapter of Elgin's past! 📚✨

05/16/2026

We will be open! Good luck to all of the Union County Little League teams!

⚾️ It’s shaping up to be a BIG Saturday in Elgin! 🌲

While the community and visitors gather for the Little League Opening Day and Parade. We encourage you all to make a full day of it downtown! Stop in, explore local businesses, grab a bite to eat, and check out everything happening around town.

🎭 Elgin Opera House presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Showings at 12:30 PM & 4:30 PM

🏛 Elgin Museum & Historical Society
Noon History Series, desserts & coffee
Open 12 PM – 7 PM

☕ Local coffee stops
🍔 Restaurants & food
🛍 Shopping
🌲 Parks & walking paths
👣 A little Sasquatch charm along the way

We love seeing our town come alive with families, visitors, and community spirit. Come spend the day in Elgin — play, eat, shop, explore, and celebrate Opening Day with us! ❤️

05/14/2026

It is going to be a busy day on our community and we will be OPEN! Make sure you check out the museum for our Noon History Series: Women’s Resistance in the Early 20th Century (Oregon OHF Presentation)
Also we will have dessert & coffee available for purchase from 12:00pm - 7pm

Hope to see you there!