PLEASE NOTE:
The wheelchair lift in the Brix Maritime Hall that provides
access to the upper platform is currently out of order.   
​We apologize for this inconvenience.

This video will give you a bird's eye view of the Brix Maritime Hall.

CLICK HERE to read the interpretive panels on the upper platform
​
​More than You Imagined!
​More than a traditional museum, the Columbia River Maritime Museum is a unique combination of experiences where
​an extensive collection of seafaring vessels, maritime artifacts, and fine art come to life through exciting and informative exhibits, demonstrations and hands-on activities.

From 2024 to 2026, CRMM will undertake multiple, coordinated projects that collectively create a richer, more expansive, interactive, and accessible experience for our visitors, both indoors and outdoors.  This once in a generation transformation will result in a world class cultural and educational experience that will serve both residents and visitors from around the world.  
VISITING THE MUSEUM

Museum open everyday 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
(Except Thanksgiving & Christmas Day)
​
​The Lightship Columbia is open daily 11:00AM - 3:00PM
Please call for day-of availability

​Museum Address
1792 Marine Drive, Astoria, Oregon 97103
503.325.2323

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ADMISSION:
Adults (18+): $18.00, Seniors (65+): $15.00
Children (6-17): $8.00, Kids 5 & under: FREE
College Students (18+): $15 (with student ID)
Active Duty Military: FREE
AAA Members: Ask about your discount at Admissions
(AAA card and matching ID required)
Museum Members: FREE
​
SNAP and WIC Recipients:
$3.00 per person (up to 4) with EBT or WIC Card ​and matching ID

Lightship Only: $5.00, Museum Members FREE (open daily 11A-3P)
​​​3D film: $5.00, Museum Members FREE
VISIT OUR 3D THEATER
ARCTIC: Our Frozen Planet
At the very top of the globe, lies a spectacular, frozen realm. But don’t be fooled by appearances…this place is not frozen in time. It’s a dynamic ecosystem and for thousands of years, its indigenous people and wildlife have found ways to survive and live in harmony with these extremes. 
Embark on a yearlong adventure across the seasons and three continents.
​
​SHOWING AT THE TOP
​OF THE HOUR
STARTING AT 10:00 AM DAILY
​AIRCRAFT CARRIER:
Guardian of the Seas
One of the greatest engineering feats in the naval maritime history, the modern Nimitz-class carrier is a masterpiece of technology, and the flagship of the fleet.  Find yourself aboard the USS Ronald Reagan alongside 5,000 highly skilled sea and air personnel conducting flight operations in the midst of simulated war exercises.

​SHOWING AT THE
BOTTOM OF HOUR 
STARTING AT 10:30 AM DAILY

Upcoming Events & Updates

FAMILY FUN at THE MUSEUM!
Lightship Engine Room Tours

Mondays & Wednesday 1:00 & 1:30PM
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
​1:00, 1:30, 2:00 & 2:30PM
Saturdays 1:30 & 2:00PM
Sundays 12:30, 1:00, 1:30 and 2:00PM

​Tours are 20 minutes
Capped at 12 people
First come first served
​
Lightship Access is included with Museum Admission.  MEMBERS are FREE!
Stop by the Front Admissions Desk
prior boarding.

FRIDAY GALLERY DOCENTS
10:30AM - 12:00Noon

Plan your visit to the Museum on Fridays starting in January 2026, and enjoy chatting with a Gallery Docent or engaging
with our EDU Cart.
​
Gallery Docents specialize in a specific gallery.
Our EDU Cart showcases touchable items related to
that gallery.  Great for learners of all ages who want
​to get hands on with maritime history. 
Included with Museum Admission.
JOIN US FOR GUIDED MUSEUM TOURS
Sundays at 11AM
Want to dive deeper into the stories behind our exhibits? Join our Museum Educator
​ for a guided tour through the galleries. Ask questions, hear fascinating stories, and see the Museum in a whole new way!

February 8 & 22, March 8 & 22, 2026
March 22 is a tactile tour

Tours are approximately 45 minutes.  Tour size 5-20 ppl, first come, first served
Reserve your spot in advance​ ​or check with Admissions Desk
Included with Museum Admission - MEMBERS are FREE!
ANNOUNCING 2026 MEMBER RECIPROCAL ADMISSIONS!
29 regional attractions have partnered to offer reciprocal admission to their members in 2026.
From January to December, membership to one of the participating organizations is your key to FREE ADMISSION for the member and up to three guests of any age to different attractions each month.
Be sure to check with the month’s attraction for hours of operations and other information before you visit.
Not a Member of the Columbia River Maritime Museum?  Join TODAY and take advantage of this Member-Only benefit!
Historic Fireboat David Campbell 
Built in 1927, David Campbell is 87' 6" in length,
has a 20' 6" beam (width at widest point) and
a 7' 6" draft (vertical distance from the waterline to the deepest point of the hull).

This vessel was donated to the Museum by Portland Fire & Rescue in August 2025, and is currently at Diversified Marine in Portland undergoing safety improvements to allow visitor access.

David Campbell will be placed on campus, next to the Warnock Model Boat Pond, in late Spring/early Summer 2026.

CELEBRATE 50 YEARS of
The QuarterDeck, our award winning Member magazine

Designed to share news and events, updates, additions to the Collection, and maritime history from our region, The QuarterDeck has been read and share by thousands of members over the past 50 years.​

Current Exhibits

​Explore the extreme forces at work along the Columbia River Bar.  Learn about waves that can exceed 40 feet in height during the most severe winter storms.  See exciting exhibits about the U.S. Coast Guard and the Columbia River Bar Pilots.  Witness the legendary fishing runs, and take a tour of the floating lighthouse, the Lightship Columbia. 

ntsayka ilíi ukuk - This is Our Place
A collaboration with 
​the Chinook Indian Nation.

NEW EXHIBITS 
​NOW OPEN!
Cedar and Sea: the Maritime Culture of the Indigenous People of the Pacific Northwest

Crossing the Bar:
Perilous Passage

An exciting look at the legendary Columbia River entrance, where the forces of the Pacific Ocean and the mighty Columbia River meet to create one of the most dangerous bar crossings on the planet.

Shipwrecks!

EXPERIENCE THE TERROR!
Learn the causes. 
​Understand the impacts.

3D Theater

Our 36 seat, wheelchair accessible theater brings 3D to life in grand fashion onto the huge screen and in pure digital surround sound.  Currently playing ARCTIC: Our Frozen Planet and Aircraft Carrier - Guardian of the Seas.

JOIN TODAY!

Become a Member today of the official Maritime Museum of the State of Oregon, and enjoy free admission to the Museum and the 3D theater, Museum Store discounts and more.