World Forestry Center - Discovery Museum
| Address: | 4033 Southwest Canyon Road, Portland, OR 97221, USA |
| Phone: | +1 503-228-1367 |
| Site: | worldforestry.org |
| Rating: | 4.1 |
| Working: | 10AM–5PM Closed Closed 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM |
Location
Photos 100
Reviews 49
PA
Paul Reichow
Beautiful facility that is surprisingly interesting for both older children and adults because of hands-on exhibits. Younger children (under ~6?) might not understand the subject matter of many of the exhibits, but will still be entertained because of the hands-on nature. The parking situation is completely out of control. We had no interest in using the shuttle because it was bitter cold and we were formally dressed. After circling and circling, we finally found an open spot in front of the zoo entrance. The spots are so narrow that we had to let the passengers out before parking. There was only about 10 inches between cars. We have no idea how the people next to us were able to get into their cars and leave. We have an older car so we were OK with our doors getting banged up. My advice: Use lightrail to save yourself many headaches.
BE
Benjamin Hong
My son loves the outdoors and nature in general. So when we took him here, he loved all the different exhibits and things to learn about not only nature but how we as people interact both past and present. I wouldnt say this place is for everyone. But those that really love want to get in depth with the land around us and how man works with the land and not against it, the Foresty Museum does a good job. There is something here for both kids and adults. The parachuting simulator is pretty cool as you try and copy the precise jumping skills that forest workers have to make. Also, another cool simulator is the tree feller. You get to cut down a series of trees with the feller within a specific time frame. There are discount days so be sure to check their website for up to date information.
SU
Suzanne Richard
Fascinating displays of the wonder of trees! The cross-sections of petrified wood were beautiful abstracts created by Mother Nature. True works of art. Trying to jump as a firefighter was challenging and fun. Brought home how difficult it is, and how courageous our fire jumpers are. My one complaint - there is a lift to see what is like to go to the treetops. I was saving the best for last, but it CLOSES at 4pm, 1 hour before the museum closes. That should be told to customers. All other hands-on parts are open till museum closing. I HIGHLY recommend this for anyone. Educational, informative and fun. Just what a learning experience should be
A
A Private User
I took my 2 1/2 year old son as well as my 3 1/2 and 5 1/2 year old nephews. We had such a great time! My nephews even said they wanted to go back and take their parents. They have a Mommy and Me program on Mondays which is a lot of fun (they even provide coffee for the parents). I only wish they offered it on a different day since my son attends preschool on Mondays.
BR
brook mills
I expected live trees in the forestry center, but they were all fake. I was also told you could go underground to see how the roots of the trees and plants grew; wrong. There was even a sign at the top of the stairs that said the same thing, the stairs went down to a ground with stuffed animals and that was it. Very disappointed.
KY
Kymberli Cornett
This place is fun the first and second time but after no renovation or updates for over a decade it is boring. I thought Id give it another go since my zoo membership got my family in for free but with no special exhibit on and everything the same as before we left shortly after arrival.
GR
Gr8mom Of 8
Many of the exhibits were closed. Not much for the preschooler to do. The parachute ride is gone. And the screen quality of the movies was horrible. Needs improvements BIG time. We brought kids from 16 to 3 and we were done with everything within one hour.
MA
Mac Native 66
This is very educational. Went here back in the 70s, and took my daughters here when they were young. For anyone who wants to give an educational place a low rating, dont bother. It just means that your a gamer and cant enjoy the finer things in life.
JE
Jennifer Naumann
What a gem! My kids are under 5 and love this place! There is lots for them to do, its a great price, and never as crowded as the childrens museum or zoo. Would be great for older kids too, activities for all age levels.
GA
Gaston Porterie
An excellent place to learn about forests, history and see some really spectacular slices of petrified wood. Also nice for our International Society of Arboriculture Tree Academy on tree risk assessment.
?
東京立川・ほまれ屋
スタッフの方が優しく丁寧に案内、説明をしてくれました。 海外で優しさに触れると心にしみるね〜
IR
Irina K
Fun museum with lots of opportunities for interactivity. I wish there was more of a giftshop! Heavy on videos, which are not the most effective way to convey information at a museum.
TR
Travis Larsen
Not for kids. The exhibits are dated and way to much reading for children. We did the whole exhibit in less than an hour. Save your money and go to the zoo.
IN
Indiana1616
Museum about forests and how people use them. Some exhibits are dated, but I thought the museum was good. I spent 2 hours here.
AL
Allen Wills
Installations are quite dates but very good info on forestry in OR. Definitely swing through the Hoyt Arboretum on your way out!
SH
Shelley Krashowetz
Very interactive for adults and children! I would highly recommend this for all families... you could spend several hours here!
AL
Alex Shin
When I arrived in Portland, I selected this center as my first itinery. This center has a lot of things for children to enjoy.
LI
Lilo Neugebauer
Super interessant, mit Kindern perfekt
TH
Thomas Cornish
One of the most different museums Ive been to. There is a lot of interactive things to do with the family.
LY
Lyle Ring
Very interesting and interactive museum. Its fun for children. Could stay and be entertained 2-3 hours.
KO
Korin Schmitz
Came here for a funeral and it was lovely. I havent been to the actual forestry center in a long time
A
A Private User
Go learn about our forests. Its more than just trees, its about protecting these crucial habitats!
NI
Nicole J
Half the price of the nearby childrens museum, and at this place youll actually learn something!
DE
Dean Montgomery
The forestry center has fun exhibits and if beautifully crafted. A must visit for families.
RY
Ryan Burdic
Hours are incorrect. "Winter hours" may leave you paying for parking with nothing to see.
SH
Shannon Hagerman
Fun little place for kids, and great to go before stomping around the woods outback.
LO
Lola Bichler
Friendly attentive staff, ample parking, easy access from freeway and mass transit.
MA
Mark Knell
A big indoor experience about the outdoors. More interesting than I expected
SE
Sergio Octavio Flores Alvarez
Excelente lugar
MA
Matthew Krunglevich
Very cool place to take the family and learn about the PNW forests.
AL
Alejandro Pliego
Muy dibertiso
EV
Evan "Skwid" Langlinais
Educational and interesting! Cool stuff in the gift shop, too!
MI
Michael Napodano
It was a good time! There are many interactive exhibits.
JA
Jack G
Highly educational with some hands on displays for kids.
WY
Wyatt Freda-Cowie
Great place for kids, and right by the arboretum
EM
Emily Grice
Was here for a wedding and its a lovely venue.
MA
Maria Perry-Crawshaw
Great Concept events... I love the coffee fair
NI
Nick Wobbrock
A great place for dialogue on forestry issues.
AN
Andrea Albanese
Fun and interactive displays all about trees.
HI
Hiroki Miura
amazing if you like woods or forestry.
CA
Cameron Savill
Nice Building. Interactive Displays.
SI
Sing PaPa
Fun and games... good for kids...
SU
Suzanne Isiorho
Really cute and informative
A
A Private User
Video games about logging?
PA
Paul s
Just a cool place to go!
CO
Cooperación Cambio Climático Centroamérica
Amazing people
RO
Robert Hoiberg
Everything
EA
Easy Softonic
Nice Great!
AD
Adolf Valdez
Trees!
Other organizations
30 most recent searches
Photos
Photos of comments
