Wednesday-Saturday 10am-4pm
(Closed Federal Holidays)
Plan Your Visit
The Jensen Arctic Museum is open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. The only days that it is closed is on Federal holidays, but is open the day before the day after (provided it's on a Wednesday through Saturday). Admission to the Jensen Museum is free; however, we suggest a donation of $2 per adult and $1 per child. If you would like to schedule a tour of the Jensen Arctic Museum please call 503-838-8468.
While you're visiting the museum you may consider visiting some of the other things that the university has to offer, such as athletic events, concerts, plays, and many more.
Online Registration
You can register for a tour online, here.
Directions
The museum is located on the campus of Western Oregon University. If you need directions to the museum there is a detailed map here.
Special toursSpecial tours may be arranged in advance with docents or the curator. The museum has pre-tour packets and other materials the can be used to learn a little bit about the arctic before the visitation.
The Friends of the Jensen Arctic Museum is a non-profit group that sponsors activities and supports the museum in many ways. Please contact us to learn more about its activities and becoming a member.
What past visitors have said:
“This is the most enthralling excursion that I've been on.” -Cedar Village Guest Salem, OR- |
“I want to see as much as I possibly can!” -Cedar Village Guest, Salem, OR- |
“We took our 1st graders last year and this year as 2nd graders they are still talking about it. It is one of the best field trips we've been on.” -Teacher in Salem- |
“Always wanted to see [it]—not disappointed.” -Georgia Wisenor, Salem, OR- |