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Raymond, Washington: Northwest Carriage Museum

Opened in 2002, the collection of Jerry and Laurie Bowman. Currently has over 60 horse-drawn carriages, buggies, wagons, coaches, and sleighs -- most of them restored and some quite fancy.

Address:
314 Alder St., Raymond, WA
Directions:
South edge of town. From US Hwy 101 turn west at the stoplight, just north of the bridge, onto Heath St. You'll immediately see the parking lot for the museum ahead, on the left.
Hours:
Daily 10-4 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
360-942-4150
Admission:
Adults $8.
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Carriage Museum.

Northwest Carriage Museum

The museum features an eclectic collection of 19th century carriages and artifacts from around the world. There are 60 carriages in all, including one used in the film "Gone With The Wind." In the hands-on area there is a "talking" horse that is a favorite of everyone who stops by.

[Stephanie Bye, 09/28/2021]

The museum also displays the original wooden sign from the nearby burial site of Willie Keil, the Pickled Pioneer.

Northwest Carriage Museum

A wonderful elderly couple runs this museum. The wife will talk your ear off while the husband shakes his head. Worth a stop for sure!

[Ian Armijo, 08/29/2021]

Bear and carriage.

Northwest Carriage Museum

Surprising collection of more than just carriages... old photos, funky 19th century artifacts, and even a stuffed bear (oh my!) Worth a stop!

[Kate, 10/17/2020]

Northwest Carriage Museum.

Northwest Carriage Museum

A collection of over 40 horse-drawn carriages, plus sleighs, buggies, and historical artifacts. You can climb onto a three-spring wagon and dress up in period clothing. There's also a "talking horse." Several of the carriages were used in classic movies such as "Gone With the Wind."

[Laurie, 03/15/2016]

The talking horse is a wireframe model, not the spawn of Mr. Ed.


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