Art & Culture

As the first woman to own a bronze foundry in the United States, Heather Söderberg’s sculptures have earned her regional and world wide attention, including the “Sacagawea, Pompi, and Seaman” commissioned by the Port of Cascade Locks. She is currenlty completing what will be the largest hand sculpted bronze eagle in the world. 

Foundry tours are offered daily (call ahead for a schedule). Studio is open daily for visitors and sales. Please call to schedule a private tour or for any purchase or special commission inquries.

Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum (WAAAM) has one of the largest collections of still-flying antique aeroplanes and still-driving antique automobiles in the country. The items on display at this museum are not only full of history, they're full of life. Aircraft, automobiles, motorcycles, tractors, military jeeps, and engines all get their day in the sun again at WAAAM.

WAAAM calls their volunteers into action the Second Saturday of every month. The action runs between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The huge hangar doors are opened and visitors are invited to ride in antique cars, watch antique planes take off and land, and enjoy living history.  Each of these actions days has a bit of a different theme. It varies throughout the year. Stop by often and take the time to learn about and enjoy our wonderful transportation past.

Columbia Center for the Arts is a community art center that offers both art and entertainment. Our center features an impressive art gallery, an intimate and versatile "black box" theater, a classroom dedicated to arts education, and a broad array of great artistic events, including theatrical performances, visual arts, dance performances, concerts, lectures, films, and more.

1700-square foot, well illuminated and open space for rent in addition to large lobby with a bar and kitchen. 140 seat theater additionally available for rent.

Brad and Debora Lorang believe art is more than just an expression, it’s a lifestyle. At Lorang Studios and Gallery, this husband and wife team brings you a wide expanse of artistic styles, themes, and mediums.

There is walk-in service at the studio but please make an appointment to visit the gallery.

The Museum is located in one of three original locktender’s houses, built in 1905, in the Port of Cascade Locks Marine Park. The Museum overlooks the original lock and canal built in the late 1800’s. The first steam locomotive built on the Pacific Coast is on display here, the Oregon Pony Engine. At this National Historic Site you’ll find fascinating artifacts, information and photographs. A must-see if you’re interested in historic waterways and locks, the once-fierce Cascade Rapids, railroads, fish wheels, sternwheelers and steamboats on the Columbia River, or Cascade Locks History.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers operates and maintains Bonneville Lock and Dam for hydropower production, fish and wildlife protection, recreation, and navigation. Visitors can experience the operation of two hydroelectric powerhouses, watch migrating fish traveling upstream at the underwater viewing rooms next to the fish ladders, and see salmon and sturgeon in the fish hatchery.