Original Wasco Courthouse resumes normal hours after COVID closures

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Written By Karl Vercouteren
The Oiginal Wasco County Courthouse, 410 West Second Street, The Dalles

The Oiginal Wasco County Courthouse, 410 West Second Street, The Dalles

From Karl Vertcouteren:

The Original Wasco County Courthouse is back on its normal summer schedule after the COVID-19 closures. Days and hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The historic structure is located at 410 West 2nd Place in The Dalles and has become a popular stop for tourists learning about Northwest history.

The admission charge is $3 per adult, $2 for ages 12 to 18, $2 per person for organized tours, and $1 for children ages 6 to 12. School groups are excepted but donations are appreciated. Members are not charged admission fees, and special events like the annual History Forum are free to the public.

 For further information please leave a message at 541-296-4798 or send an email to OriginalCourthouse@gmail.com




Karl Vercouteren

Karl Vercouteren came to The Dalles in 1977 to become pastor of United Church of Christ Congregational. Early on he joined Cascade Singers and the Original Courthouse board, reflecting life-long interests in music and history. Since retirement in 2008 he has taken on several projects writing about local history.

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