Visit our Natural History Discovery Center Wallowology

Explore what makes The Wallowa Country so unique ~ Canyons, Grasslands, Plants & Animals, Rivers, Forests, Lakes & Moraines, and the Geology of it all!

Wallowology's Mission is to inform, inspire, and involve residents and visitors in the conservation of ecosystems and landscapes that support and sustain rural communities throughout Eastern Oregon.

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EVENTS & OUTINGS

Family-friendly activities and short hikes we call Discovery Walks, as well as longer day-hikes and opportunities to tour ranches and local nature sites. We want to connect you with the wild landscapes of the Wallowa Country!

EXHIBITS

Since 2014, we've created many exhibits about the natural and cultural history of the Wallowa Country.

CODE GREEN / EDUCATION

At Wallowology, we encourage all of our guests to explore, play and create with a child-like energy and curiosity. Our C.O.D.E. Green program (Children Outdoors Discovering & Exploring) supports interactive exhibits and play areas in the center when open, hosts family-focused learning events, and provides teachers and families with natural science resources, providing opportunities for children and their families to discover and explore all that nature has to offer! Adult supervision is required in the center.

Discover why Northeast Oregon is so unique: canyons, grasslands, plants, animals, rivers, forests, lakes, moraines, and the geology of it all!

Summer Hours 2024:

Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday-Sunday

May 26 through September 1

Winter - Open by Arrangement:

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Phone: 541-432-0112

Want to learn more?

We have naturalists and educators on staff that are ready to join your group for an outing, activity or tour. Email or call with inquiries at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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At the Natural History Discovery Center in downtown Joseph, come explore and discover Eastern Oregon's lands and waters through exhibits, workshops, and evening presentations by scientists, artists and others.

Wallowology's interactive outreach programs extend into the outdoors with guided Discovery Walks, day outings, visits to farms and ranches, and expeditions into the Wild!

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Kids' Activities: Explore our Children's Play Area and participate in hands-on fun! Special C.O.D.E. Green kids' programs are provided throughout the year for all ages.

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Wallowology is the public education and outreach division of the Eastern Oregon Legacy Lands, whose mission is to expand land conservation in Eastern Oregon through public education, landscape-level planning, and land acquisition.

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