Last updated: May 20, 2026
Place
Tamástslikt Cultural Institute
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Quick Facts
Location:
Highway 331 west of Pendleton, Oregon.
Significance:
Its permanent exhibits explore the past, present, and future of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla people (the Confederated Tribes.)
Designation:
Museum that includes interpretation of the history and culture of the Oregon NHT.
Amenities
9 listed
Food/Drink - Vending Machine/Self Service, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information, Recycling, Restroom, Trash/Litter Receptacles, Water - Drinking/Potable, Wheelchair Accessible
Tamástslikt Cultural Institute tells the story of three American Indian Tribes, the Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, who for more than 10,000 years inhabited the Plateau region of the Pacific Northwest, U.S.A. They welcomed and assisted the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1804-1806 and Clark documented the contacts in his journal. Some 40 years later, the Oregon Trail cut through the heart of their homelands. Tamástslikt brings the story alive with a 14,000 square foot exhibit space that incorporates artifacts, photography, video and interactive multi-media in world class exhibits. Its Museum Store sells American Indian arts and crafts, as well as books and music and uniquely designed Pendleton Woolen Mills Indian blankets. It is located five minutes from Interstate 84, four miles east of Pendleton, Oregon.
Site Information
Location (Highway 331 west of Pendleton, Oregon.)
Temporary exhibits explore a variety of other subjects, and during summer months, the institute offers a living culture village where visitors can learn how to pitch a teepee or use an atlatl (spear-thrower). Maps and audio guides for the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla Homeland Heritage Corridor are available here, too.
More Site Information
Oregon National Historic Trail