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WEEKLY ON-GOING SUMMER EVENTS

Joseph Farmers Market
• Saturdays (Memorial Day Weekend–October), 9 AM–2 PM
• E. First Street, Joseph
• Crafts, food, produce & live music

Music on the Deck – Wallowa Lake Lodge
• Saturdays, 5–7 PM
• 60060 Wallowa Lake Hwy
• www.wallowalakelodge.com
• Free live music

Courthouse Concert Series
• Thursdays, 5:30–7 PM
• Wallowa County Courthouse Lawn
• 101 S River St, Enterprise

For a Live Calendar of Festivals and Events: Click Here

RIDES & ADVENTURES

Wallowa Lake Tramway
• 59919 Wallowa Lake Hwy
• (541) 432-5331
• www.wallowalaketramway.com

Joseph Branch Railriders
• 501 W Wallowa Ave, Joseph
• (541) 786-6149
• www.jbrailriders.com
• jbrailriders@gmail.com

Wallowa Lake Pack Station (short horse-back riding trips – suitable for children)
• 59161 Wallowa Lake Hwy
• (541) 432-7433
• www.wallowalakepackstation.com

Eagle Cap Wilderness Outfitters (longer horse-back riding trips)
• Enterprise
• (541) 426-5900
• www.eaglecapwildernessoutfitters.com
• eaglecapwildernessoutfitters@gmail.com

Eagle Cap Excursion Train (exciting, themed train rides, boxed lunch included)
• 300 Depot St, Elgin
• (541) 437-3652
• www.eaglecaptrainrides.com

JO Paddle
• Kayaks, paddleboards, rafting & glass-bottom tours (night or day)
• Wallowa Lake
• (458) 345-1866
• www.jopaddle.com

TOURS

Bronze Sculpture Walking Tour
• Self-guided tour of Joseph's famous bronze sculptures

Historic Barn Tour
• Self-guided driving tour or bike ride
• Free map available at the Visitor Center

Stein Distillery Tour – (call ahead for cocktail sipping, whiskey tasting)
• 604 N Main St
• (541) 432-2069
• www.steindistillery.com

Valley Bronze Foundry Tour: Mon. – Thur. 11:00am
• 307 W Alder St
• (541) 432-7551
• www.valleybronze.com

Sunrise Iron Museum
• One of the Northwest's largest collections of antique tractors, plows, wagons, and farm equipment
• Learn about Wallowa County's farming and ranching heritage
• 65708 Sunrise Rd, Enterprise, OR 97828
• (541) 426-4407
Call for an appointment

Art Galleries
• Aspen Grove Gallery
104 N Main St • (541) 432-9555

• Star Gallery
183 N Main St • (541) 432-7445

• Phinney Gallery
17 S Main St • (541) 263-2917

MUSEUMS & CULTURAL CENTERS

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture
• Art exhibits, Nez Perce history & cultural programs
• 403 N Main St
• (541) 432-0505
• www.josephy.org
• info@josephy.org

Joseph Museum
• Local history & Nez Perce heritage (call ahead - docent tours available)
• 403 N Main St
• (541) 432-6095
• www.josephoregonmuseum.org

Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center (call for appointment)

• Discover the story of Oregon's multicultural logging communities, including African American loggers who worked in Wallowa County during the 1920s and 1930s

• Interactive exhibits, photographs, artifacts, oral histories, and regional timber history

• One of the few museums in the Pacific Northwest dedicated to this important chapter of logging history

• 303 N Main St, Joseph, OR 97846

• (541) 426-3545

• www.maxvilleheritage.org

• info@maxvilleheritage.org 

Wallowology Natural History Discovery Center
• Explore the wildlife, geology, watersheds, fish, birds, plants, and natural history of the Wallowa Mountains and Hells Canyon region
• Interactive exhibits for adults and children
• Great rainy-day activity and family stop
• 508 N Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 263-1663
• www.wallowology.org
• info@wallowology.org

Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site
• Nez Perce homeland interpretive trails
• Free public access

Chief Joseph Memorial

• Honoring Chief Joseph (Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt) and the Nez Perce (Nimiipuu) people

• Scenic walking trails with views of the Wallowa Mountains
• Free public access

NEZ PERCE HISTORY & CULTURE

Nez Perce Homeland Visitor Center
• Learn about the history, culture, and traditions of the Nimiipuu (Nez Perce)
• Exhibits, cultural displays, and educational programs
• Great stop when driving between Joseph and Wallowa
• 401 W Main St, Wallowa, OR 97885
• (541) 886-3101 (call first to secure its open)

SCENIC DRIVES

Wallowa Lake Scenic Drive
• Wallowa Lake Village & Marina

Hells Canyon Scenic Byway
• One of Oregon's most spectacular drives

Hells Canyon Overlook
• Dramatic Canyon Views

Buckhorn Overlook
• Panoramic Mountain views

Zumwalt Prairie
• Wildlife & photography

Imnaha River Canyon
• Historic ranch country

Hat Point Lookout
• Highest road-access viewpoint in Oregon

Lostine Canyon
• Beautiful Mountain Valley Drive

TRIPS & EXCURSIONS

Winding Waters River Expeditions
• Enterprise
• (541) 426-4502
• www.windingwatersrafting.com

6 Ranch Fly Fishing
• Guided fly-fishing adventures
• www.6ranchflyfishing.com

📞 (541) 398-0446 

Hells Canyon Adventures
• Jet boat tours & guided adventures
• www.hellscanyonadventures.com

📞 (800) 422-3568 (Reservations)

📞 (208) 257-4564 (Local office) 

WELLNESS & RELAXATION

Saanu Café & Sauna
• Finnish-style public sauna, cold plunge & café
• 100 N Main St Unit B, Joseph
• (541) 239-3653 • www.saunajoseph.com
• Located in the Jennings Hotel building

Art of Massage by Trish Zennie
• Therapeutic intuitive massage and body work services - (By appt only)
in Joseph Oregon
• (541) 624-2000

Wallowa Ave. Wellness-behind - Fresh foods market in Joseph
• Offering - Natural Health Services, Wellness & Recovery, and  Fitness & Movement Classes 
• 102 E Wallowa Ave, Joseph
• (541) 203-3634

Strength & Grace Hair, Skin & Nails
• Full-service beauty salon
• Haircuts, color, styling, skin & nail services
• 102 E Williams Ave, Joseph
• (971) 202-3119
• Online appointments available

For visitors, I would put a note at the bottom:

Wellness Tip: Many massage and bodywork practitioners in Joseph work by appointment only. Calling ahead is recommended, especially during summer and Chief Joseph Days.

CLASSES:

 Glass Blowing Classes & Demonstrations

• Moonshine Glass Art
• Interactive glass-blowing studio, gallery, and hands-on classes in Enterprise
• Watch professional glass artists at work or create your own glass art with guided instruction
• Beginner-friendly classes available by appointment, including projects such as ornaments, mushrooms, paperweights, and other glass creations
• Address: 624 S River St, Enterprise, OR 97828
• Phone: (541) 398-1108
• Website: Moonshine Glass Art
• Reservations recommended for classes and workshops.

Wax & Resin Painting Class (Encaustic Art)

• Element
• Learn to paint with hot wax and resin in a hands-on encaustic art workshop taught by local artist Leah Svendsen.
• 2-hour evening class held on Fridays (5:30 PM–7:30 PM).
• Create your own wax-and-resin artwork and learn layering, texture, pigment, and encaustic painting techniques.
• Beginner-friendly; all materials included.
• Minimum age: 12+ due to hot wax and heat tools.
• Students leave with two small completed paintings.

Location: 2 S Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
Phone: (541) 432-1911
Email: elementofjoseph@gmail.com
Website: Element of Joseph Workshops
Online Booking: Available through the Element website. Reservations are recommended at least 24 hours in advance.

The Josephy Center for Arts and Culture

• Rotating classes in painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, writing, cultural arts, lectures, and workshops for adults and youth

• Frequent visiting artists and seasonal classes

• 403 N Main St, Joseph

• (541) 432-0505 

SonRise Art Studio

• Art classes, painting instruction, creative workshops, and art supplies

• Check studio for current class schedule

• 203 N Main St, Unit 4, Joseph

• (541) 398-0221 

🧘 Wellness & Movement Classes

• Wallowa Ave. Wellness
• Yoga classes
• Kettlebell and fitness classes
• Wellness workshops and health coaching
• 102 E Wallowa Ave, Joseph
• (541) 203-3634

CUTE SOUVENIR & GIFT SHOPS

Copper Creek Mercantile
• Western gifts, home décor, apparel, jewelry & locally made items
• 107 N Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 432-1001

Mad Mary's
• Fun gifts, souvenirs, clothing, seasonal items & Joseph memorabilia
• 106 N Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 432-0960

The Dog Spot
• Dog toys, treats, pet gifts & souvenirs for travelers with pets
• 11 S Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 432-0442

B. Bright Vintage & Thrift
• Vintage treasures, antiques, collectibles, clothing & unique finds
• 104 E Wallowa Ave, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 263-1742

Anton's Home & Spirits
• Kitchen goods, home décor, gifts, wine, beer & specialty foods
• 104 S Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 432-1853

COFFEE, TEA & SWEET TREATS

The Blythe Cricket
• Bakery, coffee, espresso drinks, breakfast & lunch
• 700 N Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 432-1522
• theblythecricket@gmail.com
• www.theblythecricket.com

Tackroom Sip Shop
• Coffee, espresso, specialty drinks & snacks
• 108 N Main St, Suite B, Joseph, OR 97846
• Located inside the Slack Drinks & Dining building
• www.the-tackroom-sip-shop.square.site

Buckskin Brew Coffee Truck
• Espresso drinks, coffee, tea & specialty beverages
• Located at Minecart Panning
• 202 S Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (458) 345-1451
• Seasonal operation

Pete's Point Boba & Crepes
• Boba tea, coffee drinks, lotus energy drinks & fresh crepes
• 11 S Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 263-2329
• www.josephoregon.com

Arrowhead Chocolates
• Handmade chocolates, espresso drinks, coffee & tea
• 4 S Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
• (541) 432-2871
• www.arrowheadchocolates.com

Saanu Café
• Coffee & Café
• 100 N Main St Unit B, Joseph
• (541) 239-3653 • www.saunajoseph.com
• Located in the Jennings Hotel building

NOTE: 

For Hiking maps and trail info> visit the Forest Service at 201 E 2nd St. Joseph Or 97846 - (541) 426-5546

For Hunting and Fishing info> visit The Sports Coral at 401 N Main St Joseph OR 97846 - (541) 432-4363