Lincoln County Historical Society

The pacific maritime heritage center (pmhc) is an impressive historical building on the newport bayfront purchased and saved by lchs in 2004. Pmhc continues to be renovated in phases while it is a major museum and interactive center that incorporates the working wharf outside its doors on the bayfront, educational programs, and local maritime uses with maritime exhibits and art. Designed to attract, educate and entertain all ages, it also instills in local residents a sense of place and community. Pmhc is currently in the completion phase of its renovation project. Pmhc also rents its facilites to the public for private events. This museum celebrates the history, art, diverse culture, commerce and scientific research that is of the ocean.