World Forestry Center

Forest Crafts
2025-06-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-27 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-23 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join us once a month and explore your creative nature here at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum with our friend at RAD Creative. From Forests in a Bottle to paper snails, seed shares, and fairy houses – tap into your creative side and make something memorable.
This event is family-friendly, and crafts are geared toward kids who can independently use scissors, glue sticks, and basic school supplies or with parental assistance. All crafts vary in presentation. Adult supervision at all times is required. Craft supplies, tools, and guidance are included with museum admission and do not require pre-registration.

Forest Storytime
2025-07-02 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-06 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-03 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-01 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-05 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-03 11:30 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
On the first Wednesday of the month, join us in the Discovery Museum’s reading nook for Forest Storytime. A storytime dedicated to forests and forest-themed books that connect adults and children and engage the imagination. Coloring pages are also available.
This offering is included with museum admission.

ForestFest 2025
2025-07-19 10:00 - 14:00 | World Forestry Center
Celebrate the wonders of forests with a fun-filled, family-friendly day at ForestFest! Enjoy hands-on activities, wood-themed crafts, kid zones, and live demonstrations from forestry professionals and community partners.
Enjoy wood-themed crafts, hands-on activities, interactive kid zones, games, and a working traveling mill. Learn about forest stewardship, explore the role of trees in our daily lives, and experience forest-inspired art and storytelling from local makers.
🎟 Make it a full day! Step inside our Discovery Museum to see Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians, our newest exhibition featuring Indigenous artists and cultural perspectives on the legendary being. Museum admission is just $8 for adults, $5 for kids, and free for children under 3. On July 19 only, museum visitors will receive a free limited-edition ForestFest poster with their admission!
ForestFest is free and open to all—right in the heart of Washington Park!

Free Day Series at the Discovery Museum
2025-08-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Explore the wonders of World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum at no cost today, from 10 am – 4 pm. Free Day Series at the Discovery Museum is brought to you by the Ben B. Cheney Foundation, in celebration of the Foundation’s 50th Anniversary and its enduring commitment to community.
Join us for the full series: March 24, April 27, August 24, October 26, and November 30.
About the Ben B. Cheney Foundation: Businessman, entrepreneur, and sports enthusiast Ben B. Cheney lived life fully and richly, devoting himself to his work, his family and his community. The Ben B. Cheney Foundation strives to carry on his hopes and dreams by making grants and helping to improve the quality of life in the communities where the Cheney Lumber Company operated.
About the Discovery Museum: Located in Portland’s forested Washington Park, World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum invites visitors to examine forests and consider all the ways they impact our lives. Visitors get a bird’s-eye view of a northwest forest, explore society’s connection to the woods, and learn about the challenges and opportunities facing this critical natural resource. Through interactive and featured art exhibits, visitors can learn how the way forests are managed affects everyday lives and how they are crucial to the forestry conversation.

Author Storytime: When a Tree Falls w/ Kristen Pendreigh
2025-10-12 11:00 - 11:30 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join us on Saturday, October 12 for a special storytime with author Kristen Pendreigh, who will share her picture book When a Tree Falls: Nurse Logs and Their Incredible Forest Power.
This beautifully illustrated story introduces children to the wonder of nurse logs—fallen trees that nurture new seedlings, shelter animals, and help forests thrive.
After the reading, Kristen will lead a fun hands-on craft activity inspired by the forest, perfect for kids to explore their creativity and curiosity about nature.

Free Day Series at the Discovery Museum
2025-11-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Explore the wonders of World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum at no cost today, from 10 am – 4 pm. Free Day Series at the Discovery Museum is brought to you by the Ben B. Cheney Foundation, in celebration of the Foundation’s 50th Anniversary and its enduring commitment to community.
We’re expanding our upcoming Free Day to celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month with a special lineup on November 30!
Featuring:

Several "Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians" artists
Live mural painting
Holiday craft vendors featuring Sasquatch-themed items
Story Circles in the gallery exploring Sasquatch traditions

About the Ben B. Cheney Foundation: Businessman, entrepreneur, and sports enthusiast Ben B. Cheney lived life fully and richly, devoting himself to his work, his family and his community. The Ben B. Cheney Foundation strives to carry on his hopes and dreams by making grants and helping to improve the quality of life in the communities where the Cheney Lumber Company operated.
About the Discovery Museum: Located in Portland’s forested Washington Park, World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum invites visitors to examine forests and consider all the ways they impact our lives. Visitors get a bird’s-eye view of a northwest forest, explore society’s connection to the woods, and learn about the challenges and opportunities facing this critical natural resource. Through interactive and featured art exhibits, visitors can learn how the way forests are managed affects everyday lives and how they are crucial to the forestry conversation.

Doug Fir Day!
2025-12-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Celebrate Oregon’s state tree with a day of forest fun! Join us for Doug Fir Day, a family-friendly day of forest-inspired fun—make, learn, and play as we celebrate the Douglas-fir and the forests that connect us all.

Make your own wreath or swag with Oregon Women in Timber

Wreath Making reservations are sold out! There will be other activities!

DIY ornaments and crafts inspired by the mighty Douglas-fir
Doug-fir themed activities for all ages
S’mores and coffee available for purchase

Come together with friends, family, and neighbors to celebrate the forests that make Oregon home.

Forest Stories
2026-01-07 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-04 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-04 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-01 11:30 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
On the first Wednesday of the month, join us in the Discovery Museum’s reading nook for Forest Stories. A storytime dedicated to forests and forest-themed books that connect adults and children and engage the imagination. Coloring pages are also available.
This offering is included with museum admission.

Forest Crafts w/ Rad Creative Space
2026-01-25 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-22 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States

Free Day at the Discovery Museum
2026-02-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Enjoy the Discovery Museum for free today as part of World Forestry Center’s Free Day Series celebrating our 60th anniversary. Explore interactive exhibits, take part in family-friendly activities, and connect with community partners through special programming that highlights forests, wildfire preparedness, and sustainability.
The Free Day Series is presented by Hampton Lumber.

Special Forest Stories with Author Audrey Sauble
2026-03-25 11:30 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join us for a delightful Forest Stories event featuring Audrey Sauble, local Oregon author of the nature-inspired children’s book Acorn Party! This author storytime is included with museum admission — bring the whole family for an afternoon of storytelling, imagination, and forest fun.
📖 About the Storytime:
Audrey Sauble will read from her heartwarming picture book Acorn Party: A Pacific Northwest Counting Story, a charming tale that follows a slightly distracted squirrel and friends as they gather forest treasures, count along to ten, and learn about friendship and community in the woods. The book also includes bonus nature activities, fire safety tips, and a guide to the furry forest characters that populate Sauble’s beautifully illustrated story.
✍️ About the Author:
Audrey Sauble is a children’s author and science illustrator based in Oregon with a passion for exploring nature through picture books. In Acorn Party and her other works, she blends engaging storytelling with a love of the natural world to inspire young readers and families to explore, learn, and connect with the environment around them.
🌿 Perfect For:
Families, young readers, nature lovers, and anyone who enjoys stories about forests, friendship, and curious critters!

Celebrate Earth Week in Washington Park
2026-04-19 - 2026-04-26 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join World Forestry Center and Washington Park for Earth Week, a week-long and park-wide celebration inviting visitors to discover the joy of nature here in Portland!
From wildlife encounters and world-class gardens to museums, forest trails, and playgrounds, Earth Week is your opportunity to experience Portland’s premier park as one interconnected destination. Throughout Washington Park, look for special Earth Week signage designed by beloved local cartoonist and public joy creator Mike Bennett, guiding you to hands-on activities, conservation moments, and pop-up experiences that highlight the culture, diversity, and wonder of the natural world.

Earth Week at World Forestry Center!

April 19 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm: Start the week early with our Free Day sponsored by Hampton Lumber.
April 19 at 11:30 am: Also happening that day is an author read with Silpa Kona reading her book "A Monster on My Trail."
April 22 at 11:30 am: Join us for a special Earth Week Forest Stories
April 26 at 11:00 am: This month's Forest Crafts with Rad Creative Space will be paper-making

Participate in a Park-Wide Scavenger Hunt!
Turn your visit into an adventure with the Earth Week Passport scavenger hunt!
Print your passport here or ask for an Earth Week Passport at our admissions desk, which will also be stamping and accepting completed passports. Collect stamps from all participating venues (Oregon Zoo Entry Plaza, World Forestry Center Discovery Museum, Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center, Portland Japanese Garden Welcome Center, and Rose Garden Store) to be entered into a special prize pack for your family. Please see Washington Park’s Earth Week page for contest details.

Discover More Across Washington Park
Please see individual attractions for hours, admission prices, and more details.

Join a free, educational activity at the Oregon Zoo entry plaza (no admission required).
Volunteer for the trees and trails, take a tour, or explore spring blooms at Hoyt Arboretum.
Explore the wonders of bonsais and attend family programming at Portland Japanese Garden.
Wander through the iconic International Rose Test Garden.

Make Your Visit Green
Earth Week is also about how you get here. Ride TriMet and enjoy a car-free trip to Washington Park. It’s one of the simplest, most impactful ways to reduce your footprint while spending time outdoors.

Free Day at the Discovery Museum
2026-04-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Celebrate the kick off of Earth Week with World Forestry Center!!
Enjoy the Discovery Museum for free today as part of World Forestry Center’s Free Day Series celebrating our 60th anniversary. Explore interactive exhibits, take part in family-friendly activities, and connect with community partners through special programming that highlights forests, wildfire preparedness, and sustainability.
The Free Day Series is presented by Hampton Lumber.

Special Forest Stories with Author Silpa Kona
2026-04-19 11:30 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join World Forestry Center for an engaging Forest Stories event featuring Silpa Kona, author of the award-winning children’s book “A Monster on My Trail.” This author reading is included with our Free Day at the Discovery Museum, presented by Hampton Lumber.
📖 About the Storytime:
Silpa Kona will read from “A Monster on My Trail,” a delightful picture book adventure that follows Meru, a young explorer who’s nervous about hiking because he’s convinced a monster is lurking on the trail. With humor, imagination, and a gentle nod to children’s real-world fears, the story turns what seems scary into something fun and empowering for curious minds.
✍️ About the Author:
Silpa Kona writes children’s books that celebrate curiosity, courage, and nature — crafted especially for kids learning to find confidence and joy in the world around them. Her stories invite young readers to laugh, explore, and see themselves reflected in the adventure.

Special Earth Day Forest Stories
2026-04-22 11:30 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with a special Forest Stories at the World Forestry Center. Join us at 11:30 AM for a storytime dedicated to forests and forest-themed books that connect adults and children and engage the imagination. Coloring pages are also available.
This program is included with museum admission.
