Dr. Charles G. Caples left Ohio, traveling along the Oregon Trail with his family, as a child in 1844. In 1846, his father built a log cabin along the beautiful Columbia River and founded the town of Columbia City in 1852. Charles married Lucinda McBride in 1855, received his medical training, then in 1870 built a home, washhouse / tool shed and a barn on this beautiful site overlooking the Columbia River. They planted an orchard and garden including medical herbs. For years Dr. Charles G. Capels was the only doctor in Columbia County. His clinic and surgery were in his home. He was assisted by Lucinda as a midwife. They were known for their tireless service to others.
In 1959, the Caples' daughter, Dell Caples Houghton, bequeathed the house and its immediate surroundings to the Oregon State Society, NSDAR, for use as a museum.
Caples House Museum is listed on the U.S. National Park Service National Register of Historic Places.
Caples House Museum hosts a variety of events for the community throughout the year... come join the fun!
Tours, Weekly Events, Educational Programs, Restoration,
and more
Caples House Museum Complex offers a variety of areas for your next event at affordable prices
Hours: Friday through Sunday | 1:00 - 4:00pm OR BY APPOINTMENT
Email: Caples.House@OregonDAR.org | Phone: 971.203.3533
Museum: 1925 First Street, Columbia City, OR 97018 | Mailing: PO Box 263, Columbia City, OR 97018
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