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The biggest attraction in Forks, Washington, other than the vampires, is the Forks Timber Museum. This modest museum on the southern edge of town educates visitors on the history of the town and the local logging industry.
Visiting the Museum
The museum, which is open daily year-round, starts out by describing pioneer life in the region. There are artifacts from the history of Forks as well as old photographs on display. Admission is US$3 (as of January 2024).
The section about logging is very interesting, especially since Forks was once known as the “logging capital of the world”. We learned a lot about the tools and machinery used by loggers as well as the dangers faced. Daily life for loggers was also covered.
On the second floor, you can see a hollowed out log discovered by loggers. It was actually an unfinished canoe that was being carved by Native Americans.
Watchtower
Entrance to the museum covers a visit to an actual fire watchtower that was once used in the area. Items used by the watch person are inside, including bedding, radio equipment, and supplies.
Outside the Museum
Outside of the museum, there are a few things to see. First, there’s a short nature walk. Then there’s a huge hollowed out log as well as a tree cabin. Next to the Forks visitor center, there’s a memorial to timber industry workers who have lost their lives while at work.
