Preserving the past for the future at Pioneer Park.

The purpose of the Ferndale Heritage Society is to educate the community on the history of Whatcom County, promote Pioneer Park and tourism in Ferndale, WA, and bring together those people interested in preserving history and maintaining the log cabins and collections at Pioneer Park.

Visit Pioneer Park

Location:

Pioneer Park
2000 Cherry Street
Ferndale, WA 98248

Walk the park grounds for free and take an optional Tour of the cabin interiors for a small fee.

 

Learn the history of Ferndale at HistoryLink.org in

Ferndale - Thumbnail History by Kathleen Moles

Directions:

From I-5 take exit 262, go west 1 mile, cross the Nooksack River and turn south on First Street, then go two blocks to beautiful Pioneer Park.

Hours:

The park’s historic cedar log cabins are open to the public for guided tours each year from May 15 through September 15, 11 am to 4 pm (closed Mondays & Special City events).

Special hours apply for Old Settlers Weekend in July and Olde Fashioned Christmas in December. Please see the Events & News section of this website for updates.

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    Facility Rentals

    The Tillicum House and the Log Cabin Church located in Pioneer Park are available to the public with reasonable rental fees for private events.

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    Tours

    The Ferndale Heritage Society operates its School Tours Education Program for local school groups each spring. In addition to the walk-up daily tours that are available, Ferndale Heritage Society accommodates special large group tours that have been previously scheduled in advance of the tour date.

    Tour Information

  • Volunteer

    Volunteering is a rewarding way to support the Society and give back to your community. Contact the Society or join us at a membership meeting to learn more.

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  • Membership

    The Ferndale Heritage Society, a non-profit charitable organization, was established in March 1993 by concerned citizens and volunteers seeking to preserve Pioneer Park and the cabins.

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  • Giving

    Planned Giving allows you the opportunity to add to your own legacy in a way that will also help preserve the quality of our community and the history of Whatcom County.

    Donate

  • Community Connections

    Check out other community organizations involved in recreation and preserving history.

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