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The Rinehart Stone House Museum, also known as the Old Stone House or Stone House Hotel, is a historic building located in Vale, Oregon. It is recognized for its historical significance and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This museum offers a glimpse into Oregon's past and is a significant landmark in the community.

The First Permanent Building in Vale

The Rinehart Stone House Museum holds a special place in the history of Vale, Oregon. It was the first permanent building in the community, originally known as "Stone House". The community was later renamed to "Vale" in 1887. This historical fact adds to the significance of the museum in the region.

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Rinehart Stone House Museum
255 Main St S
OR 97918 Vale
Oregon

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
12:30 – 16:30
Wednesday
12:30 – 16:30
Thursday
12:30 – 16:30
Friday
12:30 – 16:30
Saturday
12:30 – 16:30
Sunday Closed

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Location & Map

255 Main St S, Vale

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Rinehart Stone House Museum Reviews

Rinehart Stone House Museum has 2 ratings.

  • Betty
    Betty • 14 Apr 2026

    The Rinehart Stone House, built in 1872, was the first permanent building in Malheur County built by early pioneers Lewis and Amanda Glenn Rinehart. This rustic sandstone building was located on the Oregon Trail on land once owned by Jonathan Keeney, mountain man and ferry operator on the Snake and Malheur Rivers.

    The Rinehart Stone House is a museum displaying period relics and photos, along with interpretative exhibits about the Oregon Trail.

    Pioneer genealogy is even available for some families who settled in the nearby area of eastern Oregon.

    The museum is conveniently located on historic Main Street South in downtown Vale.

    The museum is free admission with donations accepted. Local volunteers maintain the museum which is open Tuesday through Saturday afternoons. Open season is May to October.

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