The Historic Carousel & Museum, Albany, OR

The Historic Carousel & Museum, Albany, OR For the young... and the young of heart! Founded in 2001, the Historic Carousel & Museum is located in downtown Albany, OR and open all year long.
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Founded in 2004, the Historic Carousel and Museum is creating a world class carousel complex in downtown Albany that will draw visitors from around the world and contribute to the economic revitalization of historic downtown Albany. Our mission is to construct a fully functional carousel which will hold 52 hand-carved and painted animals. The carousel will provide wholesome family fun for all ages.

08/31/2026

One way you can support the Albany Carousel is by remembering to buy gifts for your loved ones from our gift shop.

08/31/2026

Enjoy a fun day at the Albany Carousel before school starts back up!

08/28/2026

Here is Part 2 of our Carousel Tour with Ray!

Be sure to follow us to see the rest of the tour. Or better yet, come visit us and experience it in person!

“Tyger Tyger burning bright, In the forests of the night”….so begins a famous poem penned in 1794 by William Blake. Remi...
08/28/2026

“Tyger Tyger burning bright, In the forests of the night”….so begins a famous poem penned in 1794 by William Blake. Reminded of this poem, carousel carvers named this magnificent jungle animal “Blake.”

Blake wears no saddle or bridle, appropriate for a wild Bengal tiger.

Hidden in the stripes toward his flank on the romance side, are the names of the sponsors’ grandchildren, Andrew and Caitlin.

He is a jumper animal located on the inside row of the carousel.

We are so excited for the Northwest Art & Air Festival this weekend, our Gift Shop Manager has brought in items to keep ...
08/26/2026

We are so excited for the Northwest Art & Air Festival this weekend, our Gift Shop Manager has brought in items to keep in the spirit of this great annual Albany event.

Albany has a jokester creating AI pictures of a horse being towed away from the Carousel; we figured this was the perfec...
08/25/2026

Albany has a jokester creating AI pictures of a horse being towed away from the Carousel; we figured this was the perfect opportunity to share a little behind-the-scenes secret!

Our hand-carved, beautifully painted carousel animals really do leave the building one time!

After all the carving and painting is complete, and our animals are just days away from joining their friends on the Carousel, they take a little road trip on a trailer, pulled by a perfectly ordinary truck, to receive their final automotive clear coat.

This protective clear coat helps preserve the incredible artistry and craftsmanship of each animal so that generations of riders can enjoy them for years to come.

So, stay tuned! You just might spot one of our beautiful animals traveling down the road someday. We have two more animals scheduled to join the Carousel by the end of this year!

Zooming out to show some of the fun details on Timber the Bulldog.The Albany Carousel is located in downtown Albany, Ore...
08/24/2026

Zooming out to show some of the fun details on Timber the Bulldog.

The Albany Carousel is located in downtown Albany, Oregon.

Plan your visit today.

08/23/2026

The Albany Carousel was built on generosity.

Our founder, Wendy Kirbey, shares how donors helped turn a big dream into the carousel we enjoy today. But the story isn't finished.

Your support helps keep the carousel running and creates a place where families can make memories for years to come.

If the Albany Carousel means something to you, consider making a donation and becoming part of its story.

The Band Organ was sponsored by Doug and Karen Engel to honor their longtime friends, Dale Matheny and George Thomas. Th...
08/22/2026

The Band Organ was sponsored by Doug and Karen Engel to honor their longtime friends, Dale Matheny and George Thomas. They shared a love of music and carnival glass.

Many of the organ’s designs were inspired by carnival glass Doug and Karen have collected since the 1970s. Look closely and you’ll see ferns, peacocks, roses, poppies, and other special details.

The front also features a painting of the Cathey House, Doug and Karen’s historic Albany home. The angel brooch was inspired by a pin Karen loved to wear.

Thanks to their generosity and love of music, visitors can enjoy the Band Organ for years to come.

Here are the Rules of the Ride at the Albany Carousel! 🎠We want everyone who visits to have a fun and welcoming experien...
08/21/2026

Here are the Rules of the Ride at the Albany Carousel! 🎠

We want everyone who visits to have a fun and welcoming experience. These rules help us keep our guests safe and protect the carousel so families can enjoy it for generations to come.

Have a question about riding the carousel? Drop it in the comments!

Address

503 1st Avenue W
Albany, OR
97321

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+15414972934

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