Dayton History Explorer

The places around us are filled with stories—if you know where to look.

Dayton History Explorer invites you to discover the people, places, and stories that shaped one of Oregon's oldest communities. Explore self-guided history tours, historic photographs, maps, and local stories at your own pace, in your own way.

Whether you explore a single block, visit one historic marker, spend an afternoon downtown, or enjoy every story from home, Dayton History Explorer lets you experience history wherever curiosity takes you.

Explore:

• Historic downtown buildings and businesses

• The Yamhill River waterfront - the reason Dayton exists

• Brookside Cemetery and the pioneers who shaped early Oregon

• Courthouse Square Park and the heart of the community

Each stop combines carefully researched local history, historic photographs, maps, and engaging storytelling to help you see familiar places in an entirely new way.

New tours and features will continue to be added as Dayton History Explorer grows.

Download Dayton History Explorer and start discovering the stories around you.