What is the oldest US settlement west of the Rockies?
Astoria, founded in 1811 as Fort Astoria by John Jacob Astor's fur company, is the oldest US settlement west of the Rocky Mountains.
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What is Goonies Day?
Astoria celebrates Goonies Day on June 7, the anniversary of the movie's release.
How many steps are in the Astoria Column?
The Astoria Column, built in 1926, has 164 steps to the top.
What is the longest continuous truss bridge in North America?
The Astoria-Megler Bridge, about four miles long, is the longest continuous truss bridge in North America.
What is the Graveyard of the Pacific?
The dangerous Columbia River Bar near Astoria is called the "Graveyard of the Pacific."
Was "Kindergarten Cop" filmed in Astoria?
The movie "Kindergarten Cop" was filmed in Astoria.
Where did Lewis and Clark spend the winter of 1805?
Lewis and Clark spent the winter of 1805 to 1806 at Fort Clatsop near Astoria.
Are there sea lions in Astoria?
Sea lions gather on docks in Astoria's East Mooring Basin.
What is the Columbia River Maritime Museum?
The Columbia River Maritime Museum is in Astoria.
What is Astoria's Scandinavian festival?
Astoria holds a Scandinavian festival celebrating its heritage.