Thanks to the collection of retired Chief of Police Ed Wortman we are able to showcase nearly all aspects of the law enforcement profession. The museum includes displays of uniforms from around the world, a variety of weapons used throughout the history of policing, and tools that have been fundamental in the police occupation.
Our youth interactive area allows children of all ages to try on real police gear, get their fingerprints taken, and take a photo with "Fred", our life size horse mannequin.
Our informed staff is prepared to teach you about the history of policing and answer any questions you may have. We provide information about police communications, our collection of evidence and fingerprints, and the differences between a weapon used as a tool and one used as a threat.
News and Announcements
March Newsletter
The March 2026 edition of the IPM Scanner is now available. Click here to view it.
2019-07-13 - from our old location 7 years ago.
Watch for our old cell to appear in our new location.
Click here to view all past and present news items.
IPM featured on "Mysteries at the Museum"
IPM Kids
We have a special section of our website with a few fun activities especially for our younger visitors. We hope you will enjoy the features on this page!
We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with no paid employees. 100% of your donations go to maintain the museum and creating new displays. We need the finacial support to grow and continue our operations. There are several ways in which you can help support the museum:
Become a Friend of the Museum
Contribute using the Fred Meyer Rewards Program
Donate at any U.S. Bank
Support the museum through the Oregon Cultural Trust
Contribute directly using PayPal
Grow the museum by telling your family and friends about us
"I learned something new today. The museum guide was doing inventory and getting the creases of a very badly wrinkled shirt for a display. I asked and she showed me how to do it. Not what I expected, but I am glad I visited. Nice exhibits, too,."
K.S., Milwaukee, OR 04/05/2026
"Jane was wonderful and very kind"
j.s., eatonville, WA 04/05/2026
"What a great place. Jane was awesome. Great items to view and awesome that there is hands on experiences. "
F.A., Salem, Or 04/05/2026
"Good stop."
J.A., , 04/05/2026
"the old phones were so cool!
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d.h., portland, Oregon 04/04/2026
"Awesome collection!"
.B., Silverdale, WA 04/04/2026
"I loved learning the different tools that the police used back in the 1800's (the twist alarm). Everything is so cool! Very informative! Thank you for providing this for everyone!"
m.m., Hyrum, Utah 04/04/2026
International Police Museum Museum Location
320 S. Highway 101
Rockaway Beach, OR 97136
REGULAR HOURS
We are open Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10am to 4pm
We are also occasionally open on Mondays
WINTER HOURS
The Museum will move to winter hours Effective November 1.
Thursday 12pm to 4pm
Friday, Saturday 10am to 4pm
Sunday 10am to 2pm
We will close for the season on 12-22-2025 and reopen March 2026
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 165
Rockaway Beach, Oregon 97136
