(Berit Thorson/East Oregonian)Charly Hotchkiss paints kids' faces Aug. 8, 2026, during a block party in Pendleton celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Children's Museum of Eastern Oregon. (Berit Thorson/East Oregonian)Bluey and Buzz Lightyear lead the "Cha Cha Slide" Aug. 8, 2026, at the Children's Museum of Eastern Oregon block party. But the children of Pendleton had that chance Saturday, Aug. 8, at the Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon block party. Gearing up for another 30 yearsThinking about the impact of the museum, Brooke Marker said she recalls going to the children’s museum herself as a child. “I’m really happy to see the turnout, and I hope that the children’s museum can continue to thrive,” Boyer said.