History

The legacy of those who came before informs us for the future.

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Oregon Encyclopedia Project

The Oregon Encyclopedia of History and Culture provides definitive, authoritative information written in accessible and literate language about the State of Oregon, including significant individuals, places, institutions, events,…

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Oregon Fairs Foundation Inc

Our mission is to strengthen Oregon communities, to bring together families within those communities, and to foster the positive development of youth through the cultural and educational programs…

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Oregon Genealogical Society

The Oregon Genealogical Society has one of the largest genealogical research libraries in Oregon, housing over 10,000 reference materials for Oregon, the United States, and around the world.…

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Oregon Historical Society

The Oregon Historical Society is dedicated to making Oregon’s long, rich history visible and accessible to all. For more than a century, we have served as the state’s…

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Oregon Maritime Museum

Experience the adventure of life on our rivers when you explore the sternwheeler Portland, the last operating steam-powered sternwheel tug in the U.S. The vessel uses the same…

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Oregon Paleo Lands Institute

MISSION: Renew social and economic vitality of the John Day Fossil Beds region by interpreting and promoting its world-class cultural and natural heritage. Work with nine Gateway communities…

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Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation

The Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation acts as custodian of Portland’s three Steam Locomotives or mission is to share them with all.…

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Oregon State Capitol Foundation

The Oregon State Capitol Foundation works to create a living history, enhance the dignity and beauty of your Capitol, and foster cultural and educational opportunities. Over 200,000 people…

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Oregon State Hospital Museum of Mental Health

Explore the history of mental illness and its treatments through the collections of Oregon’s historic State Hospital (Oregon Insane Asylum). The 130-year-old hospital was once used to film…

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