Black History

One of Oregon’s first Black homesteaders, Letitia Carson, is the subject of a traveling exhibit now on display at the Shelton McMurphy Johnson House in Eugene.

Community members gathered Monday morning at the Mims House—the historic site of one of Eugene’s first Black-owned homes—to remember the 75th anniversary of a dark time in the city’s history.

New spring wheat from Washington State University yields roughly 7% more than the best varieties in the state, scientists say

A celebration of Black history at the People's Collective in Eugene serves as a catalyst to bring people together, forge alliances and build culture.

A traveling exhibit at the High Desert Museum in Bend depicts an early 20th century Oregon lumber town with a difference: The company there employed both Black and white loggers.

The lives and struggles of Eugene’s earliest Black residents are the focus of a Lane County History Museum exhibit. KLCC’s Nathan Wilk reports.

The Aftermath of Great Loss: The Modoc People Persevere Program Date: Oct. 8, 2021Air Date: Oct. 11, 2021From the City Club of Eugene:The Modoc War, a…

Black pioneers in Oregon are being honored with an exhibit at the Benton County Historical Society in Philomath. It's called "Black In Oregon: 1840 -…

A new mobile app developed by PeaceHealth and the Eugene Marathon takes users on a guided tour highlighting Black History throughout Eugene. The program…

In partnership with the Oregon Black Pioneers, the Museum of Natural and Cultural History at the University of Oregon has a new exhibit. It illustrates…

One of Eugene’s first African American residents has been honored with a mural. The artwork compliments other historical markers where Wiley Griffon…

Last week's unusual snowfall closed roads, schools, and caused several event cancellations including 2 talks by Walidah Imarisha. The award-winnning…