Oregon history

Benton County is asking the community to help name a new road. People can choose between three historical figures and an indigenous name.

The museum curator said there are thousands of objects that haven’t been on display for years that need care, such as 200-year-old quilts, clothing and farm equipment.

The Frontier Heritage Fair, sponsored by the Fort Umpqua Muzzleloaders, was at the Lane County Fairgrounds this weekend. Visitors, vendors, and educators alike could be found among historic artifacts and art.

Pioneer living will make a reappearance at the Lane County Fairgrounds, where visitors can see many historical displays and demonstrations.

A recent report from the Oregon Heritage Commission displays economic impact, while coordinator Kate Henry discusses social and cultural value.

The Oregon Historical Society reports that it recently digitized more than 200 historical photographs of the state from the turn of the 20th century.

A new historical marker honoring some early Black residents of Benton County will be dedicated this Saturday in Philomath. The marker has the story of Reuben and Mary Jane Shipley.

Program date: November 20, 2020Air date: November 23, 2020From the City Club of Eugene:The Thanksgiving holiday ahead celebrates a relationship between…

Recorded interviews from immigrants across the state are now available on the Oregon Historical Society’s digital archive. The collection comes from the…

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

Oregon’s history with the First Nations remains an often overlooked part of the state’s checkered legacy. But more and more, Native Americans and their…

On Friday Eugene elementary school students got hands on experience creating a totem pole. Kids at the Ridgeline Montessori School teamed up with a local…