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Mark Memorial Park and One Room Schoolhouse
The Mark Prairie School is nestled in a lovely oak grove in an area of Canby Oregon known as Mark Prairie. The Mark Prairie School is significant as an excellent example of a turn-of-the-century Vernacular school and for its association with the Mark family who were Oregon Pioneers and the Mark Prairie Community. In 1847 the John Mark family arrived in Oregon City, after crossing the plains by ox team via the Oregon Trail from Jackson County, Missouri. John Mark traded a yoke of oxen... More
Willamette Valley , Canby , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Wilsonville Historic Walking Tour
Highlights range from a historic church, to a 1920s service station. More
Willamette Valley , Wilsonville , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Lee Oak Tree – Heritage Tree
This Oregon white oak was planted in 1869 by the pioneer Lee family. Philander Lee was a supporter of the O&C Railroad line which ran through his land and connected Portland to San Francisco. Lee filed the Canby plat in 1870, naming the community for Major General Edward Richard Sprigg Canby, a Civil War hero. Each year Canby School District teachers bring students to this oak as part of their education on the history of Canby and Oregon. Located in the Package Container parking lot... More
This historic town at the end of the Oregon Trail was the state's first capital. Visit sites inhabited by the area's influential early settlers as told through the free TeleTales audio tour. More
Portland Region , Oregon City , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Canby Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial
Aloft on its pedestal is the most recognized helicopter type in the world – the Bell UH-1, better known as the `Huey.` Thousands of lives were literally saved because of the dependability of the Huey and bravery of her crews. It stands as a humanitarian symbol that brought compassion and lifesaving during this time in our history. The center plaza of the park forms the `Shou` symbol meaning `long life` or `longevity` in Asian culture. In the middle of the `Shou` symbol, as on the... More
Canby Public Library
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Use of the Canby Public Library has grown steadily over time. When the current library opened in the late 1980s, the library circulated about 77,000 items annually. Two decades later, circulation now exceeds 340,000 items a year. Over a thousand children and youth participate in Summer Reading annually. Thousands more attend programs and view library exhibits. Before the LibraryIn the first decades of the twentieth century, Canby's efforts to establish a free public library advanced in fits and starts. Between 1896 and 1916, several local... More
Aurora Colony National Historic District
Twenty-three shops, many in historic buildings, including some of America's best antiques and vintage stores, galleries, eateries, candy factory and garden shop. Visit the Old Aurora Colony Museum for a self-guided tour in this five-building mid-19th century complex with herb garden & furnished houses surrounded by a white picket fence. More
Willamette Valley , Aurora , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Historic Canby Ferry
Open daily 6:45am-9:15pm. Cross more than the Willamette on this historic ferry – cross the years as well. One of only 3 operating vehicle ferries left in Oregon. If more information is needed after calling the 24 hour number, call 503-557-6391. More
Oregon Korean War Memorial
Remember the forgotten war by visiting the Korean War Memorial. Made of carnelian granite and donor bricks, it's dedicated to the 60,000 Oregonians who fought from 1950-1953, including Oregon's only Medal of Honor recipient. Carved with the names of 298 Oregon servicemen who gave their lives and set in an open park with flags of the US, republic of Korea, United Nations and State of Oregon overhead, it is a wonderful setting to experience history. More
Old Willamette Walking Tour
Points of interest in historic Willamette neighborhood of West Linn. More
Portland Region , West Linn , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Aurora Colony Black Walnut – Heritage Tree
This black walnut was planted c. 1884 by the Zimmerman family who were prominent members of the Aurora Colony. Early Aurora settlers were talented and industrious. Their products gained a wide reputation for excellence during the early days of Willamette Valley settlement. As a carpenter, Christian Zimmerman helped build the village and likely planted the tree and others like it for the valuable hardwood. Located at the corner of Liberty Street at 3rd Street, Aurora More
R.V. Short Fir – Heritage Tree
When most other Douglas fir was logged to create farmland, this fir remained as a landmark on the 640-acre Donation Land Claim of Robert Valentine Short. A land surveyor, R.V. Short surveyed claims throughout the northern Willamette Valley, and in 1850 created the first plat of Portland. He was a member of the first Oregon Constitutional Convention, the first Yamhill County surveyor, and a state legislator. Located in Merryfield City Park, Wilsonville More
Public Murals in Downtown Oregon City
Located on buildings throughout downtown and inside elevator at the top. More
Ermatinger House and Living History Tea and Textile Museum
Please call to schedule a visit. Built in 1845, this is the oldest house in Clackamas County. Asa Lovejoy and Francis W. Pettygrove flipped a coin here to decide the name of the city that is now Portland. Experience living history teas. More
Benedictine Sisters' Sequoia – Heritage Tree
The Benedictine Sisters of Mt. Angel were established in Oregon in 1882 by a small group of Sisters from Switzerland. In 1887 construction was started on the Monastery. This giant sequoia was planted in 1893 by Sister Protasia Schindler, one of the first American women to enter the religious community. She found the seedling beside the railroad tracks and planted it very close to the Monastery not knowing what type of tree it was and how large it could grow. Located at Queen of Angels... More
Willamette Valley , Mount Angel , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Rose Farm
Open April-November, Sundays 1pm-4pm. This is the home where Oregon was first declared a territory in 1849. Its another of our treasured sites on the National Register of Historic Places. More
Provisional Government Park Cottonwood – Heritage Tree
This black cottonwood is prominent in photographs taken in 1900 and 1901 to document where the vote for a Provisional Government in Oregon took place. Francis X. Matthieu, the last living participant of the 1843 vote, is shown setting the location of this site in 1900 and unveiling the monument here in the ceremony of 1901. The area around the monument is believed to be the first land purchased by the State for a public park and was originally called Provisional Government Park. Located in... More
Willamette Valley , St. Paul , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Oregon City Municipal Elevator
At 130 feet high, the Oregon City Municipal Elevator offers the best view in Oregon City. The upper level is complemented by murals of historic Oregon City. Built in 1915, it is one of only four municipal elevators in the world and the only "vertical street" in North America. Locals call it "Elevator Street." Open Monday-Saturday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. More
Newell Pioneer Village
Small event or meeting space overlooking Champoeg State Heritage Area. Maximum occupancy 50. Outdoor garden space suitable for family gatherings for up to 100 guests. More
Baker Cabin and Pioneer Church
'Open every other Saturday from June-September or by appointment. The only cantilevered log house in Oregon, built in 1856 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On the same grounds, you will find the historic 1895 Pioneer Church built by German Methodist immigrants and later moved to its present site. More
McLoughlin House
The home opened as a museum in 1910, and it continues to draw thousands of visitors each year from all over the world. It is one of several historic homes in Oregon City which are open to the public. These sites include the Barclay House (which is part of the McLoughlin House Unit of Fort Vancouver National Historic Site) and the Rose Farm, where the first Oregon Territorial Legislature met in July 1849. Authentic furnishings, artifacts, and early photos take visitors back 150 years to... More
Oswego Heritage Council and Oswego Heritage House
Open Monday-Friday 10am-12pm & 1:00pm-4:00pm. Restored 1928 colonial first used by developers of Oswego. Revolving historic exhibits as well as art shows. Available for facility rentals. More
Portland Region , Lake Oswego , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Stevens Crawford Heritage House
Step back in time with a visit to the Stevens Crawford Heritage House! This house, built in 1908 is a beautiful preserved example of the kinds of homes that once populated Oregon City. The three story house contains 15 furnished rooms and offers a complete look at how people lived the turn of the century. With it's fully furnished dining room, kitchen, office, sewing room and nursery, visitors are treated to the rare artifacts passed down through generations of family. Stevens Crawford House also boasts... More
Queen of Angels Monastery
The Benedictine Sisters Community was founded in 1882 and their historic Monastery was built in 1887. Self-guided and guided tours available. Gift Shop. More
Mount Angel Abbey
Founded in 1882, Mount Angel Abbey is a Benedictine Monastery. Visitors may join the Monks in prayer, stroll the grounds, and visit the Alvar Aalto Library and modest museum. More
Willamette Valley , St. Benedict , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Nyberg Chestnut – Heritage Tree
John Nyberg, a young Swedish immigrant came to Oregon in 1895 and planted 150 trees – including this chestnut – on his property along the Tualatin River. The building of the Interstate-5 freeway in the early 1950s destroyed most of those trees. But when the bull-dozer came to topple the chestnut, John Nyberg stood in front of the tree and successfully stopped the bulldozer. The I-5 freeway was being widened in 1972 and again, the chestnut tree was scheduled for removal. This time, John's son... More
Portland Region , Tualatin , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail ,
Mt. Angel Glockenspiel
A centerpiece in Mt. Angel, the glockenspiel showcases the town's proud Swiss-German heritage. (Every September, the community hosts the Pacific Northwest's largest Oktoberfest.) The Glockenspiel plays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. daily. This is a stop off the Silver Falls Tour Route. More
Oregon City Walking Tour
Walking tour of historic district, including home of Dr. John McLoughlin and the Promenade. Brochure available at the Visitor Center. More
This Benedictine Abbey, founded by Swiss monks in 1882, is on a wooded hilltop that overlooks the town of Mt. Angel. On a summer hike along the paved Abbey walk you are likely to be greeted by Western Wood-Pewee, Swainson's Thrush, and Bullock's Oriole, with a good variety of warblers in migration. Open oak woodland habitats preserve native wildflowers along with Chipping Sparrow, Lazuli Bunting, and Western Bluebird. White-breasted Nuthatch, Downy Woodpecker and Brown Creeper are here year-round. Visit website for information on visiting for... More
Alvar Aalto Library
Alvar Aalto's Library was completed in 1970, and contains three stories and a mezzanine. The entire library except for the bottom floor is covered in natural light, and can seat 200 patrons. More