Presented by Kathryn Sinor, uncover the incredible story involving one Lake Oswego man, multiple women, and 306 love letters sent over the course of two years in "Burn After Reading: Oswego Love Letters from 1919 - 1921". In 2020, a collection of love letters was discovered in the attic of a historic house in Lake […]
In this lecture by author Linda Ziedrich, discover the roots of the Pacific coast fruit industry and how the Lewelling brothers hauled a wagonload of fruit trees from Iowa in 1847 and planted the first grafted-fruit orchard in Oregon Country. Learn their fascinating history, not just horticulturists, but also as abolitionists, gold miners, and Quakers-turned-Spiritualists. […]
To celebrate the United State's 250th's anniversary, the Museum of the Oregon Territory will offer FREE ADMISSION to visitors on Friday, July 3, 2026! Come and see our newest exhibits, such as "Land & People of the Willamette Valley: A History Shaped by River," and "Jennings Lodge Camp: A Gathering of Faith, Community, and Revival." […]
On Friday and Saturday, August 14 and 15, 2026, CCHS will host its Annual Fundraiser Yard Sale. The proceeds go directly to CCHS and help us in our efforts to preserve, collect, and interpret Clackamas County history! And we have an exciting announcement: we will have LIVE music featuring local bands! On Saturday, August 15, […]
On Friday and Saturday, August 14 and 15, 2026, CCHS will host its Annual Fundraiser Yard Sale. The proceeds go directly to CCHS and help us in our efforts to preserve, collect, and interpret Clackamas County history! And we have an exciting announcement: we will have LIVE music featuring local bands! On Saturday, August 15, […]
