Oregon Historical Society

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1200 SW Park Ave
Portland, OR 97205

The Oregon Historical Society is a premier institution dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich cultural legacy of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. With an extensive collection of photographs, maps, manuscripts, and objects, the Society serves as both a scholarly resource and a public asset, fostering a deep understanding of the past.

Through its dynamic exhibits, educational programming, and digital history projects, the Oregon Historical Society aims to make history accessible and engaging for all. Its missions include advancing knowledge and inspiring curiosity about the diverse people, places, and events that have shaped Oregon's history over the past 125 years.

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Jenna W.
2/9/2025

Wow I was blown away by the quality of the exhibits. Truly a gem of a museum. I learned so much about the different indigenous cultures of Oregon, and there is a really neat exhibit that just...

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Mikhail H.
1/10/2025

I finally made my first visit to the Oregon Historical Society and what a very surprising space. It seems so small on its exterior but, even just the lobby is a pretty grand presentation. I was...

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Mercedes C.
8/5/2024

If you want to learn more about Portland's interesting history and Oregon as a whole- where it offers an insight into what the state was like in the early days, then plan a trip here. Coming to...

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Andrew C.
11/7/2024

Free for Multnomah County residents! That's all I needed to hear, so when I was downtown with some time to kill, off I went. The building itself is a fairly large concrete and glass deal, but in...

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Andi F.
9/23/2024

I am so glad I came! I learned a lot about the history of the city and of the state. I was unaware of a lot of the history, and what I did learn was mainly whitewashed. Not to say this was...

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