[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2023-05-12

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Oregon Heritage News 2023-05-12
In this Issue

  *   Oregon Heritage Commission to meet online May 22
  *   Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries to meet online May 22
  *   Historic cemetery preservation workshop June 17 in Coos Bay
  *   AASLH self assessment program (STEPS) orientation May 17
  *   Recommendations for Improving the Recognition of Historic Properties of Importance to All Americans
  *   Oregon Museums Association now accepting proposals for 2023 Annual Conference
  *   14 ways to make fundraising events more community-centric
  *   Travel Oregon’s 2023-2025 Draft Strategic Plan released
  *   AAM Blog: 4 Ideas to Create Linguistic Accessibility at Museums
  *   May National Historical Preservation Month events happening in Oregon


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Oregon Heritage Commission to meet online May 22
The Oregon Heritage Commission will meet May 22 online. The business meeting will include museum grant recommendations, an update on Northwest Digital Heritage projects to help improve access to digitization of collections, a presentation by OSHA on a federal museum collections initiative, a presentation by the State Librarian on the State Library of Oregon strategic plan, and a special presentation on Constructing Hope Pre-Apprenticeship Program’s Oregon Heritage Grant project: Building Legacy: BIPOC Construction Trailblazers in Oregon. To view the full agenda and/or to register for the virtual meeting visit here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Commissions.aspx#OHC>.
The Heritage Commission’s nine members represent a diversity of cultural, geographic, and institutional interests. The Commission is the primary agency for coordination of heritage activities in the state. This includes carrying out the Oregon Heritage Plan<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2020_Oregon_Heritage_Plan.pdf>, increasing efficiency and avoiding duplication among interest groups, developing plans for coordination among agencies and organizations, encouraging tourism related to heritage resources, and coordinating statewide anniversary celebrations.
The group meets four-six times per year in changing locations around the state and will offer virtual options to attend meetings. Commissioners are also asked to occasionally participate in meetings or events in their regions and work on other projects outside of meeting time. Appointed Commissioners are reimbursed for their travel and related expenses while conducting official commission business.
More information about the Oregon Heritage Commission is available online at www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org/> and from Commission Coordinator Katie Henry at 503-877-8834 or katie.henry at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:katie.henry at oprd.oregon.gov>.

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Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries to meet online May 22
The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries will meet via online meeting on May 22 at 1:00 p.m. The primary agenda item is approval of the 2023 Oregon Historic Cemeteries grants. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2023MayOCHCAgenda.pdf> includes an opportunity for public comment. Register<https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a4EZLKDSS4GfSaPsQz1OlA> for the meeting to receive online access information.
State law established the seven-member Commission to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries and gravesites in Oregon; promote public education on the significance of historic cemeteries; and help obtain financial and technical assistance for restoring, improving and maintaining their appearances. For more information about commission activities, contact coordinator Kuri Gill at 503-986-0685 or by e-mail at kuri.gill at oregon.gov<mailto:kuri.gill at oregon.gov>.
Special accommodations for the meeting - including translation services - may be made by calling (503) 986‐0690 at least 72 hours prior to the start of the meeting.
For call-in details and the agenda or more information about the commission, visit www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org/>.

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Historic cemetery preservation workshop June 17 in Coos Bay
A historic cemetery preservation workshop will be June 17, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery, 10th and Ingersoll in Coos Bay. The workshop will include cemetery marker evaluation, cleaning, resetting, and repair. It is FREE, but registration<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mmk_qnz6tEegzqWYytFhz6rvnEfO1C1NqVwFob07LS9UOU5IUU5JVUZQSlI4VTlSNkw5Q0hNMlhIVy4u> is required.  There is a limit of 20 participants. The workshop is presented by Dave Pinyerd and Bernadette Niederer of Historic Preservation Northwest and sponsored by the Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC), Marshfield High School, and the City of Coos Bay.
Tools will be provided for this hands-on workshop. Participants should bring their lunch, snacks, water to drink, a stool or folding chair to sit on, gloves, a hat, sunscreen, appropriate clothing, comfortable shoes, a pen and note pad, and camera if they want to take photos during the workshop. The workshop will take place rain or shine.
State law established the seven-member Commission <https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Commissions.aspx#OCHC> to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries and gravesites in Oregon; promote public education on the significance of historic cemeteries; and help obtain financial and technical assistance for restoring, improving and maintaining their appearances. For more information about commission activities, contact coordinator Kuri Gill at 503-986-0685 or by e-mail at kuri.gill at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:kuri.gill at oprd.oregon.gov>.

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AASLH self-assessment program (STEPS) orientation May 17
The Standards and Excellence Program for History Organizations (STEPS) is AASLH’s self-study, self-paced assessment program designed specifically for small- to mid-sized history organizations, including volunteer-run institutions. The program is divided into six sections and can help you move your organization forward in several ways, from revitalizing your board, writing a new mission statement, addressing community engagement, managing collections, and more.

Now is a great time to enroll in STEPS.<https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Flearn.aaslh.org%2Fp%2Fsteps-enrollment/1/0100018801ffdc0f-fae51c55-6783-44e3-9b19-4130d1b3fa06-000000/CP7IUQu6b11l43m1e0enEYf5DUg=321> We’re holding a free orientation webinar on Wednesday, May 17 at 3 p.m. Eastern. Register here.<https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Flearn.aaslh.org%2Fproducts%2Flive-webinar-member-orientation-may-2023/2/0100018801ffdc0f-fae51c55-6783-44e3-9b19-4130d1b3fa06-000000/T4yrSKFPEbVuIGASyt65EAIgmQU=321> This webinar is an opportunity to understand how your organization can get started with STEPS. We’ll share examples of organizations that have successfully used the program to make meaningful changes. Your organization must be an institutional member of AASLH to enroll in STEPS. Participation in the webinar is open to organizations that have enrolled in STEPS.

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Recommendations for Improving the Recognition of Historic Properties of Importance to All Americans
The following statement was taken from https://ncshpo.org/issues/nhdac/
“The National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) is the nation’s primary mechanism for identifying and designating historic places that are significant and worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the program is managed by the National Park Service and administered by each state and territory through its State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). Despite its nearly 100,000 listings, however, the NRHP is consistently misunderstood by its biggest constituency: the American public. Most of the misunderstandings are centered around the expectation that listing in the NRHP offers protection and regulation, when in reality, it was designed to encourage preservation by recognition and commemoration.
Not only is the NRHP misunderstood, but it has also not been widely used to recognize places of importance to many Americans whose history, sites, buildings, neighborhoods and cultural touch points may have been for generations intentionally or unintentionally overlooked or not considered. Likewise, as a tool for preserving the sacred places of sovereign indigenous tribes and organizations, the NRHP has not always been wholly successful at fostering preservation because recognition may bring attention to sensitive sites with few actual protections. In recent years, there has been increasing attention related to equity, inclusion, and access concerns within the preservation field, with particular criticism directed at the NRHP and the designation process. As a result, many have started to examine how and whether the listings in the NRHP tell and represent our nation’s full story, and if not, what obstacles prevent it from doing so.
This report is the product of an effort by the National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers (NCSHPO) to examine how we recognize our historic places, with particular attention to the NRHP. The NCSHPO established a National Historic Designation Advisory Committee (NHDAC) in 2021 to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the NRHP’s original established goals, how well those goals are being met, what opportunities to improve overall access and inclusion might exist, and whether new programs may be part of the solution.”
NHDAC Executive Summary<https://ncshpo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/NHDAC-Executive-Summary.pdf>
NHDAC Full Report<https://ncshpo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/NHDAC-Full-Report.pdf>

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Oregon Museums Association now accepting proposals for 2023 Annual Conference
The Oregon Museums Association seeks proposals for sessions and activities for our 2023 Annual Conference<https://www.oregonmuseums.org/EmailTracker/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=KilSCATyqpHD%2fujIXC3ep7hPbuC%2ftDGVQPnTDvUaWDXp%2fV1a3y%2fF56KStV3C8Wd4H0arEyp8eU4BN1mBVcvyhKX7%2baTPLcbQuMyJgyjYPMI%3d> to be held in Bend this September! All session ideas will be considered and all are encouraged to apply.
See details for proposal submission<https://www.oregonmuseums.org/EmailTracker/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=0%2fwDempXUgZl0xAqEokKBPb%2fUa%2box62XWTTUmehCkerxh54%2fRLhoafwuXQyoB4k1NE72MAnvFmb%2bFrBj1atEAyJ9%2fdEU9q1lF312orcPZu8%3d>.
Conference theme: Bending the Rules
The world has felt topsy-turvy for a while now, but in the museum field we are used to imagining beyond the expected. We embrace utilizing our resources, working with partners, and coming up with creative ways to overcome hurdles. Join OMA in Bend in September to explore ideas, programs and practices that bend the rules.
Deadline: Thursday, June 15, 2023
Questions or need technical assistance? Have an idea and want some feedback? Email connect at oregonmuseums.org<mailto:connect at oregonmuseums.org>. We are here to support you in writing a strong proposal and submitting it successfully.

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14 ways to make fundraising events more community-centric
Vu le’s recent post on the NonprofitAF Blog looks at ways to make fundraising events more accessible to the community. Check it out here<https://nonprofitaf.com/2023/05/14-ways-to-make-fundraising-events-more-community-centric/>.

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Travel Oregon’s 2023-2025 Draft Strategic Plan released
Yesterday, Travel Oregon shared the 23-25 Draft Strategic Plan<https://t.e2ma.net/click/xxboql/pv851c/pna257c> online. The public comment period<https://t.e2ma.net/click/xxboql/pv851c/5fb257c> is open to anyone who wants to provide feedback. All comments related to the draft strategic plan and budget must be submitted by May 31.
During the May 18 virtual Oregon Tourism Commission Meeting<https://t.e2ma.net/click/xxboql/pv851c/l8b257c> there will be a review of the draft strategic plan and budget as well as a public hearing. Comments intended to be shared with the commission prior to the meeting are due by 5 p.m. on May 16.
To understand more about the strategic planning and budget development process, visit the industry site<https://t.e2ma.net/click/xxboql/pv851c/10c257c>.
Direct questions to industry at traveloregon.com<mailto:industry at traveloregon.com>.

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AAM Blog: 4 Ideas to Create Linguistic Accessibility at Museums
Of the many potential barriers to access in museum spaces, one that often goes overlooked is language. For people with limited proficiency in English, it can be difficult to enjoy and benefit from a visit as much as a fluent speaker. Here's how some museums are working to change this by going multilingual.

Read more ><https://aam-us.us18.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2605bbc11e6752de338ce7e61&id=f3fc4f20f6&e=0645a66f24>

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May National Historical Preservation Month events happening in Oregon
Here is what’s happening around Oregon for National Historic Preservation Month in May! If you have some events to add to this list, email them to heritage.info at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:heritage.info at oprd.oregon.gov>.
Benton County & Linn County

  *   Benton County Historic Resources Preservation Commission's 2023 theme for celebrating this month is “Windows into the Past - Views to the Future,” which invites you to peer into history for life lessons and appreciation of how things were as a way to see how we can build upon and create what’s coming next. This events schedule is a collaboration between the Benton County and Corvallis Historic Resources Commissions, the Albany Heritage Commission, and PreservationWORKS. https://www.co.benton.or.us/hrc/page/historic-preservation-month
Clackamas County

  *   Oregon City - On May 13 The William L. Holmes House will feature a discuss about “the Legacy of Ruth McBride Powers”. Place:  William L. Holmes House, 536 Holmes Lane, Oregon City, 12 noon to 4 pm
Deschutes County

  *   The Deschutes County Historical Society and our partners celebrate the myriad of ways that historic preservation enhances our quality of life. With a full schedule of events, it is easy to understand why This Place Matters.  A full list of events is available on the Deschutes Historical Museum website at www.deschuteshistory.org/historic-preservation-month/<http://www.deschuteshistory.org/historic-preservation-month/>.
Jackson County

  *   Historic Jacksonville - Take a stroll through history!  At 10 a.m. every Saturday from May 27th through September 2nd, Historic Jacksonville, Inc. will be offering 1-hour guided “Walk through History” tours of Jacksonville’s National Historic Landmark District.  Participants visit government and commercial buildings, fraternal lodges, and homes that capture the stories of the people who transformed a gold rush town into Southern Oregon’s 19th Century social, governmental, and commercial hub.  They learn how gambling money built a church; how the Civil War ended a successful mercantile partnership; how a saloon housed the county’s first museum; how fire reshaped the town; and how a railroad both destroyed the town and preserved it. https://www.historicjacksonville.org<https://www.historicjacksonville.org/>
  *   Butte Falls, Oregon - The Town of Butte Falls, Oregon celebrates Historic Preservation Month on Saturday May 20, 2023 from 12n-4p with a Heritage Hop of five historic sites. Stop in and get stamped at the EW Smith House and Museum, the Old Medco Caboose, the Public Library That Once Was a Hamburger Joint in Medford, the Old Fish Hatchery (now Natural Resources Center) and the Butte Falls Cemetery. Pick up your prize before 4p at the Sugar Pine Company Cafe across from Bill Edmonson's bigger than life size logger sculpture.
  *   Ashland - To celebrate historic preservation month/week, the City of Ashland Historic Preservation Advisory Commission will be holding historic preservation awards, two walking tours, and a self-guided tour of the historic mausoleum at Mountain View Cemetery.   See https://www.ashland.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=15545https://www.ashland.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=15545
Polk County

  *   Brunk Farmstead, located at 5705 Hwy 22 Dallas Salem Hwy, was built in 1861 for Oregon pioneers, Harrison and Emily Brunk. It is one of the oldest two-story homes in Polk County. Today it is a living history museum, owned and maintained by the Polk County Historical Society. The farm’s original granary and privy remain on the property. It was recognized as a Century Farm in 1958 and in 1978, was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Guided tours are available Friday and Saturday on the hour from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, beginning Friday, May 12, 2023.  Email brunkfarmstead at gmail.com<mailto:brunkfarmstead at gmail.com> with questions.
Umatilla County

  *   We are celebrating Historic Preservation Month in Weston!  We hope that you will join us. Window signs and walking tour brochures are being distributed downtown. We have more that we are doing during May. Check out our website for Preservation Month activities:  https://westonoregon.com/
If you sent your event listings and you don’t see them on this list, apologies! Feel free to send them again to heritage.info at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:heritage.info at oprd.oregon.gov>.

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Oregon Heritage News is a service of Oregon Heritage, a division of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. The news editor can be contacted at heritage.info at oregon.gov<mailto:heritage.info at oregon.gov>.
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