[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2024-01-12
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Oregon Heritage News 2024-01-12
In this Issue:
* One week left to submit nominations for the 2024 Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards!
* Opportunity to recognize your volunteer at the statewide level
* Announcing the Groundbreaker Plenary Speakers of the 2024 Oregon Heritage Conference (….drumroll please….)
* Oregon Heritage Commission to meet Jan. 21-22 and seeks to fill vacancy
* New Releases from the National Register of Historic Places
* Save the Dates for the 2024 Archaeology Roadshows
* AASLH Leadership in Excellence Awards information webinar, Jan. 18
* Webinar – How to Deaccession, Feb. 1, 12pm
* Interested in serving on the Oregon Tourism Commission?
* Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation seeks archaeologists
* National news items of heritage interest
* Oregon Historical Society seeks Photograph Collections Assistant
* And last but not least - 2023 Recap from Oregon Heritage
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One week left to submit nominations for the 2024 Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards!
The Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Awards.aspx#one> recognize individuals, organizations and projects for outstanding efforts on behalf of Oregon heritage, drawing public attention to these efforts, and raising the quality of heritage‐oriented activities. Awards will be presented during the 2024 Oregon Heritage Conference April 17-20 in Forest Grove. The awards are presented by Oregon Heritage, a division of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department that houses the Oregon Heritage Commission and the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office.
The Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards honor those that have made the most of available resources and skills and are given for exceptional and meritorious work by organizations or individuals. Nominations are encouraged for organizations and projects of all sizes and heritage purposes and for volunteers and professionals from all heritage sectors. The Sally Donovan Award for Historic Cemeteries will specifically be awarded for excellence in work preserving Oregon historic cemeteries. In 2022 the Standout Heritage Volunteer category was added and is the only non-competitive category.
Action over and above the ordinary call of duty is an award prerequisite. Special consideration is given to the development of new ideas, approaches and innovations. The mere fulfillment of routine functions does not justify an award. Previous award winners will be honored a second time only if their new work represents a major improvement above the level for which they were previously honored. View past award winners and projects here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/awards.aspx#one>.
Awards timeline
* Deadline: January 18, 2024, 11:59 p.m.
* Notification: Late February
* Awards presentation event: April 18, during the 2024 Oregon Heritage Conference in Forest Grove
Categories & selection process
Award categories and criteria and nomination information specific to each category can be found in the awards guidelines here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Awards.aspx#one>.
* Competitive Categories: Individual, Organization, Project, and the Sally Donovan Award for Historic Cemeteries
* Non-Competitive Category: Standout Heritage Volunteer
How to submit a nomination
Nominations will be submitted online using our grant application system. APPLICATION UPDATE - PLEASE READ! It's come to our attention there is an issue with uploading multiple attachments. Please do not let this limit your supporting material because it is critical for these applications. There are two ways to add multiple attachments:
* Turn your files into PDF's and combine them into one PDF file
* OR email any additional material to katie.henry at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:katie.henry at oprd.oregon.gov> and it can be attached on the back end.
For more information
Contact Katie Henry, Oregon Heritage Commission Coordinator, at katie.henry at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:katie.henry at oprd.oregon.gov> or 503-877-8834.
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Opportunity to recognize your volunteer at the statewide level
We recognize that volunteers are the backbone of heritage preservation work in Oregon and want to celebrate those standout volunteers that have contributed their time and skills to help your organization persist and thrive. This is a non-competitive category and volunteers that are nominated will be recognized in a compilation video that will be viewed at the Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards event during the 2024 Oregon Heritage Conference. Those nominated will also receive a certificate.
To nominate a volunteer, please email the following to Katie.Henry at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:Katie.Henry at oprd.oregon.gov>:
* Name of the Volunteer
* Name of entity or organization for which they volunteer
* 1-2 sentences about their contribution to the work of the entity or organization
* A photo of the volunteer
Nominations for this category will be accepted up until Jan. 26.
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Announcing the Groundbreaker Plenary Speakers of the 2024 Oregon Heritage Conference (….drumroll please….)
Breaking ground on the first in-person Oregon Heritage Conference since 2018 are podcasters, Martha Barnette and Grant Barett from A Way with Words<https://www.waywordradio.org/podcasts>. This energetic duo features multilingual author on word-origins, Martha paired with the linguistic and lexicographic skills of Grant, to explore the use of language and how words change throughout time. On Thursday morning of the conference, their plenary session will look at the importance of words, language and how we use it. In today’s modern era, it’s important to be aware of language history and the origins and impacts of the terms we use. Martha and Grant will help us all break that down just a little bit more and kick off the conference with thoughtful and engaging conversation!
Want a teaser for the conference? Check out their most recent podcast called ‘Niblings & Nieflings’<https://www.waywordradio.org/niblings-and-nieflings/>!
For more information about the 2024 Oregon Heritage Conference, visit here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/heritageconference.aspx>.
Other Conference Opportunities currently open:
* Sponsorship opportunities<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/conferences-%26-workshops.aspx#sponsorship>
* Poster Session Proposals<https://forms.office.com/g/8gtE9YdDGu>
* Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Awards.aspx#one>
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Oregon Heritage Commission to meet Jan. 21-22 and seeks to fill vacancy
The Oregon Heritage Commission will meet Jan. 21-22 on the North Coast. The agenda includes tours in the local area on Jan. 21 and a business meeting at the Cannon Beach Historical Society on Jan. 22.
The hybrid business meeting will include a presentation by the Oregon Black Pioneers, an update on the 2024 Oregon Heritage Vitality Study, a presentation by the Siletz Tribal Arts & Culture Society on the museum, Ghii Dee-ne Dvn (A Place for the People), and more. To view the full meeting agenda or to register to attend the business meeting virtually, visit https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Commissions.aspx#OHC.
This meeting is open to the public and there is an opportunity for public comment.
There is currently an appointed position vacancy on the Oregon Heritage Commission and two positions that will be vacant in June. The Heritage Commission is especially seeking members with knowledge and experience related to community institutions, heritage tourism, or education/higher education and who have experience working with diverse cultural groups. The Commission seeks applications from those that live in the Southern Oregon, Central Oregon, and Willamette Valley area.
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>.
To request appointment, go to Governor Tina Kotek’s Boards and Commissions webpage at https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Pages/board-list.aspx.
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New Releases from the National Register of Historic Places
The National Register of Historic Places has revised and released its photo guidance. You will find it here: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationalregister/upload/NR-NHL-photo-policy-2024-01-02.pdf
And the latest issue of the Best Practices Review—this one looks at the application of Criterion A to places significant for culture—is now available at https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationalregister/upload/BPR_Criterion-A_2024-01-09-508.pdf
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Save the Dates for the 2024 Archaeology Roadshows
The Archaeology Roadshow is a large-scale public outreach event held on Portland State University campus and in other communities in Oregon, designed to promote stewardship of Oregon’s heritage and educate adults and children about the value of archaeology to all citizens. The fair-like experience brings together community organizations (Tribes, federal and state agencies, private companies, avocational organizations), and PSU students and faculty who host hands-on activities that relate to heritage, science, and Indigenous history and contemporary Tribal interests in our region. The Roadshow grew out of a 2012 Public Archaeology class project that took place in PSU’s Cramer Hall and attracted 180 visitors. We have since grown in many ways — including providing support to partners in Harney County, Bend, and in 2023, The Dalles, Oregon to host Roadshow events in their communities. We hope to expand to other communities in the future.
Locations & Dates:
Portland: PSU Campus - Saturday, May 11th
Central Oregon: Deschutes Historical Museum in Bend - Saturday, May 18th
Harney County: Hines Park in Burns/Hines - Saturday, June 22nd
The Dalles: The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center -& Museum - in the fall, date TBD
The 2024 theme is “The Archaeology of Food''. Learn more about the Roadshow and opportunities to sponsor, participate as an exhibitor, or just when and where to show up to learn and enjoy by visiting here<https://archaeologyroadshow.org/about-the-archaeology-roadshow/>.
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AASLH Leadership in Excellence Awards information webinar, Jan. 18
Free Webinar
Introduction to the AASLH Awards Program
Thursday, January 18 at 3 p.m. Eastern
Register here<https://learn.aaslh.org/products/introduction-to-the-aaslh-awards-program-live-webinar>
Since 1945, AASLH has given Leadership in History Awards to establish and encourage standards of excellence in the collection, preservation, and interpretation of state and local history in order to make the past more meaningful to all people. We offer awards for many different types of projects, including publications, exhibits, public programming, and more. Award winners come from all over the country, from organizations of all kinds, sizes, and budgets.
Our awards program, with the exception of the Publications category, is non-competitive, meaning nominations are not in competition with others for a finite amount of awards. We encourage nominations from small and all-volunteer organizations, and a national committee of awards representatives in most states are ready to assist with every step of the process.
Join the free informational webinar with AASLH's Senior Manager, Professional Development and Publications Aja Bain and the 2024 National Awards Committee Chair Jason Crabill of the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio on January 18 at 3 p.m. Eastern to learn more about this awards program and how to put together nominations. Applications for the 2024 awards season are due March 1.
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Webinar – How to Deaccession, Feb. 1, 12pm
Relicura Webinar on How to Deaccession, Feb. 1, 12pm.
Deaccessioning is a hot topic and one that’s come up with increasing frequency as the museum and archives fields reconsider the shape of their collections. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are driving change at all levels, including what we collect and how, and inspiring new areas of acquisition. At the same time, many institutions continue to grapple with limited resources. Both realities are serving as a vice and are forcing deaccessioning to the forefront for many collection managers. While deaccessioning is a healthy activity for any collection, the act of disposing of anything can seem taboo and carries the risk of upsetting stakeholders if not handled with care. This webinar will walk through how we got here, and why deaccessioning is an important aspect of our work. We’ll then cover deaccession principles, constructing a policy, and how to gently handle the feelings that can come with the act of disposal.
Register here.<https://www.relicura.com/webinar-registration-page>
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Interested in serving on the Oregon Tourism Commission?
The Oregon Tourism Commission (OTC) is a nine-person, governor-appointed board that oversees and approves the budget and strategic plan that directs the actions of the Travel Oregon staff. Those appointed to the commission include: three tourism promotion representatives, five lodging representatives and one public-at-large representative. Commissioners are appointed to four-year terms and are eligible to serve two terms. The chair and vice-chair of the commission are confirmed on an annual basis via recommendation from an appointed commission nominating committee.
For those interested in serving on the Commission, the new Executive Appointment Electronic Application process is now available through Workday.
All inquiries regarding the application process should be made directly to the Governor’s Executive Appointments Office at executive.appointments at oregon.gov<mailto:executive.appointments at oregon.gov>.
For more information about the Governor’s Executive Appointment process and to learn how to apply, visit the Boards & Commissions page<https://t.e2ma.net/click/lo8lfn/x162xs/lgqufnd>.
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Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation seeks archaeologists
Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) seeks four archaeologists:
CTUIR - *Revised* Archaeologist I/Archaeologist II (3 positions)<https://ctuir.org/career-opportunities/starrevisedstar-archaeologist-iarchaeologist-ii-3-positions/>
CTUIR - *Revised* Field Archaeologist<https://ctuir.org/career-opportunities/starrevisedstar-field-archaeologist/>
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Oregon Historical Society seeks Photograph Collections Assistant
The Photograph Collections Assistant works closely with the Photographs Librarian to assist with surveying, processing, cataloging and maintenance of the OHS research library’s photographic collections. This full-time position is a part of the OHS collective bargaining unit.
Learn more and apply now<https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/a1a12960-28c8-4651-b777-9367c20e39f6/Oregon-Historical-Society>
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National news items of heritage interest
* Interior Department Announces Final Rule for Implementation of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act<https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-announces-final-rule-implementation-native-american-graves>
* Secretary Haaland Announces National Park Service to Collaborate with Tribes on Theme Study of Native American History<https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/secretary-haaland-announces-national-park-service-to-collaborate-with-tribes-on-theme-study-of-native-american-history.htm>
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2023 Recap from Oregon Heritage
Throughout the year, Oregon Heritage has the privilege of having a front row seat to the work that all of you are doing throughout the state to preserve Oregon’s heritage. Our goal is to help you do that work in any way we can, whether it be through technical assistance, grants, tools, data, mechanisms, celebration, and opportunities; or just to listen and be supportive.
Each year we try to capture a snapshot of that effort using the information from our programs, but it does not adequately capture the amount of work and the heart and passion of all of you on the ground doing the work. Here are some highlights, validation, and hopefully some inspiration moving into 2024.
Project Review
* 275 Archaeology permits were issued and 1059 compliance review letters were issued to help determine if a project will have impacts on properties of historic significance thus protecting these resources
* 19 Memorandum of Agreements and 5 Programmatic Agreements were signed allowing partners to complete preservation, education, and documentation projects that address or minimize negative impacts to historic resources while also streamlining processes
Document
* 198,389 acres were surveyed that resulted in the documentation of 4,548 historic sites. Of the 4,548 sites, 4,003 were archaeology sites which are not available to the general public to view in the database in order to protect cultural resources. 545 were built sites that will be added to the Historic Sites Database<http://heritagedata.prd.state.or.us/historic/>.
Designation
* Oregon had 10 listings in the National Register of Historic Place which included 9 individual properties and one Multiple Property Document (MPD). The listings included:
* Cahill-Nordstrom Farm, Unincorporated Clatsop County
* Liberty Theatre, North Bend, Coos Count
* Springfield High School, Springfield, Lane County
* Riverside Community Hall, Albany vcty, Linn County
* Oregon National Guard Armories, 1888-1978 MPD, Statewide
* Jim Pepper House, Portland, Multnomah County
* J. J. and Hazel Parker House, Portland, Multnomah County
* Dr. John D. Marshall Building, Portland, Multnomah County
* Wasco Warehouse & Milling Company Hydroelectric Project Historic District (White River Falls State Park), Tygh Valley, Wasco County
* Portland Golf Club Clubhouse and Golf, Portland, Washington County
* Oregon Main Street<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/OMS.aspx> bumped up its total communities in the network from 100 to 115.
* Due to success of a 2022 pilot project, in 2023 Oregon Main Street added the Rural Regional Main Street Hub to the Oregon Main Street Network structure to provide an avenue for small towns to move forward with their downtown revitalization efforts. This model is also stirring interest in other states and at the national level.
Engagement
* Independence hosted the 2023 Oregon Main Street saw the most attendees in the history of the conference. Participants convened to get inspiration on how to moves from ideas to implementation in their efforts to enhance the vitality of traditional commercial districts.
* The 2023 Virtual Oregon Heritage Summit focused on investing in volunteers and 12 lucky attendees received a mini-grant for their organization to carry out a volunteer appreciation activity. Resulting activities included appreciation means and events, swag, supplies, and awards for their volunteers.
* 4 Heritage All-Star Communities<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/heritage-designations.aspx> received a grant to help them protect and promote their communities heritage resources.
* 6 Heritage Tradition Events<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Heritage-Designations.aspx> made use of a grant to aid them in their promotion efforts and all 27 designated Heritage Tradition Events were promoted through a Here is Oregon campaign.
* Oregon Heritage/SHPO launched a project to develop the historic context and National Register nomination for Oregon’s women’s history. Learn more about that project here<•%09https:/oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2023/10/26/oregon-womens-history-project-2/>.
* The 2023 Fall Workshop on organizational planning worked its way across the state to four locations, Baker City, McMinnville, Woodburn, Lincoln City, in addition to a virtual location. For the first time we offered a dual language workshop and learned a lot in the process. If you missed the workshop, stay tuned for an upcoming Heritage Bulletin based on the workshop materials.
* Oregon Heritage expanded it’s social media presence to included LinkedIn. You can follow our LinkedIn updates here<https://www.linkedin.com/company/oregon-parks-and-recreation-department/>.
* We redesigned the Oregon Heritage Bulletins so check them out here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/TechnicalResources.aspx> when you have a chance. Since it’s the start of a new year, a good one to check out relates to Board Agendas<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/HB36_BoardAgendas2.pdf> and ideas for incorporating critical things like budget, policy review, board development, and more throughout the year in small manageable ways.
* Oregon Main Street developed a Policies and Procedures manual<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/OMS%20Policies%20and%20Procedures%20-%20WEB.pdf> to continue its effort to help boards strengthen their organization foundation.
* For the 2022/23 Oregon Heritage MentorCorps<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/mentorcorps.aspx> cycle we supported 10 organizations with mentors to help project plan, provide training and resources, and assess and prioritize needs.
* The Oregon Heritage Exchange top four most read posts:
* “Little” Joe Monahan<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2022/06/10/little-joe-monahan/>
* Showing the Love for Historic Theaters<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2023/02/14/showing-the-love-for-historic-theaters/>
* The Gilchrist Timber Company Story Online<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2014/08/08/the-gilchrist-timber-company-story-online/>
* Archaeology at the Willamette Heritage Center and Willamette University<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2022/10/04/archaeology-at-the-willamette-heritage-center-and-willamette-university/>
Preserve
* The Oregon Heritage Commission launched the 2024 Oregon Heritage Vitality Study<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/tools.aspx>. We will need your help so be sure to fill out the survey coming out Jan. 22!
* The Oregon Heritage Commission released a new resource, The Heritage Organization's Guide to Creating & Cleaning Up Collection Information<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/TechnicalResources.aspx#datacleanup>, to help organizations figure out where to start in creating or cleaning up their collection information. The guide also includes a case study of an organization plan to clean up their Past Perfect database.
* Northwest Digital Heritage<https://nwdh.dp.la/> now includes over 650,000 digital records from over 225 collecting organizations across the pacific northwest. A pilot was carried out to continue work on developing a process to provide a service of online hosting of collections for those that need it.
* FEMA awarded a grant to long-time partners at the University of Oregon, Institute for Policy Research and Engagement in partnership with Oregon Heritage. The team will assist Oregon Heritage All-Star Communities in developing community-wide disaster resilience plans for heritage resources over the next three years.
* Three active permits for work being done in abandoned historic cemeteries. More information on this process and Oregon Historic Cemeteries can be found here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Historic-Cemeteries-Program.aspx>.
* Oregon Heritage was able to award a total of $6,172,619 through the several grant programs, highlights are below:
* Oregon Main Street grant program awarded nearly $5,000,000 to 27 projects in Main Street communities for building projects that encourage economic revitalization.
* Historic Cemeteries grant program awarded $62,360 to 14 historic cemetery projects.
* Oregon Museum grant program awarded $77,582 to 12 museums throughout the state.
* 18 grants totaling $2276,181 were awarded for historic properties and archaeology projects. Five of the grants were awarded in the Diamonds in the Rough category (see some examples of projects here<https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/tag/diamonds-in-the-rough/>). This grant funds façade enhancements that restore the historic character of the property. The other 13 grants were in the Preserving Oregon category for properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places and for archaeology projects.
Celebrate
* 10 Excellence on Main Awards<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/awards.aspx> were awarded and celebrated at the 2023 Oregon Main Street Conference. (even though this is a list of 2023 stuff, don’t forget that nominations are open NOW for the 2024 Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Awards.aspx#one>).
* At least two Oregon projects were recognized nationally:
* The Oregon Chinese Diaspora Project (OCDP) was honored with the National Trust/Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Award for Federal Partnerships in Historic Preservation during the N-ational Trust for Historic Preservation’s annual PastForward Conference (see a video of the project here<https://youtu.be/Urw4LYYoBO8>).
* The Vanport Mosaic Project received a Leadership in History award from the American Association for State and Local History Leadership in History.
Hopefully all of you took some time and the end of the year to celebrate the successes of your organizations and accomplishments. We have seen some great examples of Annual Reports documenting the hard work your organizations have done over the year. These are a great tool to share your organizations’ impact. The Oregon Heritage Commission’s Sharing the Value of Heritage Toolkit<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/tools.aspx> can also help with messages and data related to the statewide impact of your work.
As Oregon Heritage moves forward into 2024, we have some new faces in our office. Josh Henderson is working on archaeology survey and inventory, Mary Newcomb is helping support the administrative aspects of our whole team, and Val Ballestrem will be providing support to our preservation programs. We will continue adding to our staff as we move into 2024 so look for those introductions in the Heritage News.
We are very much looking forward to seeing many of you at the 2024 Oregon Heritage Conference<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/heritageconference.aspx>, April 17-20, in Forest Grove. This is our first in person Heritage Conference since 2018 and we are very excited to spend some time making space for important conservations related to heritage preservation work in Oregon.
Happy New Year!
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Oregon Heritage News is a service of Oregon Heritage, a division of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department that includes the State Historic Preservation Office. Learn more about our programs at www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org/>. The news editor can be contacted at heritage.info at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:heritage.info at oprd.oregon.gov>.
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