[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2025-08-22

Fri Aug 22 17:38:19 PDT 2025

Oregon Heritage News 2025-08-22
In this Issue:

  *   Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries seeks to fill vacancies
  *   Historic Window Workshop, Albany, Sept. 19-20
  *   Registration open for AAM virtual Museum Summit, Oct. 15-16
  *   Webinar: Working with Volunteers at Cemeteries, Oct. 7
  *   OHS publishes new Latine History in Oregon Curriculum

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Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries seeks to fill vacancies

The OCHC is seeking two new members, one for the position representing Eastern Oregon and one representing the Portland Metro area.

The commission is seeking members with knowledge related to, or interest in:

  *   cemeteries;
  *   historic preservation;
  *   genealogy;
  *   cultural and burial practices of ethnic groups found in Oregon;
  *   landscape and native plants; and
  *   history.
The OCHC is comprised of seven citizens. It is empowered by the Legislature to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries in Oregon, make recommendations for funding, seek legislative appropriations for historic cemeteries, and assist in the coordination of restoration, renovation and maintenance of historic cemeteries statewide. The commission develops online resources, offers workshops, and promotes the value of historic cemeteries through storytelling.

The group meets four times per year in different locations around the state and online. There may be an occasional additional meeting for extra projects, programs, and grant selection. Commissioners are also asked to organize informal meetings in their regions or work on other projects outside of meeting time. Travel costs are reimbursed.

To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to commission coordinator Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:Kuri.Gill at oprd.oregon.gov> or 503-986-0685. Please include your reasons for wanting to serve on the commission, any skills or knowledge you will bring to its work, and ideas or goals you have for your participation. Please submit your information before September 12, 2025. More information about the Historic Cemeteries program is available online www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org/>.

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Historic Window Workshop, Albany, Sept. 19-20

Campaign for Historic Trades<https://historictrades.org/>, a nonprofit dedicated to hands-on training in traditional preservation is putting on a Historic Window Workshop taking place in Oregon on September 19-20.
This workshop will provide participants with practical, hands-on experience in window preservation techniques, including removal, repair, and finish restoration. It's designed for preservation professionals, historic property owners, and anyone interested in learning about or maintaining the craftsmanship of historic windows.
We would greatly appreciate your help in spreading the word to your network. Registration is currently open, and space is limited, so early sign-up is encouraged.
Workshop Details:

  *   Date: September 19-20
  *   Location: Vintage Window Restoration, Inc.<https://vintagewindowrestorationllc.com/>, 635 NE Water Avenue, Suite C
Albany, OR 97321
  *   Register Here!<https://learn.historictrades.org/products/historic-window-repair-workshop-in-albany-oregon>
  *   Cost/Materials: $400 per person. All materials included.
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Registration open for AAM virtual Museum Summit, Oct. 15-16
Registration is now open for The Museum Summit, AAM's virtual fall event in October. The program includes two days of keynotes, case studies, and practical workshops designed to spark ideas and give you tools you can put into action. The full program is now live-take a look at the schedule to see what's in store.
keynote lineup:

  *   Day 1: Vu Le, writer of Nonprofit AF, on Mission, Values, and the Politics of Pressure
  *   Day 2: Michael D. Smith, former CEO of AmeriCorps and now President & CEO of Eckerd Connects, on The Next Era of Volunteerism
Learn more and register here<https://summit.aam-us.org/register/?utm_source=American+Alliance+of+Museums&utm_campaign=d0f07cd847-MS25_HardLaunch&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_f06e575db6-0317f2d76c-37243273>. Early bird deadline ends Sept. 12.
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Webinar: Working with Volunteers at Cemeteries, Oct. 7
Working with Volunteers at Cemeteries: This webinar on October 7 will outline strategies for organizations to effectively use volunteers for cemetery projects. Learn about finding tasks suitable for various skill levels, communication and recognition, proper safety training, and strategies for recruiting volunteers from relevant community groups like historical societies or genealogy clubs. Register here.<https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.JKc0qhVFcTPfMDenuxAd6APaF8kJiPdYBHWStFkIzvKQSEOdDQiGAEufZIuUJucV-2BhKRmH1mVPjQxkBN-2FTP-2FqbbvrmTmgMswnZwIZgPx83HDSa2OBa83DDpLxEXtXd-2F0HquZ_dQQJK-2Bh2VwYZPbMqkB87WMSaHSrB2Cpyat6DlFx8xgmqbu3irjtssH68i2Qnpd-2Ftibq35njLfGe1RP0eD19dmbA9cViCftexRTalgOeEnBB2M8EWTMPOKM4mmiUdrj7gzn7EERipiYyurokROjDYLrUR2v7C4WjwkIg6lCr-2FX7c1hWdG-2BLy9fosKOKhmiJKRq8PmmTgKEvcxxhcZLaVdLFrIiCqGMQ7ClnM74VdmnnvUysQ846y2hwYomvlM3ICO-2FVxHRQtYrcZ2vdsM78GRzFVVLwowhdi9xqDAaZXJr3zxYZ83C6-2FFMuDhuo1MzHVOSbP3vXgT6AIlxgW3wieesGYO2H0WCxfbDgeJ474g7UH55KniaLH75b8H-2FvpBkViP36OvOaTOon6guofEd6Tq93FIknHHA5JeotFMpzeZAnPt1DgRyUc1OOyLN1uMsgiDPHf-2Fwk0RcBCoUeuS-2FDaYJOw5qJAGC9iMADLBoIqN4xToQzXiBxRPK3y7eI56-2FMVuYm2dHPMOBWfRcyeLF9wRE3lmr3dQ4K83tXTqZx0JC8TxVjr-2BNUymlSkmixpv5xCV5OIHjIn4Y1CjK-2FJ0LssYDihHUgFwpWEMtgsc0AWFgxokIVsMRjYFHeghasg621kOL7ALkztbY90ruGc4FsY62c-2BmkjkAXy73thO8X-2Fw-2FQnU-3D>
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OHS publishes new Latine History in Oregon Curriculum
OHS just published a new curriculum unit for grades 6-12 that explores Latine history in Oregon from early Spanish exploration to Latine youth shaping the 21st century. Created in collaboration with Victor Ochoa, these lessons invite students to engage with themes such as labor, migration, immigration, deportation, civil rights, community building, changing demographics, and activism. Through primary sources, oral histories, and case studies, students analyze events from diverse perspectives, communicate their own ideas, and understand how Latine people have shaped Oregon history. Learn more.<https://www.ohs.org/education/curriculum-and-resources/curriculum/latine-history-in-oregon.cfm>
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