[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2025-01-31

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Oregon Heritage News 2025-01-31
In this Issue:

  *   The State of Oregon State Historic Preservation Office announces OregonBuys<https://oregonbuys.gov/bso/>  Solicitation Bid # S-63400-00012691 to collect proposals for the Oregon Women's History Project
  *   ICYMI Oregon Heritage Grants open for applications
  *   Nonprofit Association of Oregon partners with Oregon Heritage for 2025 Oregon Heritage Virtual Summit, April 17-18
  *   Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant shows positive impact across Oregon
  *   Oregon Archaeological Society 2025 online training program
  *   Board & Governance Resources
  *   Call for Proposals to Community-Based Archives
  *   IMLS Launches the First Ever National Museum Survey
  *   Oregon Historical Society Announces New Museum Director, Nicole Yasuhara
  *   Oregon Historical Quarterly request for proposals for special issue "Histories for the Future"
  *   America 250 Oregon Commission to meet Feb. 6, public meeting

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The State of Oregon State Historic Preservation Office announces OregonBuys<https://oregonbuys.gov/bso/> Solicitation Bid # S-63400-00012691 to collect proposals for the Oregon Women's History Project
The purpose of the entire project is to recognize the significant history of women in Oregon through a Multiple Property Submission (MPS), which will include a Multiple Property Document (MPD) and two individual property nominations to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service (NPS). The work will be collaborative between hired consultants and the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and will occur in four phases. This RFP is for Phase 3 Property Discovery and Survey and Phase 4 MPS including two nominations to the National Register of Historic Places.
The purpose of the RFP is to contract for professional services to complete the Phases 3 and possible Contingent Phase 4 of the Project.
Phase 3: Property Discovery & Survey
This phase will document properties related to the themes in Oregon Women's Labor History: A Historic Context Statement 1903-1990, reflect the analyzed data from Phases 1 and 2, and inform the property types and registration requirements of the future statewide MPD.
Phase 3.1: Additional Discovery & Survey
Contingent phase based on funding. It is possible that Phase 3 will not be sufficient to move to Phase 4. In that case a contingent Phase 3.1 will be needed to move forward. This would be additional survey. The number, location, theme, and survey type will be determined following Phase 3 completion.
Phase 4: Multiple Property Submission including 2 nominations to the National Register of Historic Places
Contingent phase based on funding. It is possible that Phase 3 will not be sufficient to move to Phase 4. In that case, a contingent Phase 3.1 will be needed to move forward. This would be additional survey.
The RFP schedule is below:
Pre-offer Conference: Online Teams Meeting
February 10, 2025
2:00 PM
Questions / Requests for Clarification Due
February 13, 2025
2:00 PM
Opening (offer Due)
February 26, 2025
2:00 PM
Issuance of Notice of Award (approx.)
March 7, 2025

*Attendance at the Pre-Offer Conference is not mandatory but suggested by SHPO to understand the Project, its deliverables, and RFP submission process.
During the RFP process, SHPO has designated pone Single point of contact: Winona Butler. If you have any questions; please email Winona Butler at winona.butler at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:winona.butler at oprd.oregon.gov>
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ICYMI Oregon Heritage Grants open for applications
Are you seeking funding for museum, cemetery, archaeology, or historic property projects?
Oregon Heritage has opened applications for several grant programs. The website provides all of the basic information. Free, online workshops are being offered for each program. And Kuri Gill, the grant manager, is available to talk through project ideas and provide support. For grant related questions, translation and accessibility needs, contact her at Kuri.gill at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:Kuri.gill at oprd.oregon.gov> or 503-986-0685.
Diamonds in the Rough Grant - Information<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx#five>
For historic building façade restoration.
Workshop - February 19, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Register<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Z5-BXEgKSiK1r5T01dPZPg>
Oregon Historic Cemeteries Grant - Information<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx#six>
For projects in cemeteries listed with the Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries.
Workshop - February 11, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Register<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BFKOEjw6SDGIx9gnDlYIcg>
Oregon Museum Grant - Information<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx#six>
Museums can apply for collections, interpretation and education, and tourism related projects.
Workshop - February 11, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Register<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/G4m5PAQ_TcWYLrbqj2MpQA>
Preserving Oregon Grant - Information<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx#ten>
To complete preservation work on historic properties and for archaeology projects.
Historic Property Workshop - February 18, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Register<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/dcCiPxQLReO1rFlV-oPfbA>
Archaeology Project Workshop - February 18, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Register<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kWYH5FoGSoerCK1thN2X1g>
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Nonprofit Association of Oregon partners with Oregon Heritage for 2025 Oregon Heritage Virtual Summit, April 17-18
2025 Oregon Heritage Summit
Mobilize Together for Heritage
April 17-18
Online
In partnership with Nonprofit Association of Oregon<https://nonprofitoregon.org/>
In a time where heritage organizations statewide are facing similar ongoing challenges such as funding, capacity, political and community investment, and more, how can these be addressed beyond the individual organization? Heritage organizations are impacted by laws, policies, and budgets at all levels of government and, together as a strong network, have the opportunity and power to influence those decisions to better support heritage preservation and their organizations. Join us as we dive into the role of advocacy in shaping policies and laws and how heritage organizations of all sizes can participate.
The summit will address:

  *   Understanding the impact of advocacy as an individual organization and as a group with shared needs and interests.
  *   Being aware of and taking action to influence related polies, laws, funding, etc.
  *   Discovering mechanisms and organizations that support this work in Oregon and nationally.
  *   Discussing individual organization's internal processes and communications to help determine a decision making path for if, when, and how to engage in this work.
Registration opening mid-February! More information can be found here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Heritage-Summit.aspx>.
Thank you to Summit Sponsors: Oregon State Capitol Foundation<https://oregoncapitolfoundation.org/>
Want to sponsor Oregon Heritage events? Find more information on that here<https://www-auth.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Conferences-&-Workshops.aspx>.
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Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant shows positive impact across Oregon
Since its creation by the Oregon Legislature in 2015, the Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant has supported building projects to stimulate economic vitality in 59 communities.
The local Main Street organizations, that administer the application and grant processes for the local property owners have brought from $53,000 to $900,000 to their communities through the life of the program, which awarded grants in 2017, 2019, 2022 and 2023. And over multiple grants, the City of Reedsport has improved 10 properties and has six more in progress. The results demonstrate that the grant is meeting its purpose to acquire, rehabilitate or construct buildings to facilitate community revitalization.
Even with several projects still in progress, the local benefits are remarkable.

  *   92 buildings improved
  *   101 housing units added
  *   At least 12 vacant buildings filled
  *   5 intentional ADA improvements
  *   7 structure re-enforcement projects
  *   31 façade restoration projects
In the 2023 session, the Oregon legislature approved $10 million for the program. Those funds will be awarded this spring. Learn more about the grant at www.oregonheritage.org. Participating Oregon Main Street organizations must be the applicant and the grant deadline is March 13, 2025. You can also find the Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant results summary on our website<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx>. For additional information contact Kuri Gill at kuri.gill at oprd.oregon.gov or 503-383-6787.
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Oregon Archaeological Society 2025 online training program
Love Archaeology? Want to Learn More and Get Hands on Experience and Field Certification to Volunteer? The Oregon Archaeological Society will again offer our training program online in late winter 2025. Each of our two sections include 3-4 hours of self-paced videos each week, followed by an hour long zoom session with the presenters at the end of each week. Presentations will be taught by experienced regional professionals from organizations such as the U.S. Forest Service, BLM, the City of Salem, the University of Oregon, the Southern Oregon University Laboratory of Anthropology, Willamette University, and Fort Vancouver along with our own experienced volunteers. The first section, Archaeology for the Curious, will be a three-week program highlighting the history of archaeology in the Northwest and offering an overview of prehistoric and historical excavations, rock art, ethics and legal considerations.  Basic Training is a more complete look at the techniques and processes of field and lab work. It is designed to give you the basic knowledge and skills required for volunteering alongside professional archaeologists. Completing the OAS Basic Training program may allow you to have access to volunteer field work opportunities. Basic Training will also offer a day of field exercises later in the spring, and is required for any students who may want to volunteer for certain field work opportunities with OAS and Professional archaeologists.  Please visit https://www.oregonarchaeological.org/training/  for more information and to register. Classes start February 8, 2025 for the 3 week Archaeology for the Curious course, and March 1, 2025 for Basic Training.
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Board & Governance Resources
Some organizational tune-up resources:

  *   Board Job Descriptions | These board member job descriptions<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/Job%20Descriptions%20For%20Board%20Members%20And%20Officers.pdf> are helpful starting points, just remove 'Main Street' language & insert your organization's name, mission, and actionable items.
  *   Board Engagement & Organizational Culture | Ask yourself the tough questions in this Board Training Guide<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/Board%20Training%20Packet%20_Oregon%20Heritage%20Summit_03.07.2019.pdf> to self-assess.
  *   Too Many Ideas? | Does your board struggle prioritizing too many incredible ideas? Adapt this decision-making process<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/Idea%20Process%20Flow%20Chart.pdf> and create an 'idea submission form'<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/Idea%20Submission%20Form.pdf> like this one to keep focused on mission and consider capacity.
  *   Prioritize Projects | Adapt this prioritization template<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/TEMPLATE%20-%20Project%20Rubric%20%26%20Prioritization.xlsx> to your board's needs.

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Call for Proposals to Community-Based Archives
The Mellon Foundation invites applications in the United States and its territories to submit applications for general operating support for community-based archives that represent and serve communities marginalized due to oppression. Applications are due by March 28. Learn more.<https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.-2FSmjcpO7c0puhLZteDUTglhUQ8OugmPNwKz1d6BDX2ch0O-2FxBLshvCL-2FqjerFK7BXozpscKHhfytr9XoPGmxBXCdNRORBDaikaiH1ab-2BcMMRrTVkQ6SeU778y9N-2FKLOvBK_s_dQQJK-2Bh2VwYZPbMqkB87WMSaHSrB2Cpyat6DlFx8xgmqbu3irjtssH68i2Qnpd-2Ftibq35njLfGe1RP0eD19dmbA9cViCftexRTalgOeEnBB2M8EWTMPOKM4mmiUdrj7gzn7EERipiYyurokROjDYLrUR2v7C4WjwkIg6lCr-2FX7c1hWdG-2BLy9fosKOKhmiJKRq8PmmTgKEvcxxhcZLaVdLFrIiCqGMQ7ClnM74VdmnnvUysQ846y2hwYomvlM3ICOfcuK674-2BI7mghuZl0HQdKUtdhoZN-2BRO9ncmwbl4Ip5lW4zTlS3ludOt5jHgtFdeNY-2Fnex-2BK5sIud9xGDY0Pj3d7GgnK9f2KGdnDQNnDr0PlsGiinT6hL1mcoAbXr7WqooK-2BUkeEwcjPtEqeVG7uKaIL1-2FKXM9spzd5ioiWFLAgG5nv5zgHRcvBneV1MMDYj5AeomJuhdTYADYPtuWCNO-2BBuD7t0hVVkDcfzYahtZEBtftj7oOSbJlF-2BGbaUrWAqArqT41jjozVt0UJ0enXjdEd1kOT-2F9KL2aMmr78JAVUSsEKtcTaPnmeUzj8pduSzrel8JnTnlizbwMA2XCD6Z9eRVAqUJKdEDlvlQBWl2YQAO7LDYJCOgv8JJLNs2hyvZy4-2FquYD2tgt4ECvIWBqG-2FS4fH64Z93deXlXI-2BIfTe0F8-3D>
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IMLS Launches the First Ever National Museum Survey
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announced today the launch of the first-ever National Museum Survey (NMS) <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fimls.gov%2Fresearch-evaluation%2Fsurveys%2Fnational-museum-survey-nms%3Futm_campaign=%26utm_content=%26utm_medium=email%26utm_name=20250127%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010194a89899f5-7457ebbe-25da-4e1c-87b3-31aea76f32a8-000000/lXBllXzWN3GSsUu3q-maf1DJk_cud75rRnjCPPywy-o=389> dedicated to understanding the scope and scale of museums' presence and reach within the United States. This survey will help inform the museum field, policymakers, the public, and the media about the social, cultural, educational, and economic role that the nation's museums play in American society.
"Institutions' participation in this survey is vital," said IMLS Deputy Director of the Office of Museum Services Laura Huerta Migus. "By contributing, you help illuminate the powerful role museums play as economic drivers, employers, and guardians of our nation's heritage. Together, we can quantify the impact of museums and strengthen the entire field."
IMLS encourages participation from a variety of types of institutions, including some that may not typically identify themselves as museums such as zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, and arboretums; nature and science centers; history museums and historic sites; art museums; children's museums; natural history museums; and specialized museums.
IMLS expects to release survey results in early summer 2025 both through reports and through a dynamic data portal that will allow institutions to compare their data with their peers' summary results. This marks the first time that the field will have statistically valid national data from which to draw valuable insights, illustrate trends, provide benchmarking, and help inform data-based decisions.
If you received an invitation to participate in the NMS and encounter any issues entering your institution's data please email NMS at imls.gov.<mailto:NMS at imls.gov> Please complete this online form<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fimls.gov1.qualtrics.com%2Fjfe%2Fform%2FSV_5BbIzW2jAKH304m%3Futm_campaign=%26utm_content=%26utm_medium=email%26utm_name=20250127%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010194a89899f5-7457ebbe-25da-4e1c-87b3-31aea76f32a8-000000/35BLV13QcYvhf9tu-80Ah8U2NvoCc9Zeht4OoWwdimw=389> if your institution would like to participate but hasn't already received an invitation.
Visit online at imls.gov/nms<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fimls.gov%2Fnms%3Futm_campaign=%26utm_content=%26utm_medium=email%26utm_name=20250127%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010194a89899f5-7457ebbe-25da-4e1c-87b3-31aea76f32a8-000000/FVRk4PhRylG3OWss0wvivybjw0yw906coyTXgC9GNS8=389> to learn more about the National Museum Survey.
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Oregon Historical Society Announces New Museum Director, Nicole Yasuhara
Oregon Historical Society (OHS) Boyle Family Executive Director Kerry Tymchuk has announced the appointment of Nicole Yasuhara as its newest Museum Director.
"Nicole's experience, intelligence, enthusiasm, and dedication to OHS make her exactly the right person for this important job," said Tymchuk.
Yasuhara succeeds Helen B Louise, who retired after ten years in that position. Yasuhara has nearly two decades of tenure at OHS, most recently serving as Deputy Museum Director.
"I am so thankful and excited to transition my role at OHS to Museum Director," said Yasuhara. "Each year I spend at OHS, I become more inspired by our mission, the amazing staff, the people we serve, and the stories we share through our exhibitions, educational materials, and scholarship. I am inspired by the ways that understanding history can shape who we are and how we make sense of the world around us. I want to share this sense of discovery with our greater community and help cultivate a museum where everyone in our community can see their own history represented."
Yasuhara graduated from the University of Hawaii with a B.A. in anthropology and earned an M.A. in museum studies from George Washington University. Before moving to Oregon, she interned at the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of the American Indian Cultural Resources Center and the National Museum of American History's Archives Center. These experiences sparked her interest in collections stewardship, specifically cultural care of Indigenous belongings in museum collections. As Deputy Museum Director, Yasuhara was chiefly responsible for overseeing the museum's vast collections, which include over 75,000 objects and belongings pertaining to Oregon's rich and nuanced history.
Yasuhara's passion for collections preservation led her to spearhead OHS's Museum Collections Access Project, a multi-year endeavor to develop streamlined processes for collections management and record keeping. Thanks to this work by Yasuhara and the museum collections team, OHS launched its online Museum Collection Portal (museumcollection.ohs.org<https://museumcollection.ohs.org/argus/ohs/portal.aspx>) in 2022, a public database highlighting the incredible objects in the museum's care. To date, the Portal has over 15,000 object records documenting the history of the region, which includes clothing and textiles, Native American belongings, artworks, vehicles, equipment, and everyday items.
Previous publications include nearly a dozen articles for OHS's Dear Oregon<https://www.ohs.org/blog/Nicole-Yasuhara.cfm> blog and multiple essays for regional scholarly publications. Among her writings include "Native Belongings and Institutional Values at the Oregon Historical Society, Then and Now<https://www.ohs.org/oregon-historical-quarterly/back-issues/upload/Yasuhara_Keyes-Response_OHQ-Summer-2020_121_2.pdf>," published in the Summer 2020 issue of the Oregon Historical Quarterly. In the essay, Yasuhara shares how most of the 5,200 Native belongings in OHS's museum collection, "were stripped of their history," no doubt due to "power structures between pioneer collectors and their Native sources." Yasuhara also discusses current institutional practices and goals that confront this history and "begin to address the inherently colonial practices of early collecting institutions, including OHS." That change, she urges, "must grow from deeply personal ideological shifts in which practitioners recognize our own privilege and utilize an inclusion and equity lens in our everyday lives."
Yasuhara is also deeply involved in her local community, previously serving on the boards of the Oregon Museums Association and Whole Child Montessori Center. She is currently on the board of the Cultural Advocacy Coalition of Oregon and is a member of Governor Kotek's Task Force on Oregon Tribal Cultural Items. Away from OHS, Yasuhara enjoys vacations at the beach with her husband and son.
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Oregon Historical Quarterly request for proposals for special issue "Histories for the Future"
The Oregon Historical Quarterly will publish a special issue of the journal - with the theme "Histories for the Future" - in June 2026, in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The issue will feature historical analysis, reflection, narratives, and graphics that can serve as tools for people taking action that "shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness" (in the words of the Declaration of Independence).
The Quarterly's editors seek to use this special issue to broaden engagement to new audiences, particularly educators, students, immigrants, and activists - so we want your input! We invite you to submit a proposal and to help direct the project by taking one of two surveys designed for adult audiences and youth audiences.
Submit a proposal and take the surveys here: https://www.ohs.org/.../abou.../histories-for-the-future.cfm<https://www.ohs.org/oregon-historical-quarterly/about-the-quarterly/histories-for-the-future.cfm?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1j0pEGbqK5z2Sr6Lztj88HtMbaYKw5WKhdV_hH9NjFurGbh9CE6JAWvls_aem_H-FUxdMC4b89MebcNoFMuQ>
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America 250 Oregon Commission to meet Feb. 6, public meeting
The mission of the America 250 Oregon Commission is to coordinate, provide guidance, and ensure that Oregon's official observance of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States is inclusive and shares the histories of Oregon's diverse populations, including the histories of the Indigenous peoples who have resided here since time immemorial.
Guideposts

  *   To inspire Oregonians to participate in the work of forming a more perfect union.
  *   To highlight the importance of civics and history education in building a better future.
  *   To highlight the work of Oregon's many history and heritage organizations.
  *   To encourage a robust, thorough, and honest examination of our collective history.
  *   To celebrate the unique traditions, arts, and cultures of communities throughout Oregon.
  *   To honor the service and sacrifice made by Oregon's veterans.
  *   To celebrate the power of place through Oregon's remarkable landscapes and scenic beauty.
America 250 Oregon Commission Members<https://www.ohs.org/about-us/america-250-oregon/upload/America-250-Oregon-Commission-Members_122724.pdf>
Commission members will attend meetings either in person or virtually. Per public meeting law, members of the public may stream meetings live or view them retroactively.
Next Meeting:
Thursday, February 6, 2025
3:30pm-5pm via Zoom
Register Here<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bBeGrT6wTJmfjG5JHUS-Zw>
Meeting Agenda<https://www.ohs.org/about-us/america-250-oregon/upload/America-250-Oregon-Commission-agenda-February-6-2025.pdf>

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