[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2025-05-16

Fri May 16 11:14:29 PDT 2025

Oregon Heritage News 2025-05-16
In this Issue:

  *   Oregon State Historic Preservation Office is accepting input on new archaeological guidelines
  *   National Park Service Lists Port Orford City Jail in Port Orford, Curry County in the National Register of Historic Places
  *   Oregon Heritage Commission and Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries to meet online, May 27
  *   Federation of State Humanities Councils and Oregon Humanities File Lawsuit against NEH and DOGE
  *   District Court Grants Preliminary Injunction in IMLS Case
  *   Oregon Caves Chateau among National Trust’s 2025 Most Endangered Historic Places
  *   Marion Dean Ross/Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians third annual "mini" conference, Oct. 10-12, Tacoma, Washington.
  *   City of Canby Intensive Level Surveys RFP
  *   Museum of Natural and Cultural History seeks a Community Engagement Manager

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Oregon State Historic Preservation Office is accepting input on new archaeological guidelines
The Oregon State Historic Preservation Office is accepting input on new archaeological guidelines. The latest version is an update to the 2013 Guidelines for Conducting Field Archaeology in Oregon (Field Guidelines), with an emphasis on processes relating to state and federal law compliance. Development of the draft Oregon Archaeological Guidelines began after the 2023 implementation of a revision to the rule governing the issuance of archaeological permits (Oregon Administrative Rule [OAR] 736-051-0000 to 0090). If you wish to provide input, be sure to send it no later than June 15th, 2025, to Oregon State Archaeologist John Pouley at John.Pouley at OPRD.Oregon.Gov<mailto:John.Pouley at OPRD.Oregon.Gov>.
View the Draft Oregon Archaeological Guidelines here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/DRAFT_Oregon_Archaeological_Guidelines_web.pdf>.

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National Park Service Lists Port Orford City Jail in Port Orford, Curry County in the National Register of Historic Places
The Port Orford City Jail is among Oregon’s latest entries in the National Register of Historic Places. Oregon’s State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP) recommended the nomination at their February 2025 meeting for its significant connections to Port Orford’s early city governance and its first mayor Gilbert E. Gable. The National Park Service, which maintains the National Register of Historic Places, accepted this nomination in late April 2025.

Located near Seventh and Jefferson Street in Port Orford, the Port Orford City Jail was constructed in 1939 as the first and only all-new governmental building constructed during the Gable administration. The charismatic Gilbert E. Gable (1886-1941) arrived in Port Orford in 1934. As the head of several commercial ventures, including the port facility in Port Orford, a sawmill, and mining properties, Gable spearheaded Depression-era development in the community. When residents voted to incorporate Port Orford in 1935, Gable was elected mayor and continued in that role until his unexpected death in early December 1941. During his tenure in office, Gable worked constantly to draw attention to the economic needs of Southwestern Oregon. He provided support to the town of Bandon after it was destroyed by fire in 1936. He also tried, but failed, to connect the region to the inland valleys of Oregon through the Gold Coast Railroad, a project that brought Gable attention throughout southern Oregon and northern California. Gable’s work undoubtedly benefited his own companies, but it also made him a popular political figure and by 1941, he was actively touting the frustrations of residents in Curry County and beyond. That fall he began suggesting that Curry County could secede from Oregon, a movement that quickly became known as the State of Jefferson. Within a week of Gable’s death a few months later, the State of Jefferson as an active movement came to a halt, but the ideas behind it remain well into the 21st century.

The Port Orford City Jail was used from 1939 until around 1965, after which time it was sold to a private party. It was later occupied by a novelty shop and then a fish market, before standing unused for many years. The City of Port Orford reacquired the building property in 2007. Although surrounding properties have been redeveloped, the Port Orford City Jail retains its historic appearance that is reflective of the building’s original purpose.

The National Register is maintained by the National Park Service under the authority of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Properties listed in the National Register are:

  *   Recognized as significant to the nation, state, or community;
  *   Considered in the planning of federal or federally-assisted projects;
  *   Eligible for federal tax benefits;
  *   Qualify for historic preservation grants when funds are available;
  *   Eligible for leniency in meeting certain building code requirements;
  *   Subject to local laws pertaining to the conservation and protection of historic resources.

State law in Oregon requires local governments to offer a minimal level of protection for properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places; the decisions about how to accomplish that goal reside with local governments, which also have the authority to create and regulate local historic districts and landmarks.

More information about the National Register and recent Oregon listings are online at oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org/> (under the heading “Designate”).

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Oregon Heritage Commission and Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries to meet online, May 27
Oregon Heritage Commission, May 27, 10am
The Oregon Heritage Commission will meet via online meeting on May 27. The meeting will include approval of the 2025 Oregon Museum Grant recommendations. 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>.
Special accommodations for the meeting - including translation services - may be made by calling (503) 986‐0690 or Mary.Newcomb at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:Mary.Newcomb at oprd.oregon.gov> at least 72 hours prior to the start of the meeting.
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.
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>.
Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries, May 27, 1pm
The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries will meet via online meeting on May 27 at 1:00 p.m. The primary agenda item is approval of the 2025 Oregon Historic Cemeteries grants. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2025MayOCHCAgenda.pdf> includes an opportunity for public comment. Register<https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uZNqqhYXQX2C9YqfU0_Yvw> 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 oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:kuri.gill at oprd.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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Federation of State Humanities Councils and Oregon Humanities File Lawsuit against NEH and DOGE

Federation of State Humanities Councils and Oregon Humanities File Lawsuit against NEH and DOGE Alleging Illegal Termination of Grants to 56 State and Jurisdictional Humanities Councils. See the full press release from the Federation of State Humanities here<https://www.statehumanities.org/federation-of-state-humanities-councils-and-oregon-humanities-file-lawsuit-against-neh-and-doge/>.

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District Court Grants Preliminary Injunction in IMLS Case
A federal judge granted 21 states’ attorneys general the preliminary injunction they sought in their lawsuit against the Trump administration for dismantling the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The judge agreed that the executive order violates the Administrative Procedures Act, separation of powers principle, and the Take Care clause of the U.S. Constitution. Read more.<https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.-2FSmjcpO7c0puhLZteDUTgiu9HsEBhmn6-2FB-2FkGAj7oBO8hiTpWLOPkKb-2BNTJnNYeQFpOFThtrlXjIo0oUaJPQn0lnzJxXvDrG7gbhcL27TS3gKG3J5fsFBClbP0I0uAzGl9sTT3-2BLU5uIoFVDdRT3SdEcAK6nO-2FAMzlfEW1Yrox1kw4xsWk82bjms6f-2B62OsBYFvZCMgLWEoXlwNLPKn54w-3D-3DZE9F_dQQJK-2Bh2VwYZPbMqkB87WMSaHSrB2Cpyat6DlFx8xgmqbu3irjtssH68i2Qnpd-2Ftibq35njLfGe1RP0eD19dmbA9cViCftexRTalgOeEnBB2M8EWTMPOKM4mmiUdrj7gzn7EERipiYyurokROjDYLrUR2v7C4WjwkIg6lCr-2FX7c1hWdG-2BLy9fosKOKhmiJKRq8PmmTgKEvcxxhcZLaVdLFrIiCqGMQ7ClnM74VdmnnvUysQ846y2hwYomvlM3ICOrECUBg9AoJh7zGkPe3j0YwXeD1QcziUT6VJ0oUgl6bAkBi8LJzNQmT39L-2FT-2Bk0lC4nBzyaIbvcVNW1bh9VtjVNKVp3N6-2BwBGGZH-2FcZ8-2BwbBmFSgcW2Z4Y6JGMmKQjU80kUflArEYXPhQU1s-2Bj9zZw4slya64KT-2F3nPuGcpdBtN75go7R0cnKckW26l4S0qMLgZOP0SnzvS16zHTZS9L3XDbBzot-2F-2B96iCTio7WmCq4U393HUOvdfUgjGhCIFzbBpBogJqHlkRo-2BZ0-2BUjHUI-2BffL6pWAK0TUgOODEvCiIN17e6IHM7zIg4r9Rypmj1rlzMfwxrECWhVodOSfziGAtxAk9n18JJSFRcOQgT4XGXaZNod9VQqpE2t6JLrEGhR5-2Fz6CXHrRSqMlQBvNKlXHuE6rpagU-2F80XwQTaFsYrjX-2F0-3D>
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Oregon Caves Chateau among National Trust’s 2025 Most Endangered Historic Places
The National Trust for Historic Preservation released America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places for 2025. Among the 11 sites across the country is Oregon Caves Chateau in Cave Junction, Oregon. Learn more about this endangered place by visiting the full list here<https://savingplaces.org/stories/11-most-endangered-historic-places-2025>.
When the list was announced, The Friends of the Oregon Caves & Chateau (Friends) hosted a media and celebration event in Salem with Governor Tina Kotek and speakers from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Restore Oregon and the National Parks Conservation Association. Learn more about the event here<https://restoreoregon.org/2025/05/12/oregon-caves-chateaus-announcement-in-salem-as-one-of-the-11-most-endangered-historic-places/>.
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Marion Dean Ross/Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians third annual "mini" conference, Oct. 10-12, Tacoma, Washington.
The Marion Dean Ross/Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians will be holding our third annual "mini" conference October 10-12, 2025 in Tacoma, Washington. This year the event will be contiguous with Washington's PLACES conference, which will be October 8-10 in nearby in Gig Harbor.
To learn more, submit a proposal, or for scholarship information to attend, visit here<https://sahmdr.org/conference>.
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City of Canby Intensive Level Surveys RFP
The City of Canby has received a Certified Local Government grant for 6 Intensive Level Surveys. If you are interested in submitting a proposal, following is a link to the RFP:
https://www.canbyoregon.gov/bc-hlc/page/rfp-intensive-level-survey
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Museum of Natural and Cultural History seeks a Community Engagement Manager
The Museum of Natural and Cultural History seeks a Community Engagement Manager to enhance access to science, nature, and cultural experiences. This role oversees public spaces and programs like membership, volunteerism, admissions, and the Museum store. You will supervise two professional staff and UO student employees and be a key member of the public program’s leadership team.

Website link: https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/535370/community-engagement-manager

Job no: 535370
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Arts/Theater/Museum, History
Department: Museum of Natural and Cultural History
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $55,000 - $58,000 per year
Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year 2024-2025
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins: May 27, 2025; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please include a cover letter describing your qualifications and your interest in the position along with a current resume.

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