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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Oregon Heritage News 2026-04-17<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b>In this Issue:<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">2026 Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards Announced<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">Public Meeting Notice: Oregon Heritage Commission and Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries to meet during Heritage Conference, April 29-May 2, in Woodburn<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">AASLH launches History & Democracy Initiative<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">Generational engagement resources<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">Volunteer impact resources<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">Oral History Association Call for Posters for 2026 Annual Meeting, Portland<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">2026 Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards Announced<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Individuals, organizations and projects that have made outstanding contributions to preserving Oregon$B!G(Bs heritage will receive Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards April 29 in Mt. Angel.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">$B!H(BThe Award recipients are representative of efforts and activities that are exemplary and go above and beyond for an individual, organization, and project, serving as a model for heritage preservation work in
Oregon,$B!I(B said Katie Henry, Coordinator for the Oregon Heritage Commission. $B!H(BThis year we had several nominations focused on the work of documenting, preserving, and sharing a more complete story of Oregon$B!G(Bs history.$B!I(B<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">2026 Oregon Heritage Excellence Award recipients are:<o:p></o:p></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Oregon Historical Society$B!G(Bs
</span></strong><em><b><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">The Yasui Family: An American Story</span></b></em> for work spanning years of meticulous preservation, translation, and research culminating in an exhibition and accompanying programs, online
resources, and curricula, offering unparalleled windows into the lives of Japanese immigrants and their families in the decades before and after mass incarceration in WWII.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Kathleen Sligar</span></strong> for her outstanding contributions to statewide heritage preservation efforts demonstrating resourcefulness,
selflessness, and her deep commitment to supporting and developing the statewide heritage preservation community through mentorship and service.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Mark Prairie Historical Society$B!G(Bs</span></strong>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Mark Prairie Schoolhouse Restoration Project</span></strong>, a volunteer led project that took over 4 years and $1.2 million resulting in a restoration that honors the community$B!G(Bs past and authentically
showcases the building$B!G(Bs architectural integrity.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Oregon Nisei Veterans WWII Memorial Highway and Historical Marker Project</span></strong> for its grassroots collaboration that culminated
in the dedication of a 41-mile stretch of Highway 35 from Government Camp to Hood River as the Oregon Nisei Veterans WWII Memorial Highway and a state-sponsored historical marker telling the story of more than 430 Oregon Nisei who served in World War II, even
as many of their families were incarcerated under Executive Order 9066. <o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Paul Falsetto</span></strong>, a Portland architect with three decades of service, for his quality of rehabilitation work, depth
of preservation knowledge, and exemplary dedication to the field of historic preservation in Oregon.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">The Japanese American Museum of Oregon$B!G(Bs Japanese American History in Oregon Traveling Trunks project
</span></strong>for serving as a critical resource for educators with standards-aligned lessons, primary resources and artifacts, and biographies to bring this essential American story to life and fostering a deeper appreciation for the resilience and contributions
of Japanese Americans. <o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Tim Hills</span></strong>, lead Historian for McMenamin$B!G(Bs, for his dedication to uncovering history and his love of storytelling
that made history a foundational pillar of McMenamins. His research and community partner collaboration has influenced the preservation, design, and use of historic buildings and has inspired a culture of appreciating and preserving the past. <o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Jim Proehl</span></strong> for his dedication to preserving and promoting the history of Bandon through his service to the Bandon
Historical society in the forms of leadership, education, communication, collection care, fundraising, and beyond. <o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Watershed Rock Opera</span></strong> project that went beyond traditional interpretation by transforming lived experience, cultural
knowledge, and ecological insight into an original, multimedia rock opera.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Rob McIntyre</span></strong> for his community centered approach and dedication to the preservation and restoration of Athena$B!G(Bs historic
Gem Theater and Star Saloon ensuring it will continue to educate, entertain, and inspire for generations to come.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Rainier Oregon Historical Museum</span></strong> for exemplifying the power of volunteerism, vision, and community dedication in
the ten years of establishing their organization through partnerships and community outreach resulting in recent completion of a brand new museum building.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Paul Quarino</span></strong> (1942-2024) for his 44 years serving as steward and caretaker of Coos Bay$B!G(Bs Egyptian Theatre$B!G(Bs Mighty
Wurlitzer, ensuring that the magic of this 1925 organ – the only theater organ in Oregon in its original location – could be shared with future generations.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Award recipients will be honored and presented with their award on April 29, 7pm-9pm, at the Mt. Angel Festhalle, 500 Wilco Hwy NE, Mt Angel, OR 97362. The Awards Presentation and Dinner is part of the
<a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/heritageconference.aspx">2026 Oregon Heritage Conference</a> events. Those wanting to attend the Awards event must purchase tickets in advance. Tickets can be purchased
<a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/heritageconference.aspx">here</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">The physical awards presented to recipients are designed and created by Eastern Oregon artist, Alethea Brewer. This year$B!G(Bs awards artist selection process was done in partnership with Crossroads Carnegie Arts
Center in Baker City.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">In addition to the 12 recipients of a 2026 Oregon Heritage Excellence Award, the Oregon Heritage Commission will also be recognizing 12 Standout Heritage Volunteers from heritage organizations across the state
and their critical contributions to heritage preservation efforts in Oregon. Learn more about this year$B!G(Bs Standout Heritage Volunteers by visiting
<a href="http://www.oregonheritage.org/">www.oregonheritage.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Following the awards presentation on April 29, videos of the recipients will be available online at
<a href="http://www.oregonheritage.org/">www.oregonheritage.org</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">The Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards are a program of Oregon Heritage. Oregon Heritage is a division of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department that includes the State Historic Preservation Office and four State
Commission/Committees: Oregon Heritage Commission, State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation, Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries, and Historic Advisory Review Committee. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">For more information, contact Katie Henry at 503-877-8834 or
<a href="mailto:katie.henry@oprd.oregon.gov">katie.henry@oprd.oregon.gov</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Public Meeting Notice: Oregon Heritage Commission and Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries to meet during Heritage Conference, April 29-May 2, in Woodburn<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">The Oregon Heritage Commission and the Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries will meet in person and online during the
<a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/heritageconference.aspx">2026 Oregon Heritage Conference</a> in Woodburn. Both meetings are open to the public and include an opportunity for public comment:<o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type="disc">
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<strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Oregon Heritage Commission</span></strong> will meet on May 1, 9:30am, at the Woodburn Public Library, 280 Garfield Street in Woodburn and online. Business includes review and adoption of the 2026-2033 Oregon
Heritage Plan, review and action on two applications for the Heritage Tradition designation (the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene and the Bandon Cranberry Festival), and a presentation from the OSU Special Collection and Archives Research Center on work related
to addressing harmful content in their collections. The full agenda and meeting information can be found
<a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Commissions.aspx">here</a>.<span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:12.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo6">
<strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Oregon Historic Cemeteries Commission</span></strong> will meet on April 29, 1pm, at the Woodburn Public Library, 280 Garfield Street in Woodburn and online. Business includes a presentation on the compliance
program within the State Historic Preservation Office and how cemeteries are involved in state and federal level projects and a presentation on the Shroeder Family Tomb Preservation Project. The full agenda and meeting information can be found
<a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Commissions.aspx">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Special accommodations for the meeting – including translation services – may be made by calling (503) 986<span style="font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B!>(B</span>0690 at least 72 hours prior to the start of the
meeting. For more information about the commissions, visit <a href="http://www.oregonheritage.org/">
www.oregonheritage.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">About the Oregon Heritage Commission (OHC)</span></strong><br>
The Heritage Commission$B!G(Bs nine Governor appointed members represent a diversity of cultural, geographic, and institutional interests. The Commission$B!G(Bs nine advisory members include representatives from the Oregon State Library, Oregon State Archives, State
Historical Records Advisory Board, Higher Education Coordinating Committee, Travel Oregon, Oregon Historical Society, Department of Education, State Historic Preservation Office, and the Department of Land Conservation and Development.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">The Commission is the primary agency for coordination of heritage activities in the state. This includes carrying out the
<a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2020_Oregon_Heritage_Plan.pdf">
Oregon Heritage Plan</a>, increasing efficiency and avoiding duplication among interest groups, developing plans for coordination among agencies and organizations, identifying and addressing collective challenges, encouraging tourism related to heritage resources,
and coordinating statewide anniversary commemorations.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">More information about the Oregon Heritage Commission is available online at
<a href="http://www.oregonheritage.org/">www.oregonheritage.org</a> and from Commission coordinator Katie Henry at 503-877-8834 or
<a href="mailto:katie.henry@oprd.oregon.gov">katie.henry@oprd.oregon.gov</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">About the Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC)</span></strong><br>
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.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">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. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">State law established the seven-member
<a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Commissions.aspx#OCHC">Commission </a>
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 OCHC commission activities or to attend in person, contact coordinator Kuri Gill at 503-986-0685 or by e-mail at
<a href="mailto:kuri.gill@oprd.oregon.gov">kuri.gill@oprd.oregon.gov</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">AASLH launches History & Democracy Initiative<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">The American Association for State & Local History (AASLH) launched a new effort: the
<strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif"><a href="https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.3FQbrsGGjnR1XB61TRlexmSUjxWZLlrWGGHpjQkMZ3KPvDiiaifWTWxUV6zcTtLJWQ2X_mQgQcPVJOAOvGzPbJ5Z8884yuPAPfTcSGBfVyHYckylxfRzcjUxcClHUuCQ2hEoNm12mEZoUeVcWG9LcTFHkUoPsbiJMhoRP60CQ8bg9n37-2FZ6ciCM78FHDnR9D2IMXkTjx2dmV3Se4lvUqrWNj9IAEeqY60vzJnTOOQmuqhbItvQh5IeSbRlb7PBI25SI5GVC7k3bwTyUDVHkGdA8NlhCF4BAVZkN-2F4rwEgnEbXP7RYdFRKtWB3Hgvi1tSjUB-2Fs9cvO-2BfcKQ13u9Sn8ZZ6UWZg2oLHmifDTcVYbKIJ1dncLiUHxK5eIYztl8R4DBIYoMje2kJWtVeFQnWMXjhOuumyd6SZE-2BiohXJhiL48wv6BliISmvy3mHZ5oiovZOTFEEjIVkTCcp2qnan-2BQeGRo4MmnsVje24Os7s7FkaF2xcBZNFuUWgkaj-2FXDinDOTW6qlAcxdhghf7ZQseP-2B3KUlduPLbiKahX8AMY4olY1OVMB7R4cnNMbcVU8JqOm6RKcyM6inx7W-2FUG82mdC3DlKSRneZ4krOTf1rvFGhof4YfdPXN-2BBwHDDWP-2BOlbWYV7MPr9nkDNG3tLTM58-2BqvKt6S5boHIqxS449rExQ8VFa39QmLypEWJBgepoj3g8xUwKGbTFlDePyb-2FoRdWMl6LAm0Rh7L39TfXdDRy6h5r9hTABs-3D" target="_blank">History
& Democracy Initiative</a></span></strong> (HDI).<b><br>
</b><br>
HDI offers a conceptual framework for uplifting the history field's role in furthering robust public participation and representation in American civic life. The work will include innovative programming, strategic collaborations, and original research to help
history organizations further their contributions to rebuilding America$B!G(Bs civic culture from the ground up.
<a href="https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.3FQbrsGGjnR1XB61TRlexmSUjxWZLlrWGGHpjQkMZ3KPvDiiaifWTWxUV6zcTtLJU9b4_mQgQcPVJOAOvGzPbJ5Z8884yuPAPfTcSGBfVyHYckylxfRzcjUxcClHUuCQ2hEoNm12mEZoUeVcWG9LcTFHkUoPsbiJMhoRP60CQ8bg9n37-2FZ6ciCM78FHDnR9D2IMXkTjx2dmV3Se4lvUqrWNj9IAEeqY60vzJnTOOQmuqhbItvQh5IeSbRlb7PBI25SI5GVC7k3bwTyUDVHkGdA8NlhCF4BAVZkN-2F4rwEgnEbXP7RYdFRKtWB3Hgvi1tSjUB-2Fs9cvO-2BfcKQ13u9Sn8ZZ6UWZg2oLHmifDTcVYbKIJ1dncLiUHxK5eIYztl8R4DBIYoMje2kJWtVeFQnWMXjhOuumyd6SZE-2BiohXJhiL48wv6BliISmvy3mHZ5oiovZOTFEEjIVkTCcp2qnan-2BQeGRo4MmnsVje24Os7s7FkaF2xcBZNFuUWgkaj-2FXDinDOTW6qlAcxdhghf7ZQseP-2B3KUlduPLbiKahX8AMY4olY1OVMB7R4cnNMbcVU8JqOm6RKcyM6inx7W-2FUG82mdC3DlKSRhe92BQK3Y4jMhmlyrI1RBfnbsLVz24YYO0ppMoOxPQupjGJdxE-2BFiXr-2Fv23pyF2RRryQWz1aYBWlj8ob9s-2F9ugw-2BQ4uCwP6kGL8Vs-2FjuANO6SJfj0BkUJeSJqQIsX3kMkpDH0CLiiSqTkd0plyVtwA-3D" target="_blank">
<strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:blue;text-decoration:none">Learn more about HDI here.</span></strong></a>
<br>
AASLH will be holding a <strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif"><a href="https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.3FQbrsGGjnR1XB61TRlexmSUjxWZLlrWGGHpjQkMZ3Ltnb3y9jZQlCLSMr8rMAxMaPSz_mQgQcPVJOAOvGzPbJ5Z8884yuPAPfTcSGBfVyHYckylxfRzcjUxcClHUuCQ2hEoNm12mEZoUeVcWG9LcTFHkUoPsbiJMhoRP60CQ8bg9n37-2FZ6ciCM78FHDnR9D2IMXkTjx2dmV3Se4lvUqrWNj9IAEeqY60vzJnTOOQmuqhbItvQh5IeSbRlb7PBI25SI5GVC7k3bwTyUDVHkGdA8NlhCF4BAVZkN-2F4rwEgnEbXP7RYdFRKtWB3Hgvi1tSjUB-2Fs9cvO-2BfcKQ13u9Sn8ZZ6UWZg2oLHmifDTcVYbKIJ1dncLiUHxK5eIYztl8R4DBIYoMje2kJWtVeFQnWMXjhOuumyd6SZE-2BiohXJhiL48wv6BliISmvy3mHZ5oiovZOTFEEjIVkTCcp2qnan-2BQeGRo4MmnsVje24Os7s7FkaF2xcBZNFuUWgkaj-2FXDinDOTW6qlAcxdhghf7ZQseP-2B3KUlduPLbiKahX8AMY4olY1OVMB7R4cnNMbcVU8JqOm6RKcyM6inx7W-2FUG82mdC3DlKSRr-2B1sRi0z5PrK250cFR8sq-2FVoB5IVR0ZLHDnko1Uo5TYEWTWGGCjkzSaPsDrud29QpDJimdpE2jHwu4HgVPMQ8p-2BhaCoY8cNVIgkf260Acw6bQnXojSL5nbC4l8wafTZLT8GRJLukOimu8rM92j3ciE-3D" target="_blank">virtual
summit on history and democracy</a></span></strong> on May 27 and 28. <strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif"><a href="https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.3FQbrsGGjnR1XB61TRlexmSUjxWZLlrWGGHpjQkMZ3Ltnb3y9jZQlCLSMr8rMAxM-_gJ_mQgQcPVJOAOvGzPbJ5Z8884yuPAPfTcSGBfVyHYckylxfRzcjUxcClHUuCQ2hEoNm12mEZoUeVcWG9LcTFHkUoPsbiJMhoRP60CQ8bg9n37-2FZ6ciCM78FHDnR9D2IMXkTjx2dmV3Se4lvUqrWNj9IAEeqY60vzJnTOOQmuqhbItvQh5IeSbRlb7PBI25SI5GVC7k3bwTyUDVHkGdA8NlhCF4BAVZkN-2F4rwEgnEbXP7RYdFRKtWB3Hgvi1tSjUB-2Fs9cvO-2BfcKQ13u9Sn8ZZ6UWZg2oLHmifDTcVYbKIJ1dncLiUHxK5eIYztl8R4DBIYoMje2kJWtVeFQnWMXjhOuumyd6SZE-2BiohXJhiL48wv6BliISmvy3mHZ5oiovZOTFEEjIVkTCcp2qnan-2BQeGRo4MmnsVje24Os7s7FkaF2xcBZNFuUWgkaj-2FXDinDOTW6qlAcxdhghf7ZQseP-2B3KUlduPLbiKahX8AMY4olY1OVMB7R4cnNMbcVU8JqOm6RKcyM6inx7W-2FUG82mdC3DlKSRtPVLNdfArtCNyE5P-2Bj-2Bwz-2F95H-2F-2BRLVQ6KwVyqkIwoyJDBor6wXA-2FR9h18CLJ2kb-2B2W6Q7Q6giB1XlhencbBytvaHrbyFE4957TQ9MdLWMWsQGg4mmk5M-2BljXfIrCqpcjDdLAf5x2kIRSIj-2FpK6RAcU-3D" target="_blank">Click
here to learn more and register.</a></span></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Historic Preservation Month activities in Oregon<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">May is National Historic Preservation Month. Send your Oregon events to Oregon Heritage to promote in the Heritage News. Information can be sent to
<a href="mailto:katie.henry@oprd.oregon.gov">katie.henry@oprd.oregon.gov</a>. <o:p>
</o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b>Gresham<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4">May 2, 11am-12:30pm<br>
Walking Tour of Downtown Gresham<br>
Gresham Historical Society, 410 N Main Ave, Gresham, OR 97030<br>
<span class="gmail-x-el">Learn more about the history all around us on this easy, 1.5-hour walking tour of Downtown Gresham. </span>
<span class="gmail-x-el">We'll be talking about commercial and residential buildings from various eras of Gresham's development and how these buildings still play an important role in our community.
</span>RSVP: <a href="https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/ZHb6BNwfwPAspON0rJHskw">https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/ZHb6BNwfwPAspON0rJHskw</a><o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4">5/23, 12pm-1pm<br>
Historic Cemeteries Tour<br>
West Gresham Campus, 330 W Powell Blvd, Gresham, OR 97030 (east parking lot)<br>
On this free walking tour, learn about the colorful, poignant, and surprising stories contained in Gresham$B!G(Bs historic cemeteries. This tour covers power dynamics of race and economic circumstance that past residents experienced while living and continued to
experience in death. You'll find out about the first Japanese family to live in <span class="gmail-il">
Oregon</span>; a town marshal who was killed by a falling safe, and a mystery box of bones found in 1900, plus many more stories that bring our shared past to life in vibrant detail. RSVP: <a href="https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/uCZySo0801bjeuitK79_sA">https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/uCZySo0801bjeuitK79_sA</a><o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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The Salem Historic Landmarks Commission (<a href="https://www.cityofsalem.net/government/boards-commissions/historic-landmarks-commission?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExN3kxQXVmNjdqdnNsVno3dHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6rY7GApPIp50LImRjyrJlrJLd04vDuROEk0wLs7JGNiwt0yv3QR-aVXj6tOg_aem_vKZRojXOUcxxJFzQ9D1hQw" target="_blank">https://www.cityofsalem.net/.../historic-landmarks...</a>)
is hosting several events and activities to celebrate Salem's history including walking tours, educational events and a historic photo contest. Join the free Windows Workshop on May 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register is required.
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Register here</a>. <o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo5">
In recognition of Historic Preservation Month, Willamette Heritage Center will host a presentation on May 27 by
<b>Charles F. Sams III</b>, American Conservationist. Sams will present <b>$B!H(BBy Understanding Our Past, We Better Understand Ourselves: Preserving Our History & Stories for Generations to Come.$B!I(B
</b>More information about the Speaker Series and upcoming events is available at:
<a href="https://www.willametteheritage.org/speakers-series/">https://www.willametteheritage.org/speakers-series/</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Generational engagement resources<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l7 level1 lfo8">The Oregon Heritage Exchange Blog$B!G(Bs most recent post by Kathryn Sinor with Oswego Heritage Council relays their experience developing a community of young history lovers.
<a href="https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2026/04/17/a-community-of-young-history-lovers/">
Read more here</a>. <br>
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<a href="https://canwetalkgenz.substack.com/p/will-you-welcome-young-people-at?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true">
Will You Welcome Young People at Your Table?</a><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:#467886;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l7 level2 lfo8">
<span style="color:windowtext">Smithsonian Affiliation: <a href="https://affiliations.si.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Youth-Advisory-Council-Guide-1.pdf">
Creating a Youth Advisory Council: A Guide for Museums<o:p></o:p></a></span></li></ul>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l7 level2 lfo8">Gen-Z at the Table – The Next Generation of Giving | <a href="https://institute.blackbaud.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Gen-Z-at-the-Table.pdf" target="_blank" title="https://institute.blackbaud.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/gen-z-at-the-table.pdf">Access
Link</a><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l7 level2 lfo8">State of Gen-Z Volunteerism from American Red Cross |<a href="https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/red-cross-youth/news/GenZ_Volunteerism_Study_ARC_X_DSS.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOorj1voFMjzWLScTEtCndMnp7e4W-gIYAJGlt-ypJmnd1TwZTt5e" target="_blank" title="https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/red-cross-youth/news/genz_volunteerism_study_arc_x_dss.pdf?srsltid=afmboorj1vofmjzwlsctetcndmnp7e4w-giyajglt-ypjmnd1twztt5e">Access
Link</a><o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Volunteer impact resources<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Do you know how much volunteers impact the Heritage landscape in Oregon? Take a look at these resources and find out.
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo7">Value of <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/HeritageValueVolunteers_Report.pdf">
Oregon Heritage Organizations$B!G(B Volunteers Full Study</a> or shorter <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/HertiageValueVolunteers_Summary.pdf">
Summary</a><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo7">Impacts and results of <a href="https://www.solve.org/post/oregon-cemetery-cleanup-days-2025">
2025 Cemetery Cleanup Days</a> from SOLVE<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo7">Hero volunteers helped save collections while responding to disaster at
<a href="https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2025/11/15/how-not-to-survive-a-museum-fire-a-cautionary-listicle/">
Gresham Historical Society</a><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo7">Collections work? Volunteers have that covered too
<a href="https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2020/02/05/historic-objects-dont-rehouse-themselves/">
at the Tillamook Forest Center</a><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo7">What about youth volunteers? Eagle Scout projects have impacted the heritage landscape, particularly at
<a href="https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/2016/11/16/getting-heritage-work-done-through-eagle-scout-projects/">
Gleason Cemetery.</a><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo7">Volunteering also <a href="https://ncoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/2011UnemploymentCHI.pdf">
impacts the wider community economic and civic structure</a>, making organizations like your local Main Street more important.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><b>Call for Posters – OHA 2026 Annual Meeting (Deadline May 31)<br>
</b>April 15, 2026 / <a href="https://oralhistory.org/jobs/calls-for-submissions/">
Calls for Submissions</a>, <a href="https://oralhistory.org/oha-news/">OHA News</a><b><br>
Deadline May 31, 2026<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">While the Call for Proposals is now closed, there$B!G(Bs still time to submit a poster for the 2026 Oral History Association Annual Meeting!<br>
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Our memories are closely tied to the landscapes we inhabit, both real and imagined, and these connections are being reshaped by environmental change, political instability, and ongoing crises. As people become disconnected from familiar places and ways of living,
oral history helps capture how individuals and communities make sense of identity and belonging.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">The 2026 Oral History Association Annual Meeting in Portland, Oregon invites contributions from across fields and communities to explore how people shape and are shaped by the places they inhabit, move through,
or leave behind. With the Pacific Northwest as a meaningful setting, the conference will highlight themes such as environmental change, migration, memory, and resilience. We welcome a wide range of perspectives and formats that engage with these ideas and
demonstrate the role of oral history in documenting relationships between people and place.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><a href="https://oha.memberclicks.net/posters2026" target="_blank">Submit</a> your poster.<o:p></o:p></p>
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Follow us on Facebook at @oregonheritage, on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/oregon-parks-and-recreation-department/" target="_blank">
LinkedIn</a>, on the <a href="https://oregonheritage.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">
Oregon Heritage Exchange blog</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">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 <a href="http://www.oregonheritage.org/" target="_blank">www.oregonheritage.org</a>. The news editor can be contacted at
<a href="mailto:heritage.info@oprd.oregon.gov" target="_blank">heritage.info@oprd.oregon.gov</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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