Oregon History Events

Oregon Black History Lecture
February 1, 2008 -- Salem
Oregon Black History Lecture by Dr. Darrell Milner of Portland State University. Refreshments will be served. Free admission. 7 p.m. Reed Opera House - Trinity Ballroom, 189 Liberty St. NE, Salem, OR 97301, (503) 581-2004

Keil's Extended Family Exhibit
February 1-April 13, 2008 -- Aurora
Exhibit of the Colony founder, Dr. Keil's family. Maybe you are a descendent? Find out what brought these people here over the Oregon Trail. Adults $6, seniors $5, students $2, under 6 are free. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. noon-4 p.m. Old Aurora Colony Museum, 15018 Second St. NE, PO Box 202, Aurora, OR 97002, (503) 678-5754

Lecture: Mapping the Northwest
February 2, 2008 -- Salem
Robert Hamm talks about his extensive map collection, part of Mission Mill Museum's, "Mapping the Northwest" exhibit. Free with Museum admission. 1-2 p.m. Mission Mill Museum, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem, OR 97301, (503) 585-7012

Winter Exhibit: Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue Historic
February 2-March 29, 2008 -- Salem
The first exhibit of the New Year highlights courtship and marriage traditions, and showcases some of our antique wedding gowns. $4 adults, $3 Sr./Student, $2 Children, 5 yrs and under free. Wed., Thurs., & Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Historic Deepwood Estates, 1116 Mission St. SE, Salem, OR 97302, (503) 363-1825

History of States on Stamps Exhibit
February 2-March 29, 2008 -- Keizer
An exhibit of U.S. stamps depicting various states and their statehood from the collection of Peter Burk. Free admission. Tues. & Thurs. 2-4 p.m. and Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Keizer Heritage Museum, 980 Chemawa Rd. NE, Keizer, OR 97303, (503) 393-9660

Unfolding Lives - Discovering Pioneers' Fates
February 14-September 30, 2008
At three historic Oregon City sites, visitors will learn about the lives of nine emigrants before, during and after their journey on the Oregon Trail. Sites: End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center (1726 Washington St.), Museum of the Oregon Territory (211 Tumwater Dr.), Stevens-Crawford House (603 6th St.). Event Hours: Feb-June, Tues-Sat. 11 a.m.-4p.m. Through Sept. Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.  End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, 1726 Washington St., Oregon City, 800-424-3002, 503-657-9336

A.C. Gilbert Toy Collector's Showcase
February 16-17, 2008 -- Salem
Join collectors from the Pacific Region of the National A.C. Gilbert Heritage Society for this showcase of Gilbert toys in his family home turned children's museum. Events include buy/sell/trade tables, history talks, and children's activities. Age 1-2, $2.50; Age 3-59, $5.50; Age 60+, $4; Members, Free; Public Assistance, $2.50. Noon-4 p.m. A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village, 116 Marion St. NE, Salem, OR 97301, (503) 371-3631

Lecture: Lewis and Clark and the International Competition for Oregon
February 23, 2008 -- Salem
Historian Mark Eifler discusses the remarkable geopolitical repercussions of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Free with Museum admission. 1 p.m. Mission Mill Museum, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem, OR 97301, (503) 585-7012