Protecting Our State's Cultural Legacy
History shapes people’s understanding of who they are as individuals and as members of a civilization. The Oregon Historical Society is a scholarly asset and a public resource dedicated to putting the power of history into everyone’s hands and to advancing knowledge in all corners of the world.
Oregon Historical Quarterly
The Journal of Record for Oregon History
The Oregon Historical Quarterly is a scholarly asset and a public resource that is dedicated to putting the power of history into everyone’s hands and to advancing knowledge in all corners of the...
Digital History
Digital History Projects
The Oregon Historical Society’s Digital History Projects provide the most authoritative and comprehensive online resources on Oregon history. The...
Library
Research and Library
Davies Family Research Library's collections encompass library and archival materials, including books,...
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Mark O. Hatfield Distinguished Historians Forum
For nearly 20 years, the Oregon Historical Society has presented the Mark O. Hatfield Distinguished...
First Congregational United Church of Christ
Venue Rental
Located in the heart of downtown Portland and overlooking the historic South Park Blocks, the Oregon Historical Society offers the blend of the old, the new and the beautiful, creating a memorable venue for all occasions. The Historical Society is an ideal venue for weddings, receptions, award dinners, lectures, seminars, business meetings, holiday parties and birthday celebrations.