Troutdale Historical Society
Our mission at the Troutdale Historical Society is to gather, preserve and make available material relating to the history of the community of Troutdale, the Sandy River, the Columbia River Gorge and nearby areas. We are committed to stimulating interest in, and knowledge of, our past.
This year marks the 101st anniversary of the construction of the Historic Columbia River Highway, and we continue to educate visitors at our King of Roads exhibit describing the construction, destruction and rebuilding of the Columbia River Gorge scenic route.
Our programs in 2017 focus on local landmarks, buildings and sites in our community that tell the story of Troutdale, beginning in January with a look at Sweetbrier Farm, Cedar School and the Troutdale Methodist Episcopal Church. In April we offer a visual tour of local landmarks inviting guests to supply information about the sites, and in October we gather the students of Troutdale, Fairview and Wilkes elementary schools to remember their old school buildings, which will soon be replaced. Annually we host a festive Christmas open house in the historic Harlow House, a September tour, a cemetery tour and eleven months of the year, on the last Tuesday of the month, excepting December, we co-host fascinating history programs at McMenamins Edgefield.
To keep up with us, become a member. We now have two ways to join. Print out and complete our membership application or sign up through our online store. You will receive a quarterly newsletter, updates on other activities, reduction in membership cost with the Oregon Historical Society, a 10% discount to our Barn Store, and even a part in running our museums. We have room for volunteers to learn and grow in historical work.
This year marks the 101st anniversary of the construction of the Historic Columbia River Highway, and we continue to educate visitors at our King of Roads exhibit describing the construction, destruction and rebuilding of the Columbia River Gorge scenic route.
Our programs in 2017 focus on local landmarks, buildings and sites in our community that tell the story of Troutdale, beginning in January with a look at Sweetbrier Farm, Cedar School and the Troutdale Methodist Episcopal Church. In April we offer a visual tour of local landmarks inviting guests to supply information about the sites, and in October we gather the students of Troutdale, Fairview and Wilkes elementary schools to remember their old school buildings, which will soon be replaced. Annually we host a festive Christmas open house in the historic Harlow House, a September tour, a cemetery tour and eleven months of the year, on the last Tuesday of the month, excepting December, we co-host fascinating history programs at McMenamins Edgefield.
To keep up with us, become a member. We now have two ways to join. Print out and complete our membership application or sign up through our online store. You will receive a quarterly newsletter, updates on other activities, reduction in membership cost with the Oregon Historical Society, a 10% discount to our Barn Store, and even a part in running our museums. We have room for volunteers to learn and grow in historical work.
A Bronze Clara by Katelynn Deleon Guerrero and Wendy J. Thompson
A Bronze Clara - A history of Troutdale's first woman mayor and the making of the her bronze monument commemorating diversity and distinction of the City of Troutdale.
This book is a collaboration of artisans, authors, researchers and photographers from high school students to the experienced mentors. The book can be purchased through Lulu.com or at the Barn Exhibit Hall - Barn Store gift shop, 732 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, Oregon. 100% of the profit from the sale of this book are donated to the Troutdale Historical Society. The bronze sculpture made possible by Troutdale's Community Enhancement Project grant. |
Clara Larsson Bronze
Sculptor: Marlena Nielsen Current location: Mayors Square - Troutdale, Oregon |
Mayors Square Mural - Troutdale, Oregon (1912-1923) - Artist: Duane Harty, Fall of 2016
Mayors Square Mural located on the corner of Dora Street and the Historic Columbia River Highway in downtown Troutdale, Oregon
Our Museums
Please note: The Depot Rail Museum is closed for renovation.
We maintain three museums, the Harlow House farmhouse built in 1900; the 1907 Depot Rail Museum complete with 1975 Union Pacific Caboose; and a Barn Exhibit Hall now showing our Historic Columbia River Highway exhibit. The museums educate the immediate community and visitors about the history of Troutdale and surrounding areas with rotating exhibits illustrating our unique and colorful history.
Thank you for supporting Oregon History
Abigail Scott Duniway casts a vote in Portland, 1914, OHS Library, Neg. Oreg 4601
On May 17, 2016, Multnomah County said “YES” to Oregon history and passed the Oregon Historical Society levy (Measure 26-174) with 70% approval. This allows all Multnomah County Residents free admission to the Historical Society museums in Multnomah County.
SHOP = DONATE
Shop at these participating stores and they will donate a percentage to the Troutdale Historical Society.
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Thank you to our wonderful sponsors!
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