Oregon Historical Society

Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosOregon, United States51-200 Employees

The Oregon Historical Society is a mid-sized cultural institution in Portland dedicated to making Oregon’s history visible and accessible. It preserves a broad collection of artifacts, photographs, films, manuscripts, books, and oral histories, and operates a research library that attracts scholars and individuals exploring family histories or neighborhood histories. The organization shares its holdings through museum exhibits and digital platforms, and it supports public education through lectures and events, contributing to the state’s collective memory.

It operates within the museums, historical sites, and zoos sector, serving researchers, archaeologists, filmmakers, architects, artists, and curious members of the public who seek to understand Oregon’s past. Based in Portland, the organization has worked for more than a century, with roots dating to 1898, and continues to present history through exhibits, the Oregon Historical Quarterly journal, and school programs. In recent years, it has participated in statewide commemorative initiatives tied to national anniversaries, including collaborations with the America250 Foundation as part of Oregon’s commemorative programs.

Sign up for free to view info

Email Format Employee directory