Events Calendar
 What's Happening? From our interactive museum exhibits to our Research Library to our premier meeting and event space, there's always something fun happening at the Oregon Historical Society. See below for upcoming events.
May - August 2012 Calendar of Events click here (PDF) May 7 – 12
Teddy Roosevelt’s Oregon Roadshow, a live history performance, will visit schools, museums, and historical societies across Oregon May 7-12 in a tour organized by the Oregon Historical Society and sponsored by Wells Fargo. Famed Teddy Roosevelt impersonator Joe Wiegand will be joined on the tour by OHS Executive Director Kerry Tymchuk and Wells Fargo History Museum Manager Steve Greenwood. Wiegand has been bringing T.R. to life for years with his unparalleled grasp of history and uncanny resemblance to the 26th president. His depth of knowledge about the personal anecdotes in Roosevelt’s life make his audiences feel they are truly in the presence of Teddy himself. The tour will include stops in Beaverton, Eugene, Klamath Falls, Sisters, Salem, Prineville and Portland, among other cities. More Information Saturday, May 12, 11:30 AM
Please join us for the Oregon Historical Society’s 2012 Annual Meeting of the Membership. The program will begin at noon, and admission is free to all. The Annual Meeting is an opportunity for you to learn about accomplishments at OHS during 2011 and our plans for 2012 and beyond.
Following the meeting, you are invited to enjoy a special presentation by Joe Wiegand, nationally recognized Teddy Roosevelt impersonator, who will give a special presentation following the meeting. Mr. Wiegand brings Teddy to life with an unparalleled grasp of history and an uncanny way of convincing you that you are in the company of the great Rough Rider President. Please click here for more information and a schedule of events, as well as biographies for the individuals nominated to the Oregon Historical Society Board of Directors. Rex Ziak The tragic and lonely life of a sailing captian's wife Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 7 PM At the First Congregational Church
Rex Ziak is a writer and historian, known for his study on the early explorers. He is the author of several books including his most recent publication In Full View. After careful study of the Lewis and Clark expedition’s journals and of the geography of the Columbia River estuary, Ziak precisely delineated the final leg of the expedition’s approach to the Pacific Ocean. In 2004, Ziak testified before Congress in support of the Lewis and Clark National and State Historical Parks. The next year he published a fold-out map and guide to the route taken by the expedition. As a documentarian and cinematographer, his work under assignment from ABC Television received an Emmy in 1993. May Family Day - All Things Architecture! Saturday, May 19, 11 AM - 3 PM Free for Kids!
Be one of the first to see the new OHS exhibit, The Architecture and Legacy of Pietro Belluschi. Take a walking tour at noon led by historian William F. Willingham of buildings in downtown Portland designed by Belluschi and his firm A.E. Doyle & Associates. (Space is limited - to reserved a spot on the walking tour please call 503.222.1741). Visit with local experts in architecture & design, and discover new information about your home in an old City Directory. Kids can also design their own architectural creation out of YUMMY building materials! History Pub: Screening of Finding David Douglas with Q&A by the filmmaker, Lois Leonard Monday, May 21, 7 PM Lecture at McMenamins Kennedy School
Finding David Douglas transports viewers to England and Scotland; treks through locations in Oregon, Washington, California and British Columbia; sweeps across the high Canadian Rockies to remote York Factory on Hudson Bay; and reaches Douglas's mysterious final destination on the Big Island of Hawaii. The film focuses on Douglas's groundbreaking contributions to science, and details his relations within the multi-cultural community of the Hudson's Bay Company and the many Indian tribes he visited. This hour-long documentary is produced by the Oregon Cultural Heritage Commission in collaboration with Forestry Commission Scotland and the U.S. Forest Service. Join us for beer and history, sponsored by the Oregon Historical Society, Holy Names Heritage Center and McMenamins. Saturday, May 19, 10 a.m. – Noon (Rescheduled - May 26) At the Oregon Historical Society Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non members RSVP: libreference@ohs.org or 503-306-5240 (Space is limited so sign up soon!)
Have you just started digging up your roots with a hand trowel? Or maybe you’re not even sure which shovel to begin with! Then let the research library staff teach you basic tools and methods for unearthing your family history. (Warning: You might enjoy it so much, you’ll want to turn your trowel in for a tractor!)
May 26th Program: Research Steps Terms & Definitions RootsMagic Essentials Research Logs Organization Where to Research An Evening with The Schonz Tuesday, June 5, 7 PM Free for members, $10 for non members RSVP: communications@ohs.org or 503-306-5214 if you would like to attend.
As any true Oregonian knows, on June 5, 1977, the Portland Trailblazers won their first and only NBA Championship. On the 35th anniversary of that championship, Blazer broadcasting legend Bill Schonely--aka "The Schonz"--will share his memories of that championship year, and of a remarkable broadcasting career that earned him a place in the Basketball Hall of Fame. Members' Exhibit Opening Reception: Oregon Voices Friday, June 8, 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Members are invited to join us for the grand unveiling of Oregon Voices: Change and Challenge in Modern Oregon History. Enjoy food, drink, and be one of the first to see the Oregon History Museum's new permanent exhibit about the issues and events that have shaped Oregon in the last half of the 20th century. Space is limited, please RSVP to 503.306.5211 or email communications@ohs.org if you are planning to attend. Douglas Brinkley on Walter Cronkite Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 7 PM First Congregational Church $20 for OHS members, $25 for general admission tickets
Acclaimed author and historian Douglas Brinkley will share a fascinating lecture surrounding the release of his latest book, Cronkite. In Cronkite, Brinkley presents the definitive, revealing biography of an American legend: renowned news anchor Walter Cronkite. Brinkley has drawn upon recently disclosed letters, diaries, and other artifacts at the recently opened Cronkite Archive to bring detail and depth to this deeply personal portrait. He also interviewed nearly two hundred of Cronkite's closest friends and colleagues, using their voices to instill dignity and humanity in this study of one of America's most beloved and trusted public figures. Douglas Brinkley is a professor of history at Rice University. Seven of Brinkley's books have been selected as New York Times Notable Books of the Year. One of his most recent books The Wilderness Warrior, became an instant New York Times best-seller. Brinkley is a contributing editor to Vanity Fair and The Los Angeles Times Book Review. Sunday Lecture Pietro Belluschi: A Son's Insights into His Life and Work by Anthony Belluschi FAIA, son of Pietro, designer and co-curator of The Architecture and Legacy of Pietro Belluschi Sunday, July 22, 2 PM OHS Madison Room
Pietro Belluschi FAIA (1899–1994) was one of Oregon’s leading architects, nationally recognized as a prominent contributor to the style known as Pacific Northwest Regionalism and as a renowned Modernist. With over forty years of practice as an architect himself, Pietro's son, Tony, has a unique perspective on his father’s life and work. Tony will share his memories of Pietro as a father, adviser, mentor and friend, and also give insights about Pietro's influence on architecture and our built environment. This presentation will highlight new perspectives gained while researching Pietro's career for the Oregon Historical Society exhibit. He will also discuss items displayed at OHS that are from the family's private collection. After the presentation, Tony will provide a brief walk-through of the exhibit for those who are interested. Save the Date! 45th Annual Holiday Cheer A Celebration of Oregon Authors Sunday, December 2, 2012 Noon - 4 PM
Calling all Oregon authors: Interested in showcasing your book at Holiday Cheer? Oregon authors who have published in 2012 are invited to apply to the 2012 Holiday Cheer event. For more information click here. Want to be the first to find out about new events and exhibits at OHS? Sign up for our e-mail list Oregon Experience From historical biographies to issues and events that have shaped our state, Oregon Experience is an exciting television series co-produced by OPB and the Oregon Historical Society. The series explores Oregon's rich past and helps all of us — from natives to newcomers — gain a better understanding of the historical, social and political fabric of our state.
Each half-hour show brings to life fascinating characters — both familiar and forgotten — who've played key roles in building our state into the unique place we call home. |
