February 13, 2019
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The Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church congregation in Portland celebrating the 30th anniversary of O.B. Williams as pastor in 1975.
The Oregon Historical Society Research Library photo is part of a new Experience Oregon exhibit opening Thursday with free admission all
weekend.
Unforgettable Stories
‘Experience Oregon’ opens with free admission
Using broad themes connecting
yesterday to today and emphasiz-
ing why learning about history mat-
ters, the Oregon Historical Society
unveils a new 7,000 square foot
exhibition, Experience Oregon on
Thursday, Feb. 14.
The dynamic educational space
allows visitors to learn about the
countless people, places and events
that have shaped the state.
The opening date is also Oregon’s
160th birthday, and the museum will
celebrate the exhibit’s grand open-
ing with a blessing led by members
of the Confederated Tribes of the
Grande Ronde followed by a ribbon
cutting ceremony at noon.
Other celebrations during the
weekend include a Family Day
event filled with cultural perfor-
mances and activities on Saturday,
Feb. 16; and free admission all
weekend, Feb. 14 through Sunday,
Feb. 18.
“From priceless artifacts to
breathtaking images to unforgetta-
ble stories, there is truly something
for everyone in this exhibit,” said
Kerry Tymshuk, Oregon Historical
Society executive director.”
The Oregon Historical Society’s
museum is open seven days a week,
Monday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to
5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5
p.m.