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ODOT joins in celebration of state's 150th birthday
Transportation critical to state's history
Governor Kulongoski kicks off the Oregon 150 celebration.
Governor Kulongoski kicks off the Oregon 150 celebration.
On February 14, 2009, Oregon will celebrate its sesquicentennial. From now and throughout 2009, Oregon will commemorate its rich history in a variety of ways. Community celebrations, special events, distinctive projects and fun activities will give Oregonians numerous was to celebrate 150 years of statehood.
 
The Oregon Department of Transportation is joining in this celebration and will commemorate the sesquicentennial in several different ways, using our state’s 150th birthday as an opportunity to reflect on Oregon’s transportation history and take a look forward at our future.
 
This web site is designed to share information about the role transportation has played in Oregon’s 150 years of statehood. Click on the links to the right for historical information, photographs, events calendar, related web links and facts and figures.
 
Join us as we remember the past and plan for the future.
 

Transportation History Overview

Transportation plays an important role in Oregon's growth.

Timeline

Milestones in Oregon's transportation history.

Facts & Figures

Interesting facts about transportation past and present.

Links

Links to other Oregon history sites.
 
Page updated: August 29, 2008

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