Professor Stephen Dow Beckham of Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon, traces Oregon's history  to the present. He includes an extensive bibliography and chronology.

 

Facts come in all shapes and sizes. From state symbols to biographical sketches of notable Oregonians to descriptions of the state's economy, this section covers many facets of life in Oregon.

 

 

Oregon's present capitol has its origins in two fires. This interesting site provides a detailed explanation of the Capitol's years of existence including a timeline from 1855 through 2008.

 

 

A directory of Historical Museums in Oregon, categorized by county.

 

This historical society seeks to promote the understanding of how Oregon history enriches and helps guide our lives.

 

 

 

This site features a daily historical record of Oregon life.

 

View a brief narrative of Oregon's pre-statehood history. Note the most significant events related to Oregon from Spanish exploration in 1543 to statehood in 1859. Study images of original documents and put them in perspective using transcripts, background information, key terms, and discussion questions.