Oregon Heritage offers a variety of designations to recognize significant history and heritage efforts in the state. Explore the designations to learn if your community has or is eligible this kind of recognition.

The Oregon Heritage All-Star program is a way to recognize communities that make the most of their historic resources. By safeguarding important elements of the past, communities advance both “quality of life” and economic objectives while enhancing their unique community character.

The Oregon Heritage Tradition designation recognizes events more than 50 years old that represent what it means to be an Oregonian. Designated events are unique locally, regionally, and statewide. In short, these events add to the livability and identity of the state.

The Statewide Anniversary Commemoration designation recognizes historic events that have a proven significance to Oregon as a whole and are commemorated with activities that provide Oregonians meaningful opportunities to learn about and engage with the historical event. Statewide anniversary commemorations are opportunities to educate the public about historic events, communicate the value of heritage across the state, and present multiple perspectives of history.

The State Heritage Area program recognizes and promotes heritage conservation and economic development in regions with a distinct and significant historic character that represent important aspects of Oregon’s history. Designation recognizes both the high quality of the resources in the area and the effective performance of the organization responsible for furthering the goals of the heritage area.

To learn more about the types of Heritage Designations, please click this link: Heritage Designations, State of Oregon

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