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SUMMARY:Flag Day Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Flag Day on June 14 at the Columbia River Maritime Museum with a fun\, all-ages scavenger hunt! Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet and pencil from the Ford Room\, then explore the exhibitions to find four historically significant flags representing the years 1776\, 1859\, 1890\, and 1949. Find them all and claim your prize. Discover why each of these flags was chosen and what makes them a part of Oregon’s and America’s story. This event is included in regular museum admission. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nAccessible parking\nService animals welcome\nSensory-friendly accommodations
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/flag-day-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Columbia River Maritime Museum\, 1792 Marine Dr\, Astoria\, 97103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Columbia River Maritime Museum":MAILTO:menne@crmm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T120000
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SUMMARY:An Old-Fashioned Flag Day at Fort Dalles
DESCRIPTION:Join Fort Dalles Museum on June 14 for a special Flag Day celebration that is rooted in local history. In 1907\, Civil War veterans living in The Dalles presented the museum with a new American flag. More than a century later\, Fort Dalles is bringing that spirit back to life. \nThis family-friendly event features patriotic music by The Dalles Cascade Singers\, costumed interpreters\, a flag-raising by local Scouts BSA\, and a special presentation on the history of the American flag by Chris Garza\, executive director of the Troutdale Historical Society. \nCome enjoy a day for family fun and learning at Fort Dalles! \nAttendees are encouraged to “get in the spirit” and wear costumes/clothing reminiscent of the turn-of-the-20th-century. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nService animals welcome
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/an-old-fashioned-flag-day-at-fort-dalles/
LOCATION:Fort Dalles Museum\, 500 West 15th Street\, The Dalles\, 97058\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T160000
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SUMMARY:Flag Retirement Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join the Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum (WAAAM) on June 14 for a respectful Flag Retirement Ceremony in honor of Flag Day. This meaningful event provides the community with a dignified way to properly retire worn or unserviceable American flags. The ceremony will be conducted in accordance with traditional protocols and reflects the values of service\, remembrance\, and civic pride. \nSponsored jointly by the Hood River branches of the American Legion\, the Veterans of Foreign Wars\, and the Elks Club\, this event brings the community together in shared respect for our nation’s symbol. Everyone is welcome\, and attendees are invited to bring their own flags for retirement. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nAccessible parking
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/flag-retirement-ceremony/
LOCATION:Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum\, 1600 Air Museum Road\, Hood River\, 97031\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum":MAILTO:events@waaamuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T103036
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SUMMARY:Oregon Folklife Residency: H’Klumaiyat-Roberta Kirk
DESCRIPTION:The National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center (NHOTIC)\, with thanks to the James and Marion Miller Foundation\, will host an “Oregon Folklife Residency\,” a 7-month partnership with the Oregon Folklife Network. \nCrossroads Carnegie Art Center\, the friends organization for NHOTIC\, reached out to the Oregon Folklife Network to develop a plan to bring Oregon Cultural Keepers to Eastern Oregon to share their traditions in 2026 as part of the Oregon 250 Celebrations. \nFrom June 18 to June 20\, NHOTIC welcomes H’Klumaiyat-Roberta Kirk\, Tenino and Wasq’u regalia maker\, food gatherer\, bead and dentalium work from Warm Springs. She is a designated food gatherer for the Simnasho Longhouse in Warm Springs\, runs sweats\, serves as archives and museum collections manager for the Museum at Warm Springs\, and has consulted for museums on Native American objects and belongings. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nAccessible parking\nService animals welcome
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/oregon-folklife-residency-hklumaiyat-roberta-kirk/
LOCATION:National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center\, 22267 OR Hwy-86\, Baker City\, 97814\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center":MAILTO:ginger@crossroads-arts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T190000
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SUMMARY:Consider This with Naomi Shihab Nye
DESCRIPTION:Join Oregon Humanities for a conversation with the extraordinary poet and novelist Naomi Shihab Nye about nations and communities. What makes this nation\, the United States\, what it is? How do nations change over time\, and what moves those changes? How do communities become what we hope them to be? How should we strive to live together in community? \nNaomi Shihab Nye was born in St. Louis\, Missouri\, to a Palestinian father and an American mother. During her high school years\, she lived in Ramallah in Palestine and the Old City in Jerusalem. She is the author of several collections of poetry as well as the young-adult novel Habibi. She currently lives in San Antonio\, Texas. \nThis conversation is part of our 2025–2026 Consider This series\, Beyond 250\, exploring the meaning and impacts of the nation’s semiquincentennial. \nTickets are $15 and can be purchased through the Alberta Rose website. \nTo ensure that everyone who wants to attend is able to\, a limited number of tickets are available for free. Use this form to request a free ticket. \nCan’t make it in person? The conversation will be streamed live\, for free\, on the Oregon Humanities YouTube channel\, and will remain available for viewing after the program. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nAccessible parking
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/consider-this-with-naomi-shihab-nye/
LOCATION:Alberta Rose Theatre\, 3000 NE Alberta Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97211
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260621T150000
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SUMMARY:A Beat Happening Summer Frequencies Showcase
DESCRIPTION:A Beat Happening celebrates its 9th anniversary with the Summer Frequencies Showcase on Sunday\, June 21\, 2026\, from 3–7pm at L’Atelier Yaffe\, a Black-owned gallery and café on Portland’s inner Eastside. This free\, all-ages event brings together leading local Portland music collectives — including A Beat Happening\, Let Her Cook\, The Thesis\, Global Based\, Hungry Hungry Hip Hop\, Skratcher Portland\, and DJ Klyph — for an afternoon celebrating Portland’s independent music culture\, creative collaboration\, and community connections. \nHosted by Luvjonez and Free Tillman\, the showcase centers BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ artists through live performances\, DJ sets\, and multi-genre sounds spanning hip hop\, electronic\, turntablism\, and experimental music. Community partner tables and local Portland-area vendors and organizations will also be featured. \nThis event is sponsored by the City of Portland\, Portland Events & Film\, and Prosper Portland. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nAccessible parking\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nService animals welcome
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/a-beat-happening-summer-frequencies-showcase/
LOCATION:L’Atelier Yaffe\, 111 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Portland\, 97232\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Beat Happening":MAILTO:abeathappening@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T170000
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SUMMARY:Music in the Pines: La Pine's Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Pines is La Pine’s community concert series\, offering live music\, local food\, vendors\, and relaxed summer evenings in the beautiful outdoor setting of La Pine Parks and Recreation. Featuring local bands and community-centered activities\, the series gives residents and visitors a true taste of La Pine’s culture\, creativity\, and natural beautity — and a chance to connect with neighbors and support local businesses in the welcoming spirit the community is known for. \nThe series runs every two weeks from June 11 through August 20\, 2026. At the opening event\, a University of Oregon team will partner with LPRD to gather community feedback that will help guide the district’s 2026-2030 master plan. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nAccessible parking
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/music-in-the-pines-la-pines-summer-concert-series-3/
LOCATION:La Pine Parks and Recreation\, 16405 1st Street\, La Pine\, 97739\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="La Pine Parks and Recreation District":MAILTO:hayley@communitybasedconsulting.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T103036
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SUMMARY:Telling the Story: America at 250 Years
DESCRIPTION:Umatilla County Historical Society (UCHS) will be collecting stories from March 1 through July 4\, 2026. Museum staff will attend multiple events around the county to deliver archival paper to communities who wish to participate. \nOn June 27\, Heritage Station will host “share your story\,” a day set aside for those wishing to contribute their stories to stop in and submit them. \nStaff and volunteers will be on hand to help\, and archival materials will be provided! There will also be drop off points around the county for those who are unable to attend on June 27. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nAccessible parking\nService animals welcome
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/telling-the-story-america-at-250-years/
LOCATION:Heritage Station Museum\, 108 SW Frazer Avenue\, Pendleton\, OR\, 97801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T150000
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SUMMARY:Archaeology & Culture Keepers Roadshow: Harney County
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 7th annual Archaeology & Culture Keepers Roadshow in Harney County on Saturday\, June 27. The 2026 theme is “Fire & Water\,” fundamental to the human story for all times and places. The Harney County Cultural Coalition has assembled artisans and craftspeople who will be demonstrating traditional skills such as saddle making and silver work\, beading and basketry\, and rawhide and horsehair braiding. Come celebrate and learn from these “Culture Keepers\,” while listening to live music scheduled throughout the day\, and enjoying local on-site food. Learn about ongoing heritage projects and ways you can get involved. Attendees can also bring personal objects (stone tools\, pottery\, animal bones) you wish to learn more about to a panel of experts. No financial appraisals are given.  \nThis free family friendly event gives visitors of all ages the chance to learn about Oregon’s past and its connection to us today. \nAbout Archaeology Roadshow \nThis event is one of five Archaeology Roadshows taking place across Oregon in 2026. The home organization is based out of Portland State University\, which works closely with local planning committees to put on each event. Besides supporting heritage education\, the Roadshow helps build community among organizations and individuals across the state who are passionate about heritage\, stewardship\, and public education. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nAccessible parking\nService animals welcome
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/archaeology-culture-keepers-roadshow-harney-county/
LOCATION:Hines City Park\, Hines\, 97730\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Archaeology Roadshow":MAILTO:archshow@pdx.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T103036
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T031024Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond Borders Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Oregon Bach Festival presents Beyond Borders\, a powerful concert exploring how music tells the story of America. Across generations\, composers displaced by war\, persecution\, or political upheaval found refuge in the United States\, bringing new voices and traditions with them. This stirring program highlights the power of art to survive and flourish through tumult\, reinvention\, and hope. This concert honors America as a living\, evolving mosaic of cultures\, voices\, and experiences. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nAccessible parking\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nService animals welcome
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/beyond-borders-concert/
LOCATION:Beall Concert Hall\, 961 E 18th Avenue\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon Bach Festival":MAILTO:ahinojo5@uoregon.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T103036
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SUMMARY:Hinkle Distinguished Lecture: Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate
DESCRIPTION:Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate is a dedicated American Indian classical composer and pianist who expresses his native culture in symphonic music\, ballet\, and opera. His compositions have been commissioned by major North American orchestras and ensembles\, and his works are performed throughout the world. \nOregon Bach Festival 2026 presents the world premiere of his Friendship Songs on July 1\, and the West Coast premiere of his American Indian Symphony on July 2.
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/hinkle-distinguished-lecture-jerod-impichchaachaaha-tate/
LOCATION:Many Nations Longhouse\, 1630 Columbia Street\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon Bach Festival":MAILTO:ahinojo5@uoregon.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T210000
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CREATED:20260313T031353Z
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SUMMARY:Voices of Our Land Concert
DESCRIPTION:America is a land of many traditions\, cultures\, and voices that come together to create something entirely new. In this special collaboration\, the Oregon Bach Festival and Chamber Music Northwest honor our country’s incredibly diverse musical heritage and rich tapestry of traditions by weaving Dvořák’s American Quintet with groundbreaking works by the innovative Henry Cowell and American Indian composer\, Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate. \nEvent Accessibility: \n\nAccessible parking\nWheelchair-accessible venue\nService animals welcome
URL:https://www.oregon250.org/event/voices-of-our-land-concert/
LOCATION:Beall Concert Hall\, 961 E 18th Avenue\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon Bach Festival":MAILTO:ahinojo5@uoregon.edu
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