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Oregon Zoo Speakers Bureau

pam — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 04:56:04 +0000

Learn more about the Oregon Zoo, its residents and its efforts to save rare and endangered species! FOR NO CHARGE, A Zoo representative will visit your meeting place with a visual presentation and share the latest information from the zoo. We offer talks on several topics and effort will be made to include specific information that may be interesting to your group of adults.

Current topics include:

21st Century Zoo– Zoos have change rapidly in the last 50 years. Gone are the days of having one of everything in sterile artificial environments. Today’s zoos are modern facilities that provide naturalistic exhibits for our animals that are living in natural social groups. Learn how zoo professionals care for the mental and physical well-being of our animals and develop an appreciation for all creatures through our education programs.

Conservation at the Oregon Zoo– The Oregon Zoo actively participates in the conservation of species around the world. See how our zoo is supporting conservationists working in the field around the world. Closer to home the Oregon Zoo is raising species native to the Pacific Northwest to ensure they continue into the future.

We will come to your meeting location (within 50 miles of the Zoo) OR you can have your meeting at the zoo, include a presentation and a catered meal then tour the zoo! Click on the link to learn more and to schedule a speaker!

http://www.oregonzoo.org/Groups/speakers.cfm

Contact: Tracy Modde

Phone: (503)220-2781

The Bomber Restaurant in Milwaukie

pam — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 02:53:13 +0000

Classic American Diner with delicious “comfort food”, in Milwaukie, Oregon. Our Aviation Themed menu reflects a bygone era and WWII History. We also have a WWII museum on site! A great day trip for any group. Learn how The Bomber came to Oregon and what the future holds for this World Famous B-17G Flying Fortress.

Located at 13515 Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard in Milwaukie

See our website for menus. Homemade soups and great desserts. We also have space for large groups–call us!

Phone: (503)654-6491

Email: terry@thebomber.com

Website: www.thebomber.com

Old Aurora Colony Museum

pam — Fri, 14 May 2010 06:52:33 +0000

Visit the Old Aurora Colony Museum, which tells the story of a German Christian Communal Society from 1856-1883. Arrange a guided tour or do a self-guided tour, throughout the 5 building complex. The Museum features a variety of exhibits, and events during the year, such as the Strawberry Festival in June and the Aurora Colony Days in August!

Check out our website for more information!

Location: 15018 Second St NE, in Aurora, Oregon

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11 am -4pm and Sunday noon-4; closed the month of January

Phone: (503)678-5754

Email: info@auroracolony.org

Website: www.auroracolony.org

Two Rivers Heritage Museum

pam — Fri, 14 May 2010 03:23:22 +0000

Visit the Two Rivers Heritage Museum in Washougal, Washington! The Museum is part of the Camas-Washougal Historical Society. Explore fascinating Family Histories, Photos, Land Records and local history for East Clark County and Western Skamania County. Brand new Carriage House showcases our new carriage exhibit! Over 6000 photographs and 200 oral histories including pioneering families of East Clark County. Native American artifacts and antique baskets. Art, antiques and memorabilia including antique dolls and toys, household furniture and kitchen gadgets, books, clothing, and items from East Clark County, Camas and Washougal’s historic business and pioneer heritage. Books, local craft items and keepsakes. Explore east Clark County and our ‘two rivers’ : The mighty Columbia and wild Washougal.

Location: 1 Dugan Street, Washougal, Washington (across from the Pendleton Store)

Hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 3pm

Admission: $3 for adults, $2 for seniors

Parking lot across the street at Pendleton Woolen Mills

Phone: (360)835-8742

Email: referenceroom@trhm.comcastbiz.net

Website: www.2rhm.com

The Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill-Salem, Oregon

pam — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 07:43:57 +0000

The Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill in Salem preserves and shares the history of the 1834 Oregon Methodist Mission, 1843 Oregon Pioneers and the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill, which produced wool products from 1889 to 1962.The Mill has been designated an American Treasure by the National Park Service! On your visit you will see preserved Mission houses, an Oregon Trail settler’s house, a historic church and the structures, equipment, and original water-powered turbine of the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill with related artifacts. There’s always something new to see at the Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill! Exhibits change frequently, ranging from those locally prepared to ones that tour nationally!

Guided tours (individual and group) by pre-arrangement.

We are always looking for interested volunteers to help run the Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill, too!

Please see our website for more information on exhibits, speakers, hands-on activities, special events, the museum store, and more. Make time for scrumptious tea or lunch at the Mission Mill Cafe!

Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill

Location: 1313 Mill Street SE, Salem, Oregon
Phone: (503)585-7012

Email: kathleens@willametteheritage.org
Website: http://www.willametteheritage.org

World Forestry Center

pam — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 23:01:19 +0000

The World Forestry Center Discovery Museum is a hands-on and interactive experience that takes visitors around the globe focusing on the forests of the world and environmental sustainability. Traveling exhibits rotate throughout the year and offer visitors a more in depth look at culture and humanities. The World Forest Center also offers many popular special events. Group guided tours and cabin rentals are available for Magness Tree Farm. Please visit our website for more information!

Phone: 503-228-1367

E Mail: mail@worldforestry.org

Website: www.worldforestry.org

Traveling Museum of Oregon Prehistory–Dr.Leland Gilsen

pam — Sun, 24 May 2009 20:59:16 +0000

Dr. Leland Gilsen, who for 24 years was the official Archaeologist for the State of Oregon, brings his Traveling Museum of Oregon Prehistory to you, through a display of replica and reproduction artifacts of Oregon cultures going back 14,000 years! Dr. Gilsen provides his programs on a donation basis, and requests reimbursement for travel beyond the Salem area.

Phone: (Salem) 503-362-0792

Email: lelandgilsen@msn.com

Website: www.oregon-archaeology.com

Aprons: Memories from the Past, with Bobbe Schafer

pam — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 22:52:21 +0000

A fascinating one-hour presentation on the history of aprons from the 1940′s to the 1970′s. Using historical photos and her collection of vintage aprons, Bobbe shares the stories of women and their aprons! She travels a wide area, check with her about when she can do a program at your facility!

Contact: Bobbe Schafer

Phone: (541)923-1854

NOTE NEW E- MAIL!

Email: bobbe@cbbmail.com

Website: www.bobbeschafer.com

McLoughlin House National Park Unit-Oregon City

pam — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 20:00:29 +0000

The McLoughlin House, at 719 Center Street in Oregon City, was built in 1845 by Dr. John McLoughlin, the Father of Oregon. Currently closed for the winter, McLoughlin House re-opens February 10. It is open Wednesdays through Saturdays 10-4 and Sundays 1-4, with free admission. The house, owned and operated by the National Park Service, is furnished with many McLoughlin family items. Tours are guided by docents in period clothing. Please call to arrange group tours. We have a great gift shop! Tours start in the neighboring Barclay House.

Starting the 2nd Saturday in February, and every 2nd Saturday the rest of the year, the National Park Service and McLoughlin Association offers FREE classes and/or lectures in Victorian Handcrafts!

*Please contact us for information on how we accommodate those with walkers and wheelchairs

Contact: John Salisbury

Phone: 503-656-5151

Email: John_Salisbury@nps.gov

Website: www.nps.gov/fova/historyculture/mcloughlin-house.htm

The History Museum of Hood River County

pam — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 02:01:40 +0000

This exceptional historical museum offers a unique collection of memorabilia from everyday life, from the early Native American cultures to contemporary windsurfing and fruit industry. Special exhibits include: WWII Japanese Internment, 1930′s Kitchen, Turn of the Century Doctors Office and an early horse drawn laundry sleigh. The museum is open from Spring Vacation to Halloween, however, special tours may be scheduled during winter months if needed. Call ahead for hours and to make arrangements for special tour guide services and activities.

Phone: (541)386-6772

Email: thehistorymuseum@hrecn.net

Website: www.co.hood-river.or.us/museum