Lane County Historical Society

Web Resources

Partners

Oregon Historical Society: www.ohs.org; The Oregon Historical Society's mission is preserving and interpreting Oregon's past in thoughtful, illuminating, and provocative ways.
Oregon Museums Association: www.oregonmuseums.org; The Oregon Museums Association (OMA) is a non-profit membership organization that provides resources and services to over 200 museums, cultural institutions and associated professionals throughout Oregon. The OMA serves as an advocate for museums who actively promote the collection, preservation, exhibition, and interpretation of artistic, historic, scientific and cultural materials, sites, practices, and ideas.
Leave a Legacy: www.leavealegacy.org; LEAVE A LEGACY is a campaign conducted by the National Committee on Planned Giving to inspire people like you to make charitable bequests.
Oregon Cultural Trust: www.culturaltrust.org; The Cultural Trust is a statewide cultural plan to raise significant new funds to invest in Oregon's arts, humanities and heritage. Funds will be distributed to local communities to support their cultural priorities, through competitive grants for projects of regional and statewide significance, and through grants to Oregon's statewide cultural agencies to support their ongoing efforts.
Oregon Council for the Humanities: www.oregonhum.org; The Oregon Council for the Humanities seeks to improve the quality of life for Oregonians by providing programs that enrich minds and broaden perspectives, foster positive human relationships, encourage civility and good citizenship, and bring together the diverse peoples who make up our statewide culture. OCH is an independent affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities and is supported by gifts from the Oregon Cultural Trust and individuals and foundations throughout Oregon.
Lane County Cultural Coalition: www.laneculture.net; The Lane County Cultural Coalition advances its vision through the distribution of Community Cultural Participation Grant funds from the Oregon Cultural Trust in accordance with the Lane County Cultural Plan and the direction of the Oregon Cultural Trust.
Historic Eugene Voices & Places: www.historiceugene.com; A website dedicated to gathering into one place some of the voices and places of Eugene's past.
History of the Mowhawk Valley, Oregon: mohawk.historiceugene.com; This site has information regarding all aspects of the Mohawk Valley in Oregon. The region has had numerous schools and historic sites over the years, many of which have disappeared over time. This site will help you discover the lost treasures of the area.

National Resources

National Trust for Historic Preservation: www.nationaltrust.org; The National Trust provides leadership, education, advocacy and resources to save America's diverse historic places and revitalize our communities. Founded in 1949, the National Trust for Historic Preservation is a private, nonprofit membership organization dedicated to saving historic places and revitalizing America's communities. Staff at the Washington, DC, headquarters, six regional offices and 28 historic sites work with the Trusts 270,000 members and thousands of preservation groups in all 50 states.
American Association of Museums: www.aam-us.org; AAM’s mission is to enhance the value of museums to their communities through leadership, advocacy, and service.
Institute of Museum and Library Services: www.imls.gov; The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s 122,000 libraries and 17,500 museums.
American Association for State and Local History: www.aaslh.org; The American Association for State and Local History provides leadership, service, and support for its members, who preserve and interpret state and local history in order to make the past more meaningful in American Society.
Society of American Archivists: www.archivists.org
Common Ground: commonground.cr.nps.gov; Common Ground, the award-winning magazine from the National Park Service, offers an in-depth look at the nationwide effort to preserve our heritage in all its forms.
US National Archives: www.archives.gov
Library of Congress: www.loc.gov

Regional Resources

Benton County Museum: www.bentoncountymuseum.org; The Benton County Historical Museum artifact collection comprises approximately 66,000 items that illustrate the diverse themes of our Benton County, Oregon heritage. This extensive collection of Benton County related history materials includes 22,000 objects, maps, books, and documents, and approximately 44,000 images. Areas of collecting are based on local themes ranging from logging to technology to the arts, as well as specific topics such as Camp Adair, a World War II Military cantonment, and Philomath College, a United Brethren College that now houses the Museum.
MUSE: www.museumslanecounty.org; The Lane County Historical Museum is a member of MUSE. This consortium exists to strengthen the museum community in our area; supporting and promoting our diverse and vibrant cultures, resources, and history.
Oregon Museums Association: www.oregonmuseums.org; Oregon Museums Association is a statewide membership organization serving the needs of museums and related institutions, large and small, across Oregon.
Oregon Historical Society: www.ohs.org
The Oregon History Project: www.ohs.org; An online resource for learning about Oregon’s past.
UO Special Collections & University Archives: libweb.uoregon.edu; Special Collections provides an unmatched and irreplaceable record of Northwest history and culture. Its treasures include 40,000 rare books; a notable collection of illuminated medieval manuscripts; a growing collection of fine press books; nearly 500,000 photographic images including rare glass plate negatives documenting regional histories; one of the nation's leading children's literature collections; and the personal papers of notable Western writers and statesmen such as former Oregon Senator Wayne Morse.
Oregon State Archives: arcweb.sos.state.or.us; The Oregon State Archives provides access to the permanently valuable records of Oregon government.
State Historic Preservation Office: www.oregon.gov; The State Historic Preservation Office works in partnership with individuals, organizations and government entities to help identify various ways to preserve and use historic sites and places.
The Legacy Tree Program: www.eugenetreefoundation.org
The Covered Bridge Society of Oregon: www.covered-bridges.org; The Covered Bridge Society of Oregon was founded in 1978 to ensure that Oregon's covered bridges would be preserved for future generations. Members work with legislators, local governments, news organizations and historical societies to provide funding, maintenance and protection to save the state's roofed bridges.
Oregon Genealogical Society: www.rootsweb.com
RootsWeb Lane County: www.rootsweb.com
Genealogical Forum of Oregon: www.gfo.org; The Genealogical Forum of Oregon, Inc., provides extensive resources for historical and family research.

For Kids

Fun and educational web sites designed for kids.

A General History of Lane County: arcweb.sos.state.or.us; This is an excellent introduction to Lane County history and a great starting point for research.
American Pioneers: library.thinkquest.org; A fantastic site that provides children with a descriptive and accurate view of what life was really like for pioneers on the Oregon Trail. Includes pioneer recipes, how-to articles, activities, and links to other fun sites.
Smithsonian - History & Culture for Kids: www.smithsonianeducation.org; A variety of articles, games and activities for kids on a diverse range of topics from the Presidency to the Wright Brothers.
Tracking the Buffalo: www.americanhistory.si.edu; Unique and interesting activities that explore the role of bison (commonly called buffalo) in the lives of the American Indians of the northern plains. Created by the Smithsonian Musuem of American History, this site also includes activities for teachers.
Building a Sod House: americanhistory2.si.edu; Discover clues, answer questions, and watch your sod house grow! Kids learn about a common pioneer home and also have the opportunity to explore other activities. Another fun site developed by the Smithsonian.
Lane County's Ghost Towns!: www.ghosttowns.com; Kids can learn about Oregon's ghost towns, including three in Lane County. Parents can get driving directions to the abandoned towns of Bohemia City, Wendling, and Mabel, all of which are just a short drive from Eugene/Springfield!
Coming Soon!: www.lanecountyhistoricalsociety.org; Check back for more links and an expanded Education section!

Learn More about Lane County Historical Society & Museum (Link)

It's easy to plan your next visit to the Lane County Historical Museum!
We're Open: Tuesday through Saturday
10 am to 4 pm; Closed Sundays and Mondays
Affordable Admission: Adults $3.00; Seniors $2.00; Youth (15 - 17) $.75; Free unlimited admission for Society members!
We’re easy to find next to the Lane County Fairgrounds: If you’re heading east on 13th Avenue, you’ll see our building between Monroe and Jefferson on the right. Look for a sign that says, “Museum Entrance”
The address is 740 W. 13th Ave.; Get directions here
Mailing Address: Lane County Historical Society; P.O. Box 5407
Eugene, OR 97405-3819
Free Parking: There’s plenty of free parking in the lot east of the Museum at the corner of 13th and Jefferson. Walk through the gates to enter the Fairgrounds. Walk past the white Clerk’s Building on your right and turn right for the Museum entrance.
Handicapped Access: The Main Exhibition Hall and Museum Store are accessible.
Shopping & Food: Shop at our Museum Store, open during regular hours. Members always receive a discount! There are many restaurants in nearby downtown Eugene. No food or drink is allowed in the Museum.