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A Glimpse Into Oregon’s Immigrant Past

Kam Wah Chung highlights the enterprising efforts of two Chinese settlers

Brian JenningsNovember 16, 2016April 21, 2024

They came to find employment in order to help support their families back in China. Some were farm laborers. Some constructed the railroads. Others worked in the mines and forests. Some became cooks; others opened laundries. Portland, Corvallis, Eugene, Jacksonville, John Day, Pendleton, La Grande and Baker City all had substantial populations of Chinese laborers […]

Best Of Central Oregon

Best Reason to Visit Eastern Oregon

Kam Wah Chung State Heritage Site

Annette BenedettiAugust 10, 2016January 4, 2023

Oregon’s part in the Wild West was all about timber, fur, and gold. These resources were hard earned and provided opportunities to only the hardiest people of the time. At first glance, Eastern Oregon’s history rarely evokes thoughts of diversity, but the Kam Wah Chung & Co. Museum gives visitors a unique glimpse into the […]

Outside

Go Here 4/13-4/20

Brian JenningsApril 13, 2016November 8, 2024

Oregon’s Nordic Ski History It may be spring, but Nordic ski enthusiasts have an opportunity to learn about the history of Nordic skiing in Central Oregon at the Deschutes County Historical Museum. This exhibits runs through November 2016. The 1,200-square-foot interactive exhibit details the strong influence of the Scandinavian culture that pushed Central Oregon to […]

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