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Preserving the History of Black Oregonians

Jump in to explore the extraordinary stories of Oregon’s Black history.

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Get to Know Us

Learn & Explore

Our stories, images, artifacts, and digital projects bring to life the 400+ year history of people of African descent in Oregon.

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See Our Exhibits

The Black Pioneers

Angus Bowmer Theatre
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Ashland, OR
August 11, 2025 – October 10, 2025

Letitia Carson: An Enduring Spirit of Hope and Freedom

Shelton McMurphey Johnson House
Eugene, OR
June 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025

Racing to Change: Oregon’s Civil Rights Years

Now available to rent! Click here for more.

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For Educators

Bring Oregon’s Black history into your classroom with our lesson plans and other K-12 offerings.

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Hire Our Team

Oregon Black Pioneers is at your service. Book a speaker for Black History Month, Juneteenth, or year-round! We’re available to support events, exhibits, and research projects.

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News & Events

The Quest Continues, Episode 7

It’s that time again–thanks for joining me for The Quest Continues, your one-stop shop for Black History Quest updates! It’s your host and fellow Pionerd,...

York Fest: Coming in October!

York Fest Portland, Oregon OCTOBER 17 – 25, 2025 York Fest is a celebration of Portland’s first Black ancestor. Nine Days. Six Events. One Community....

Where is Oregon Black Pioneers 2025?

Did you know? Oregon Black Pioneers does more than online history exhibits and digital projects. You can find us at talks, events, walking tours, presentations...

Black History Spotlight – Elena Carter Richardson

Elena Carter Richardson was a ballet dancer and instructor who was one of the most recognizable figures in the Pacific Northwest dance community for a...

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Oregon Black Pioneers’ work would not be possible without donations from people like you. Please support our nonprofit with a donation today!