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


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


See Our Exhibits
The Black Pioneers
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Letitia Carson: An Enduring Spirit of Hope and Freedom
Tillamook County Pioneer Museum
Tillamook, OR
Feb. 1, 2025 – Mar. 29, 2025
Racing to Change: Oregon’s Civil Rights Years
Forest Grove City Library
Forest Grove, OR
Mar. 3, 2025 – Apr. 3, 2025

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



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