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
Angus Bowmer Theatre
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Ashland, OR
August 11, 2025 – October 10, 2025
Letitia Carson: An Enduring Spirit of Hope and Freedom
Wayne & Lynn Hamersly Library
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
October 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025
Racing to Change: Oregon’s Civil Rights Years
Now available to rent! Click here for more.
A Man Called York
Patricia Reser Center for the Arts
Beaverton, OR
October 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025
For Educators
Bring Oregon’s Black history into your classroom with our lesson plans and other K-12 offerings.
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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