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
Albany Public Library
Sponsored by KinCultivate
Albany, OR
February 1, 2026 – February 28, 2026
Letitia Carson: An Enduring Spirit of Hope and Freedom
State Library of Oregon
Sponsored by the Oregon State Fire Marshal
Salem, OR
January 26, 2026 – February 26, 2026
Racing to Change: Oregon’s Civil Rights Years
Mary’s Woods
Lake Oswego, OR
February 1, 2026 – February 28, 2026
A Man Called York
Tillamook County Pioneer Museum
Tillamook, OR
January 2, 2026 – February 28, 2026
Education
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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