
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.


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



News & Events
Oregon Black Pioneers is excited to announce that our Letitia Carson traveling exhibit will be on display at Tamastslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton this winter!...
A Year End Giveaway for OBP Donors! You’re a part of it all! From exhibits to publications to historical markers and more, Oregon Black...
Come on in! We’ve got a brand new virtual store! It’s easier than ever to get your own copies of our unique publications that help...
Oregon Black Pioneers’ Racing to Change traveling exhibit opens November 1 the Salem Public Library! Racing to Change: Oregon’s Civil Rights Years will be on display...
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