Oregon City in Clackamas County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Oregon City
Oregon History
Photographed By Kevin W., June 14, 2008
1. Oregon City Marker
Oregon City - supply point for pioneer emigrants was first located as a claim by Dr. John McLoughlin in 1829. The first provisional legislature of the Oregon Country was held here in 1843 and land and tax laws formulated. Oregon City was the capital of the Oregon Territory from 1845-1852. The first Protestant church (Methodist) west of the Rocky Mountains was dedicated in 1844 and the first newspaper (Oregon Spectator) and the first Masonic Lodge were established in 1846. (Marker Number M11.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1829.
Location. 45° 21.118′ N, 122° 36.851′ W. Marker is in Oregon City, Oregon, in Clackamas County. Marker is on McLoughlin Boulevard (Oregon Route 99) near S. 2nd Street, on the right when traveling south. In the parking area overlooking Willamette Falls. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Oregon City OR 97045, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Oregon City Falls (here, next to this marker); Peter Skene Ogden House (a few steps from this marker); Dr. John McLoughlin (within shouting distance of this marker); Larry G. Dahl (within shouting distance of this marker); Veterans Memorial Building
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Also see . . .
1. Oregon City. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on January 28, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. John McLoughlin (1784-1857). Oregon Encyclopedia website entry (Submitted on January 28, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
3. McLoughlin Memorial Association. Website homepage (Submitted on July 1, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.)
Photographed By Kevin W., June 14, 2008
2. Oregon City Marker and Willamette Falls
Photographed By Kevin W., June 14, 2008
3. Oregon City Mural
Credits. This page was last revised on January 28, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 1, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,577 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 1, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. 3. submitted on July 2, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.
