Bend in Deschutes County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Pioneer Homesite
of Clyde and Olive McKay
and sons Duncan and Gordon
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 8, 2020
1. Pioneer Homesite Marker
Clyde McKay first came to Bend in 1900 and returned every year thereafter until he moved his family to Bend in 1911. That same year he formed the Bend Company, which purchased the Drake holdings, including the original townsite, a sawmill and power company. He was a pioneer leader in the early development of Bend and through his foresight saved the riverfront property, purchased by the City in 1921, for creation of the present Drake Park. Olive McKay was active in community affairs. Duncan was a local attorney and Gordon serve this District as State Senator from 1965 to 1973.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 44° 3.542′ N, 121° 18.992′ W. Marker is in Bend, Oregon, in Deschutes County. Marker can be reached from Northwest Brook Street near Northwest Oregon Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 875 Northwest Brook Street, Bend OR 97703, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Clyde McKay Landmark (here, next to this marker); Founding of Bend (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); A.M. Drake Homesite
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More about this marker. This marker is located in Bend Park.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 8, 2020
2. Pioneer Homesite Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 10, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 10, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 82 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 10, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
