Oregon City in Clackamas County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Peter Skene Ogden House
of this marker
stood the home of
Peter Skene Ogden
Chief Factor of
Hudson's Bay Co.
and rescuer of the
survivors of the
Whitman Massacre.
Erected by City of Oregon City.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 45° 21.116′ N, 122° 36.859′ W. Marker is in Oregon City, Oregon, in Clackamas County. Marker is on McLoughlin Boulevard (Oregon Route 99) near South 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 (a few steps from this marker); Oregon City Falls (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 (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Explosion of Steamer Gazelle (about 800 feet away); Joseph L. Meek (approx. half a mile away); Canemah (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Oregon City.
Also see . . .
1. Peter Skene Ogden's Snake Country Journals. (Submitted on July 1, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.)
2. Biographical Notes - Peter Skene Ogden. Comprehensive biography of Peter Skene Ogden. (Submitted on July 1, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.)
Credits. This page was last revised on December 3, 2019. It was originally submitted on July 1, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 2,058 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 1, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.