Making Paper: Exhibit Grand Opening at MOOT

Making Paper - New Fall 2026 Exhibit at the Museum of the Oregon Territory

Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new outdoor exhibit at the Museum of the Oregon Territory.
Explore papermaking history in West Linn. Discover how trees were made into paper and see authentic machinery from the Crown-Zellerbach historic mill site.

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End of the Oregon Trail Fall Launch

Come help us celebrate all week as we add to the experience of visiting the official terminus of the Oregon Trail, with new hands on activities, rotating exhibits, games, snacks and live music!

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A Day of Fall Festivities: October 3 in Oregon City

Oregon City's Carnegie Library Park in the Fall

As crisp autumn air settles over the Willamette Valley and the leaves turn vibrant shades of gold and crimson, Oregon City comes alive with seasonal celebration. Saturday, October 3 kicks off the seasons and offers a packed lineup of local events celebrating our community’s rich art, food, history, and vibrant culture. Here is your complete guide to everything happening around town that day. Mark your calendars!

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Lawn Games & Tours

Decorative header image promoting the Lawn Games & Tours event on Sept 26, 2026 at the Ermatinger & Stevens-Crawford Houses

Come play a variety of lawn games and learn how to play a game invented in Oregon City: Hacky Sack! Saturday, September 26 at the historic Stevens-Crawford and Ermatinger Houses from 11 am to 4 pm. $20 for adults and $10 for youth and seniors. Your tickets include tours of both historic homes and lunch by Venue Two Eleven.

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Wagon Crawl: Tales from the End of the Trail

It wasn’t all unicorns and rainbows on the Oregon Trail; we’re going to talk about the dysentery. Historian John Jarvie leads a tour through the darker history (and comedy) of the iconic journey at the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive & Visitor Center. Tickets are $30/person and include two drinks, either alcoholic or nonalcoholic. Participants must be 21 years or older and purchase tickets online before the event.

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