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Our society is dedicated to the research, documentation, preservation, enjoyment, and public enrichment of the history and heritage of Gladstone, Oregon and the surrounding local area.
The society holds regular monthly meetings that include the business of the society and historically themed programs, presentations, and guest speakers. Throughout the year, the society also plans various projects and activities of particular historical interest. The society participates in the city's summer festival during which members promote Gladstone's history and answer local history questions. Enjoy Stories of Gladstone's Historical Past
Photo of Gladstone, Oregon's first newspaper. Published for one year - 1921.
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Since 1992, the society has been actively engaged in the publication of books and calendars that relate the history of Gladstone. Currently the society contributes to the Gladstone community by including a short article on Gladstone's past in the city's monthly newsletter and creating historical slide show presentation for public viewing in the city's Civic Center foyer (City Hall). All of the society's events are free, open to the general public, and announced regularly in the Gladstone City Newsletter and on our website Meetings page. Stories from Gladstone's Historical Past appear monthly in the City of Gladstone, Oregon Newsletter. Get a copy today or read a back issue by clicking here. |
Visit our "GIFT SHOP"
Our books make great Christmas Gifts for anyone who grew up in Gladstone, lived in Gladstone, or loves Gladstone. We have a book for all ages and likes. Click here. Christmas 2024 A free gift to you. "A Flower That Grew in the Sand and Other Stories" by local author, Ella Higginson. Click on Ella's name to receive your free download. 
"Gladstone Milestones"
Free Historical Slide Show Starting September 2024 at the Gladstone Civic Center. Presented by the Gladstone Historical Society 
Enjoy the high points of how
Gladstone was discovered, founded, and developed into a town. |
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The Gladstone Historical Society is the official historical repository and research facility of Gladstone, Oregon. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.
Banner Photo: July 4, 1914 Patriotic celebration hosted by the Hawley Paper Mill at the Chautauqua in Gladstone Park in Gladstone, Oregon USA.
Crowd is gathered in athletic field near grandstands. Speaker is thought to be W. P. Hawley, owner of the paper mill.
Crowd is gathered in athletic field near grandstands. Speaker is thought to be W. P. Hawley, owner of the paper mill.
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