Current Events
March 2, 2022, at 6:30 pm
Lake Oswego Heritage Council presents: "First Wednesday Chautauqua Series"
Featuring: The Gladstone Historical Society with Kim Huey
Presentation: "Chautauqua at Gladstone" - Old photos with story presentation
Zoom Presentation - Public Invited
under the roof and an equal number around the outside until 1917. |
From 1894-1927 everybody in the United States knew about Gladstone, Oregon, the site of the "Third Largest Permanent Chautauqua" in the nation. And people from all over the country came to attend this HUGE summer event.
Enjoy the story of the Gladstone Chautauqua told in a 1 hour Zoom presentation that includes fun historical anecdotes and photos. To join us, register in advance by clicking this link: And follow these steps. 1. You will need to register a name and email to join. Fast, simple process. 2. A link will appear for you to click on. 3. A new page appears. If Zoom is not already on your computer, phone, etc., you will be given the option to download the app, 4. Once Zoom is installed, click on the button "Launch Meeting." 5. That's it. You're in the audience. For more Info: www.gladstonehistoricalsociety.org Email: GladstoneHistoricalSociety@gmail.com |
On Sale now!The Gladstone Historical Society is proud to announce their newest book, "Images of America - Gladstone". Published by Arcadia Publishing and the History Press, the book will be released to a nation-wide audience on April 8, 2019.
Written by Kim Argraves Huey, who grew up in Gladstone and serves as the current historian for the Gladstone Historical Society, this new book traces Gladstone's history from the earliest fur trappers to the founding of the town and features over 200 vintage and many never-before-seen photos dating from 1861 to 1955. The book also includes Indian lore, stories of the settlers, historical first events, the coming of the railroads, Gladstone's big war, and the great Chautauqua. Did you know that Isadora Duncan danced on the streets of Gladstone? Also featured are anecdotes of Gladstone’s famous visitors, local heroes, residents, and the notorious Gladstone Roadhouse! "Images of America - Gladstone" retails for $21.99 and is available from the Gladstone Historical Society. or more information, click here. |
Cover photo: In 1893, Miss Mary Howell is shown riding one of the
first bicycles in Gladstone. This path runs along the northern bank of the Clackamas River. To the left and hidden in the bushes is the first and newly built trolley (interurban) bridge. |
Items for archives!
Let us preserve your memories of Gladstone as part of our city's history. Photos, documents, letters, diaries, and all items directly related to the history of or life in Gladstone, OR are welcomed. For more information on making a donation:
Banner Photo: In 1861, men and boys pose in front of the agriculture buildings that were hastily erected for the first Oregon State Fair.
The event was held along the Clackamas River, in west Gladstone, on four acres of the Jacob and Peter Rinearson land claim.
The event was held along the Clackamas River, in west Gladstone, on four acres of the Jacob and Peter Rinearson land claim.
