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Northwest Digital Heritage reaches one million digital records of cultural heritage collections available to view online! People around Oregon and the world now have free access to search over one million digitized photographs, letters, documents, and more from around the Pacific Northwest. These historic and cultural materials are available in Northwest Digital Heritage, a website that searches the collections of over 300 regional libraries, museums, and cultural heritage organizations. Northwest Digital Heritage is an online search portal that gathers records from the online collections of libraries, museums, universities, historical societies, and other organizations in Oregon, Washington and Idaho. The site was created in 2021 through a partnership between the Oregon Heritage Commission, State Library of Oregon, and Washington State Library. Northwest Digital Heritage is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the State Library of Oregon and Washington State Library. To learn more visit https://lnkd.in/g8MgX836.

2025 Oregon Heritage Virtual Summit Mobilize Together for Heritage April 17-18 Online In partnership with Nonprofit Association of Oregon Heritage organizations across the state are facing ongoing challenges. Together as a strong network, the heritage preservation community has the opportunity and power to influence decisions to better support heritage preservation and their organizations. Join us as we dive into the role of advocacy in shaping policies and laws and how heritage organizations of all sizes can participate. Opportunities include: * Plenary Speaker: Dr. Kevin Miller, Independent Sector, will discuss recent reports released by Independent Sector identifying a decline of nonprofits in the advocacy space and how to reclaim that * Panel discussion with examples of mobilization in action from Oregon’s heritage preservation community * Speed connections with State and National heritage advocacy organizations * Opportunity to build a regional mobilization network * Workshop facilitated by Nonprofit Association’s Director of Public Policy, Phillip Kennedy-Wong, on readying your organization for calls to action Register and learn more at https://bit.ly/4i8jSgn

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a Natural Resource Specialist 2 – Museum Curator. As a permanent, full-time Natural Resource Specialist 2 – Museum Curator, you will manage and oversee the operations of the Kam Wah Chung Museum and interpretive center. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the museum's artifact and archival collection, managing institutional archives, and handling interpretive programming, as well as the general operations and maintenance of the museum buildings and property. This role involves coordinating resource conservation efforts, ensuring the preservation of cultural resources, and developing engaging interpretive programs for visitors. You will also oversee various projects, provide leadership to staff and volunteers, conduct historical research, and ensure compliance with park policies. The application deadline is March 26, 2025. Click the link below to apply! https://bit.ly/41TYjdD

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Oregon Main Street (OMS) is now accepting speaker proposals for Oregon’s premier downtown conference in 2025. Oregon Main Street is seeking sessions of 45 to 90 minutes that fit the theme "Dedicated to the Long Game." This theme emphasizes the creation of a vision for how downtowns should look, feel, and function in the long term. Main Street organizations face challenges as they pursue their goals, but with the dedication of local leaders, partners, and volunteers, they can seize opportunities as they arise. Their efforts enhance downtown's function, use, and experiences, bringing the community together to live, work, invest, and play. We invite submissions that underscore the importance of developing a vision and strategic direction to enhance downtown's vitality. This includes building a sustainable organization, engaging all community members, and effectively communicating progress. Proposals can reflect any of the four points of the Main Street Approach: Design, Organization, Promotion, and Economic Vitality. We aim to provide valuable content for all learning levels and share success stories from various community types. Conference sessions are scheduled for Thursday, October 9, and Friday, October 10. Please ensure your availability on these dates before submitting. Interested in submitting a proposal? (Due March 31, 2025) Fill out the form linked here: https://bit.ly/41FkHrj

Are you seeking funding for museum, cemetery, archaeology, or historic property projects? Oregon Heritage has opened applications for several grant programs. The website provides all of the basic information. Free, online workshops are being offered for each program. And Kuri Gill, the grant manager, is available to talk through project ideas and provide support. For grant related questions, translation and accessibility needs, contact her at [email protected] or 503-986-0685. Diamonds in the Rough Grant – For historic building fa?ade restoration. Workshop - February 19, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Oregon Historic Cemeteries Grant - For projects in cemeteries listed with the Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries. Workshop – February 11, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Oregon Museum Grant – Museums can apply for collections, interpretation and education, and tourism related projects. Workshop - February 11, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Register Preserving Oregon Grant – To complete preservation work on historic properties and for archaeology projects. Historic Property Workshop - February 18, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Archaeology Project Workshop - February 18, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. For more information or to register for virtual grant workshop, visit www.oregonheritage.org.

The Oregon Heritage Commission is seeking proposals through OregonBuys for a consultant to assist with developing and updating the statewide Oregon Heritage Plan. The current Oregon Heritage Plan expires in 2025 and serves as a statewide call to action for uniting heritage efforts around common goals related the identification, curation, restoration and interpretation of heritage resources (ORS 358.595) The plan engages individuals and organizations involved in heritage preservation across Oregon, including museums, historical societies, archives, libraries, genealogical societies, historic preservation, archaeology, various levels of government, and anyone documenting, preserving, and sharing, Oregon’s human experience over time. To view the full Request for Proposals and the scope of work, please search for bid solicitation # S-63400-00012573 on OregonBuys. https://lnkd.in/gEA9dij8 Below is a tentative schedule of events. All times are listed in Pacific Time. All dates listed are subject to change. N/A denotes that event does not apply to this solicitation. ? Pre-Submittal Conference January 23, 2025 9:00 AM Join Zoom Meeting https://lnkd.in/gAugCSBM Meeting ID: 843 7031 8964 Passcode: 527538 ? Questions / Requests for Clarification Due January 29, 2025 2:00 PM ? Opening (Proposal Due) February 5, 2025 2:00 PM ? Issuance of Notice of Award (approx.) February 12, 2025 Oregon Heritage designated a single point of contact during the RFP process: Bryant Hayes. If you have any questions, please email Braynt Hayes at [email protected].

Ready to turn your love for the outdoors into a career? We're hiring permanent Park Rangers across Oregon! These roles offer the chance to work amidst Oregon's breathtaking landscapes while making a meaningful impact—protecting natural resources and creating unforgettable experiences for visitors. Act fast—two positions close Jan. 8, 2025! Start your next adventure today: https://bit.ly/4bqfVjZ

Curious about the future of Oregon’s trails? Join Oregon Parks and Recreation Department staff Jessica Horning, Ian Caldwell, and Jodi Bellefeuille on Dec. 5 from 3:20–4:20 p.m. at the 2024 Oregon Outdoor Recreation Summit. Dive into trail use trends, discover how trails boost our economy and health, and discuss the challenges faced by users and land managers. This interactive session is your chance to shape the next Oregon Trails Plan and refine evaluation criteria for the Recreational Trails Program and ATV grants. Don’t just follow the path—help define it. Register today. https://lnkd.in/gkNYJDHf

The Veterans and War Memorials Grant Program is now accepting applications for constructing or restoring memorials located on public property across Oregon. Applications must be submitted by January 31, 2025. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/4hYpudv