Recently, I had a chance to write a review of the new Mark Hatfield biography for The Oregonian. The book, by Richard Etulain, is titled Mark O. Hatfield; ...
On August 28, 2021 / By oregonhistorianIn which we learn the incredible tale of how Republican Oregon Governor Tom McCall averted violence and doom by holding a state-sponsored Hippie Rock Festival at McIver Park ...
On August 4, 2014 / By Andy LindbergThe Resident Historian. Talented Individuals. Obscure Oregon Films. I know you think you’re the queen of the underground, but THIS is Underground History. It’s Back to 1970 – ...
On April 7, 2014 / By oregonhistorianAs most folks know, we make a podcast series here at ORHistory.com called Kick Ass Oregon History. And in addition to sharing amazing stories about Oregon’s past, we ...
On August 26, 2013 / By oregonhistorianThe Safari Club has closed… The Safari Club was opened in 1970 by an Estacadian (or “Esta-COD-an” as my brother would say) timber baron named Glen Park. Over ...
On March 27, 2013 / By oregonhistorianWar Pigs – Hayseed Dixie War – Frankie Goes to Hollywood War – DOA Hand Covers Bruise – Trent Reznor Man of the Hour – Pearl Jam War ...
On February 27, 2013 / By Andy LindbergSo as you know by now, at Kick Ass Oregon History, we like to bring you THE STRAIGHT SHIT. We like to get to the bottom of the ...
On July 23, 2012 / By oregonhistorianThe original Portland Occupiers By Mike Allen On May 9, 2012 · In Arts & Culture This Friday’s The Seventh Day documentary screening depicts Park Blocks Riot of 1970 ...
On May 10, 2012 / By Andy LindbergIn which we learn the incredible tale of how Republican Oregon Governor Tom McCall averted violence and doom by holding a state-sponsored Hippie Rock Festival at McIver Park ...
On August 12, 2011 / By Andy LindbergFebruary 14th, 2014 was Oregon’s 155th Birthday – and at ORHistory.com, we view this date with an almost religious significance – if your religion is hanging out in ...
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