Springfield Oregon History
Dorris Ranch Living History Filbert Farm
intersection of South 2nd and Dorris Streets, Springfield, Oregon,
phone: (541)736-4544, email:
netmail@willamalane.org --
There is no substitute for the excitement of visiting an actual
historical place—to feel, touch, smell, and even taste the products of
this bountiful land. Dorris Ranch, Springfield’s unique living history
farm, has succeeded in bringing Oregon history to life. Established in
1892, this 250-acre farm is Oregon’s oldest working filbert (hazelnut)
farm.
Springfield Museum
225 Fifth Street, Springfield, OR 97477, phone:
541-726-3677, email:
kredmond@ci.springfield.or.us -- The Springfield Museum is
situated in historic downtown Springfield, Oregon amid cafes, antique
and specialty shops. Large colorful murals grace nearby buildings. The
Museum is housed in the 1911 Oregon Power Company transformer station.
Because of its unique architecture and its important role in the early
utility industry, the building is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places.
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