Travel back when Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Hear its history through the stories of residents who made a difference. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Beatrice Morrow CannadyPhoto courtesy of Oregon Historical Society Beatrice Morrow Cannady was one of Oregon's most prominent social activists of the early 20th century and a leader within Portland's early Black community. Through her legal actions, publishing, and social networks, Cannady challenged hate and injustice across the state and pushed for racial equality. Mariah Rocker […]
Travel back when Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Hear its history through the stories of residents who made a difference. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Join the Latino Community Association, the Deschutes County Historical Society, and the Deschutes Public Library on August 4th at the Redmond Library to celebrate Bracero Program Day and learn how the Bracero Program contributed to the agricultural success of Redmond and Central Oregon. This day honors the contributions to our farming community of the Bracero […]