About Us
The Friends of Historic Forest Grove's mission is to recognize National, State and local cultural resources and enhance and promote the historic environment of Forest Grove through education in areas of historic interest. It is a 501(c)(3) public charity and was organized by enthusiastic individuals who recognized the distinct and important place Forest Grove has in the history of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. Forest Grove has been an educational and economic center since its settlement in 1841.
Friends of Historic Forest Grove operates totally on volunteer effort. Members work to document the history of the area which is made available to the public for research purposes in the Forest Grove History Room. The resources are also used to prepare educational programs for classroom, civic and public presentations. Annual events include three public programs on topics of historic interest, a spring garden tour, an antique appraisal show, and a historic house tour. Committees organize events throughout the year that serve both to enhance cultural awareness and raise funds to support the organization's activities, goals, etc.
A joint committee of Friends of Historic Forest Grove and the Forest Grove Historic Landmarks Board have recently completed a 3-year project of compiling all four of Forest Grove's historic surveys into one database involving thousands of hours of volunteer time. This will soon be accessible at the Forest Grove City Library.
Join Us
Mail your name, address and membership fee to us at:
Friends of Historic Forest Grove
P.O. Box 123
Forest Grove, OR 97116
Friends of Historic Forest Grove is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, qualified with the Oregon Cultural trust. Membership fees are tax deductible:
$15 Individual
$25 Family
$100+ Supporter
$250+ Community builder
$500+ Benefactor
$1000+ Lifetime membership
Membership Benefits
Annual Rain or Shine Picnic
Holiday Social
May Annual Meeting
Newsletter
50% Discount on Annual Garden tour
50% Discount on Historic Home tour
Additional Activities
Slide Shows
Lectures
Photo Exhibits
Quilt/Needlework shows
Antique Appraisal Fair
Promotional Displays at Area Event