Event
Celebrating the 240th Birthday of Dr. John McLoughlin
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Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
5 hours
Type of Event
Children’s Program
Living History
Partner Program
Talk
Description
October 19, 2024, the National Park Service and the McLoughlin Memorial Association celebrated what would have been the 240th birthday of Dr. John McLoughlin. McLoughlin served as the Chief Factor of Fort Vancouver, and provided much-needed assistance to Oregon Trail emigrants. His retirement home in Oregon City, a part of Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, is one of Oregon’s oldest houses.
Reservation or Registration: No
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