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Oregon is Turning 150 Years Old!

Oregon is turning 150 years old! Well not yet actually, but the planning is underway for Oregon's sesquicentennial(say that fast, three times!) celebration in 2009. For help on pronouncing sesquicentennial and to hear more information about celebrating Oregon 150 click here.

Oregon's official birthday is February 14, 2009 (Awww, you gotta love that.) And the official tag-line of Oregon's 150th birthday is, "Sustain the Spirit."

I thought it would be fun to post some trivia facts about Oregon or "Orygun" or "Or-e-Gone"

Father of Oregon: Dr. John McLoughlin

Mother of Oregon: Tabitha Moffat Brown

Oregon State Animal: American Beaver

Oregon State Motto: "She flies with her own wings"

Oregon State Song: "Oregon, My Oregon"

Oregon State Nut: (No it's not me!) It's the Hazelnut, also called Filbert in these parts

Oregon State Tree: Douglas Fir

Oregon State Beverage: Milk

Oregon State Flower: Oregon grape

Oregon State Dance: Square Dance

Oregon State Insect: Oregon Swallowtail

Oregon State Bird: Meadowlark

Population: 12,093 in 1850

3.7 million in 2007

Oregon State Fruit: Pear

Oregon State Rock: Thunder-egg (geode)

Oregonians are encouraged to go to http://www.oregon150.org/ to learn more about how they and their communities can contribute to the celebration by sharing stories from cities and towns across the state.

I personally look forward to Take Care of Oregon Day, a time (TBA) when Oregonians across the state will roll up their sleeves to give back to their communities.

Oregon is such a beautiful place to live!

If you have any questions about Oregon, please feel free to call or text me at 541-359-8973 (Verizon) or Toll-Free at 1-888-833-8690

Posted by Eugene Oregon Real Estate ~ Bridget Armstrong on 09/28/2007 12:15 AM

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20 Comments on Oregon is Turning 150 Years Old!

Bridget, Congratulations on Oregon being 150 years old. I enjoyed the fun facts and great photos.

09/28/2007 01:03 AM

by Candy Henthorne- Spring Texas Real Estate (Results Realty)

Thank you, Candy, it's always a pleasure to hear from you!

09/28/2007 01:05 AM

by Eugene Oregon Real Estate ~ Bridget Armstrong (RE/MAX Integrity)

Why Bridget: You really don't look 150. Much, much younger. How are the Ducks doing ? Do they ever play the Texas Longhorns ? Take a peek at my new Cowboys post. :)

09/28/2007 01:55 AM

by Fort Worth Real Estate - Karen Anne Stone (RE/MAX Trinity)

Bridget: Have I told you that I once spent five entire weeks in Oregon. Yes, visiting a friend in beautiful Cornelius, Oregon... just east of Beaverton. Of course, it rained on 33 of the 35 days I was there. What a surprise. I loved it, though.

09/28/2007 01:58 AM

by Fort Worth Real Estate - Karen Anne Stone (RE/MAX Trinity)

Seems like only yesterday Oregon was turning 140. I imagine with all of the special events and 'about Oregon' topics you've got a whole year's worth of blog posts right there! And I'm looking forward to some great photos as well.

09/28/2007 02:42 AM

by John Novak - REALTOR®, Las Vegas and Henderson, NV (Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace)

Wow, she doesn't look a day over 90 and wait for my e-mail for the rest of my comments - lol

09/28/2007 02:54 PM

by Todd Clark (Realtor), GRI (Washington Co, Beaverton, Oregon) (Kastings & Associates, Oregon)

Karen Anne- That's sounds like a soggy trip to Oregon. That's what keeps us so green! Yes, the Ducks played the Texas Longhorns in the 2000 Holiday Bowl in Sunny San Diego. The Ducks are doing great this year, ranked 11th in the nation! I will certainly check out your blog on the Cowboys. I love football :)

John- Thank you for stopping by and commenting. I think you're right, lots to blog about. I carry my camera everywhere with me, so you will definitely see more great photos.

Todd- I'm only used to hearing that on stage...LOL

09/28/2007 04:27 PM

by Eugene Oregon Real Estate ~ Bridget Armstrong (RE/MAX Integrity)

Happy Birthday Oregon! Well, I guess it is a bit early but still! It'll be a happy birthday in 2009!

09/28/2007 09:55 PM

by Rick Grand (RE/MAX Integrity)

Bridget ~ What a great post! Yes, Oregon is a beautiful place to live. I love all of the info you posted and I must say that in my 33 years here, I never knew milk was our state drink! Wow...reading mans learning... Thanks!

09/29/2007 12:48 PM

by Sarah Eubanks ~ Preferred Oregon Loan Consultant & Notary Public (Hill Valley Financial Services)

Bridget,

Great content. I like all the history you put in your post.

Mike Lewis

09/29/2007 03:53 PM

by Mike Lewis San Diego Realtor (Dawn Sells San Diego)

Felix cumple anos Oregon!

09/30/2007 12:52 PM

by Boise Idaho Real Estate - George Tallabas (RE/MAX Advantage)

Rick, I think it'll be a great birthday, especially since they've been planning for so long. It'll be good times.

Sarah, thank you! That means a lot from a fellow Oregonian. I love trivia! The local dairy farmers should take advantage of milk being our state drink!

Mike, thank you. I appreciate your comments.

George, gracias!

10/01/2007 12:43 AM

by Eugene Oregon Real Estate ~ Bridget Armstrong (RE/MAX Integrity)

Hi Bridget: I think it would be fun if your real estate office had all the agents and staff get dressed up in costumes from the 1859 era. Invite the public to do the same, and then throw a gigantic Oregon Birthday Party. It would look awesome in the newspapers, and would also be lots of fun. What do you think ?

10/01/2007 12:58 AM

by Fort Worth Real Estate - Karen Anne Stone (RE/MAX Trinity)

Karen Anne, I LOVE that idea! Very cool. Thank you! And....I'm still workin' on your last assignment. Although, I have to say that I don't have an argument for Eugene over Portland. I love them both and they are both unique, so it'll be more along the lines of comparing and contrasting :)

10/01/2007 01:03 AM

by Eugene Oregon Real Estate ~ Bridget Armstrong (RE/MAX Integrity)

Bridget: The compare and contrast would be great. I have spent time in Portland, but would like a comparison to show me just enough of a good reason to spend some time in Eugene on my next car trip to visit my friend in Portland (Cornelius.) When that will be, I have no clue. Thanks a bunch.

10/01/2007 01:33 AM

by Fort Worth Real Estate - Karen Anne Stone (RE/MAX Trinity)

Nice one Bridget. Lots of history. I like the way you have put all the State stuff (flower, nut etc.) I didn't know a lot of that stuff. 2 more years till 150, right?

10/02/2007 01:16 PM

by Elizabeth & Justin Thayer (Keller Williams Realty)

Why, yes, Team Thayer! It is fun Oregon trivia that many of us ORYGONIUNS may not know! Yes, Valentine's Day 2009 is our official State Birthday :) Let's get together and celebrate!

10/02/2007 09:30 PM

by Eugene Oregon Real Estate ~ Bridget Armstrong (RE/MAX Integrity)

Bridget: I am still waiting for pictures of you and your office mates... dressed up as early settlers in the costumes of the 1850's. C'mon now, your public awaits you.

10/03/2007 12:55 AM

by Fort Worth Real Estate - Karen Anne Stone (RE/MAX Trinity)

and Oregon's birthday is always celebrated by love birds since it is February 14th - great post Bridget

10/03/2007 01:46 AM

by Central Oregon Real Estate | Thesa Chambers, Broker (RE/MAX Sunset Realty La Pine)

Karen Anne, you're funny. This is how our modern-day pioneers dress: