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 he Sons and Daughters of Oregon
Pioneers was established by the children of the elderly members of the
Oregon Pioneer Association to assist them in carrying out their desire
to memorialize those that came to the Oregon Country, founded our civil
and military governments, and pioneered our basic industries.
In 1901 the
organization was incorporated, with it's principle place of business
and meeting, in Portland, Oregon. There are more than 1200 members
worldwide.
PURPOSE
he purpose of the organization
shall be to bring together the descendants of the pioneers for social,
literary and other purposes of mutual benefit, and to perpetuate in the
minds of its members, their descendants, and the general public, the
memories of the intrepid Pioneers. The goals are to educate interested
persons in the history of the Pioneers and restore and preserve
historic locations without sacrificing any of their significance.
EVENTS
Annual Statehood
Banquet - February
Annual selection of Miss Oregon Pioneer
Champoeg Picnic
Periodic tours of historical places
Participation in events related to the purpose of the organization
History Series
Annual Founders Day
Annual Membership Meeting
Board of Directors Meetings
Newsletter published 5 times a year
MEMBERSHIP
All direct line
descendants of the pioneers who arrived and settled in the Oregon
Country, Oregon Territory, or Washington Territory prior to Oregon
statehood, February 14, 1859 are eligible for membership in the Sons
and Daughters of Oregon Pioneers.
Membership Fees
New
Members: $25.00 includes Pioneer Certificate & Pin
| Annual Dues: Age 18 to 60 |
$15.00 |
| Annual Dues: Age 60+ |
$10.00 |
Junior New Member: Birth to 18: $12.00 includes
Pioneer Certificate & Pin
| Life Member: Age 18 to 60 |
$150.00 |
| Life Member: Age 60+ |
$75.00 |
Life Membership includes Pioneer Certificate & Pin
Life Membership can only be issued to Age 18+ |
Pioneer Certificates for current members
| Adult Age 18+ |
$10.00 |
| Junior Birth to 18 |
$5.00 |
| Pin Only |
$5.00 |
For application or
further information contact:
Sons and Daughters
of Oregon Pioneers
PO Box 6685
Portland, OR 97228
or Contact
Mr. Merle Miller
2703 Greenwood Street
La Grande, OR 97850
Email: mpmiller@eoni.com
Please include your mailing address
when requesting an application or more information.
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