[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2024-04-24

Wed Apr 24 15:31:21 PDT 2024

Oregon Heritage News 2024-04-24
In this Issue:

  *   Last two Oregon Heritage Vitality Study Workshops this week! Cascade Locks & La Grande
  *   SOLVE supports historic cemeteries can promote spring cleanup events
  *   Cultural Advocacy Coalition of Oregon's 2025-2027 Cultural Resources Economic Fund open for applications
  *   Oregon Museums Association 2024 Conference call for proposals now open
  *   Request for Proposal (RFP): Design and Fabrication for Camping in Clackamas County Exhibit at the Museum of the Oregon Territory
  *   Climate Resilience Resources for Cultural Heritage
  *   State Library of Oregon seeks Limited Duration Federal Documents Cataloging Assistant
  *   New NPS Resources on Sustainability, Energy Efficiency, Resilience, and Historic Buildings
  *   Spring NPS 2024 B.E.S.T Workshops - Guiding Principles, Masonry, and Log Workshops
  *   New emergency response and salvage app available

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Last two Oregon Heritage Vitality Study Workshops this week! Cascade Locks & La Grande

Join us to shape the future of Oregon's heritage sector! This year, the Oregon Heritage Commission is supporting an important update to a decade-old Oregon Heritage Vitality Study. This study will help us understand the current state of the heritage sector in Oregon, highlighting key issues that impact the sector, and provide recommendations at the local and state level to address collective needs and challenges. Right now, we need your help to guide the recommendations that will be included in the Study.

During this interactive workshop, we'll share an overview of the key issues you helped us identify through the Vitality Study Survey earlier this year and then brainstorm changes and resources that would better support your work. This is your chance to influence the tools and policies that will shape the heritage sector in Oregon over the coming years.

There will be 5 workshop options around the state of Oregon based on your location for you to choose to attend. All workshops will include the same content and agenda, just in different locations to ensure regional inclusion. If none of these work for you, we will also hold a virtual workshop option as well, however we would appreciate as many attendants during our in-person participation if possible! Light refreshments or a light lunch will be provided. Here are the workshop options:

  1.  Coos Bay Workshop on Monday, April 8th at 3pm at the Coos History Museum DONE! Thanks Coos Bay Workshop Participants!
  2.  Medford Workshop on Tuesday, April 9th at 10am at the Rogue Valley Genealogical Society DONE! Thanks Medford Workshop Participants!
  3.  Virtual Online Workshop on Tuesday, April 16th at 12pm DONE! Thanks Virtual Workshop Participants!
  4.  Forest Grove Workshop at the Oregon Heritage Conference on Friday, April 19th at 10:30am (Note: you do not need to register for the conference to attend the workshop) DONE! Thanks Forest Grove Workshop Participants!
  5.  Cascade Locks Workshop at Gorges Beer Co. on Thursday, April 25th at 3pm
  6.  La Grande Workshop at the Cook Memorial Library Community Room on Friday, April 26th at 12pm (Light lunch provided)

If you'd like to attend a workshop, please fill out this registration questionnaire here<https://oregon.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2icqcAJTJdoXUUu>.

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SOLVE supports historic cemeteries can promote spring cleanup events
Do you have interest in historic cemeteries or want to do some fun volunteer work this spring? This year Oregon Historic Cemetery Cleanup days will be supported by SOLVE and the Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC).
If you would like to volunteer at a historic cemetery cleanup day this spring, then visit  www.solveoregon.org<http://www.solveoregon.org/>
If you already support a historic cemetery or know folks who do, there is help for your cleanup day!
Historic cemetery caretakers are encouraged to register their properties for the event by contacting Haley Morris at haley.morris at solveoregon.org<mailto:haley.morris at solveoregon.org> or 971-346-2708.
SOLVE offers several resources to cemeteries that are registered for the event:

  *   Free supplies like litter bags, gloves, safety vests and first aid kits.
  *   Volunteer recruitment tools including event flyer templates and online registration.
  *   Liability coverage and waivers.
  *   Funding options for tools, plants, and disposal costs.
  *   Advice on native plant species to plant for lower maintenance.
  *   Project planning assistance.
In addition, OCHC will offer a free webinar workshop on how to host a successful clean-up April 25,  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., register<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApfuyhrzItGNyDs4r20hxTE7jyCIXmgsTD> for access information.  OCHC has many online resources including the How to Organize a Cemetery Clean Up Day<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/HB13_how_to_organize_cleanup_day.pdf> Oregon Heritage Bulletin. For general cleanup day information visit www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org/>.
OCHC was established in 1999; its seven members coordinate the restoration and maintenance of historic cemeteries statewide and advocate for the importance of preserving Oregon's historic burial sites.
SOLVE is a statewide, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission "to bring Oregonians together to improve our environment and build a legacy of stewardship." Visit solveoregon.org<file:///C:/Users/krisc/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/OXWL29RQ/solveoregon.org> for more information.

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Cultural Advocacy Coalition of Oregon's 2025-2027 Cultural Resources Economic Fund open for applications

Who is eligible: Arts & culture organizations with capital construction projects of $150,000 or more, occurring between July 1, 2025-June 30, 2027

Deadline for proposal: June 1, 2024 (Phase 1), August 1, 2024 (Phase 2)

Contact: Sue Hildick, Senior Advisor of CACO, 503-816-4701, info at oregonculture.org<mailto:info at oregonculture.org>

APPLY HERE<https://oregonculture.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fff59ec4bfd2dec5de708c5b2&id=e712391b0d&e=841ff2c388>

Please read the CREF 2025-2027 guidance document<https://oregonculture.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fff59ec4bfd2dec5de708c5b2&id=44bcdc9e4d&e=841ff2c388> to find out more.

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Oregon Museums Association 2024 Conference call for proposals now open
The OMA Conference Committee is excited to announce the call for proposals for the 2024 Conference! We are seeking presentations, roundtables, demonstrations, participatory sessions, and other creative and innovative session formats.
The deadline to submit a proposal is June 6. Please write to connect at oregonmuseums.org<mailto:connect at oregonmuseums.org> (or reply to this email) if you have any questions about the proposal submission process, need technical assistance, or would like feedback on your idea before submitting. When you're ready to submit, visit this webpage<https://www.oregonmuseums.org/EmailTracker/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=87B%2f9C0LziSIAVmp3hUq93GqvbOmqYpLBeUXV5nuIs2KxAS3XNO6ouyuqJAaSEHyDxfQ1uKiBShWHH7DfcDlNqWxQXcj%2f4KSoh%2fo7WC6CyQ%3d> to review the requirements and submit your proposal.
The conference will be held September 8-10 in Coos Bay. Information about the conference theme, venue, and sponsorship opportunities is available on the
Submit a proposal here<https://oregonmuseums.org/Annual-Conference/Call-for-Proposals>.

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Request for Proposal (RFP): Design and Fabrication for Camping in Clackamas County Exhibit at the Museum of the Oregon Territory
Below is an excerpt from the RFP. For the full RFP contact:
Stephen Greenwood, Executive Director
Clackamas County Historical Society
director at clackamashistory.org<mailto:director at clackamashistory.org>
Project Background and Overview
The Clackamas County Historical Society (CCHS) in Oregon City is requesting proposals for the design and fabrication of a new exhibit in an ~800 square foot section of the Museum of the Oregon Territory (MOOT) [see Appendix B for spatial layout and dimensions]. This RFP is for the design and fabrication of the exhibit's display, lighting, audio-visual components, and other related materials. The exhibit looks at the reasons why people camp in Clackamas County by exploring the Jennings Lodge campsite, other historical campsites, and other types of camping beyond recreational. These stories and histories are woven together through the overarching theme of community.
Since 1952, CCHS has collected, preserved, and shared the history and culture of Clackamas County. The collection continued to grow, and members of the historical society realized that the preservation and interpretation of Clackamas County's history required a museum building with trained staff. In 1990, the historical society opened a museum that is now the Museum of the Oregon Territory. The collection now holds over 35,000 artifacts, including over 10,000 digitized photographs. CCHS staff include an Executive Director, a Cultural Research Historian, a Visitor and Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, and a Web and Print Media Specialist. CCHS is currently developing a strategic plan to partner with key stakeholders and ensure that we are serving our community. The completion of this exhibit and its accompanying education programs will bring us closer to achieving this goal.

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Climate Resilience Resources for Cultural Heritage
The American Institute for Conservation and the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation work together to promote the preservation and protection of cultural heritage.
Climate Resilience Resources for Cultural Heritage (CRR) is a free online toolkit that gives individuals and organizations who care for cultural heritage the power to plan for climate change impacts and minimize damage from climate-related events.
CRR allows cultural heritage sites to increase their awareness of climate risk and events, develop the knowledge and skills needed to take steps to climate resilience including creation of a climate resilience plan, and provide the tools needed (in English and Spanish) for establishing collective learning groups and guide community action. The resources are tailored for cultural heritage stewards and communities, sites, and organizations of all sizes and locations in the US and its territories.
The resources consist of:

  *   Climate Risk Map: A web-based, interactive map showing current and future climate risks and impacts to cultural heritage.
  *   Learning Modules: Tools, resources, and activities to help people improve resiliency. The content developed by the Learning Modules can be input into a climate resilience plan template. Learning Modules 1-4 are currently available, with four additional Modules and Spanish translations of all eight coming in March 2024.

  *   Learning Groups: Two regional learning groups (in Puerto Rico and New Mexico) were piloted in 2023 to explore using the resources and creating community-driven support networks. Guidance for others interested in creating Learning Groups will also be shared.

FAIC partnered with Environment and Culture Partners to develop Climate Resilience Resources for Cultural Heritage. It was made possible in part by the National Endowment for Humanities as the first action item resulting from Held in Trust<https://www.culturalheritage.org/about-us/foundation/programs/held-in-trust>.
Learn more here.<https://www.culturalheritage.org/about-us/foundation/programs/climate-resilience-resources>

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State Library of Oregon seeks Limited Duration Federal Documents Cataloging Assistant
The State Library is hiring a limited duration* Federal Documents Cataloging Assistant (State Library Specialist 2) to work in the Government Information and Library Services Division. As the Regional Federal Depository Library for the State of Oregon, the State Library coordinates with other federal depository libraries to provide citizens with access to documents distributed by the U.S. Government Publishing Office as well as any federal government information made freely available on the internet.  This limited duration, cataloging assistant will be an integral part of making sure that those documents are cataloged and available for access.  We're looking for a detail-oriented person with an interest in copy cataloging.  Please look at the full position description and job announcement to apply.  This recruitment will close on Sunday May 5, 2024, and does require a current resume and cover letter for consideration.
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OSL--State-Library/Cataloging-Assistant--State-Library-Specialist-2----Limited-Duration_REQ-154545-1
*this limited duration position will run through June 30, 2025.

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New NPS Resources on Sustainability, Energy Efficiency, Resilience, and Historic Buildings
Historic properties can be made more sustainable, energy-efficient, and resilient, improving their performance and use while also preserving their historic character. Doing so not only improves their efficiency and livability but helps to ensure their long-term preservation as well.
The NPS has been providing guidance and technical preservation information on these issues in relation to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties for decades since producing one of its first Preservation Briefs on the subject of energy efficiency in 1978.
Current NPS guidance and information are collected and presented in a new webpage<https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1739/sustainability-energy-efficiency-resilience-historic-buildings.htm> for easy access to further explore these topics.

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Spring NPS 2024 B.E.S.T Workshops - Guiding Principles, Masonry, and Log Workshops

  *   Guiding Principles for Field-based Historic Preservation<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de161> - Minidoka National Historic Site: May 14-16
  *   Brick Masonry Preservation and Repair<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de162> - Gulf Islands National Seashore: May 20-24
  *   Guiding Principles for Field-based Historic Preservation<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de163> - Grand Teton National Park: June 4-6
  *   Beginning Wood and Western Log Preservation and Repair<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de164> - Yosemite National Park: June 3-7
  *   Dry Stone Masonry Preservation and Repair<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de165> - Zion National Park: June 10-14
  *   Women's Beginning Wood and Western Log Preservation and Repair<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de166> - Grand Teton National Park: June 24-28
BEST is offering a total of 20 workshops this year. Information on all of our workshops, including workshop descriptions, tuition costs, dates, locations, and instructors can be found in this year's catalog<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de167>.
Summer and Fall workshops are also open for registration.
BEST workshops are open to all who are interested; NPS employees, partners, private industry employees, and private citizens.
For more information about the BEST Workshop Program, download our 2024 Workshop Catalog<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de168>, or visit our page on NPS.gov<https://natlparkservice-mkt-prod1-t.adobe-campaign.com/r/?id=h2a40e,5d2c7f,5de169>.

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National Trust Preservation Funds June 3 grant deadline
National Trust Preservation Funds Grants from National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF) are intended to encourage preservation at the local level by supporting on-going preservation work and by providing seed money for preservation projects. These grants help stimulate public discussion, enable local groups to gain the technical expertise needed for preservation projects, introduce the public to preservation concepts and techniques, and encourage financial participation by the private sector. A small grant at the right time can go a long way and is often the catalyst that inspires a community to take action on a preservation project.
Grants generally start at $2,500 and range up to $5,000.
For the June 3, 2024, grant round, the National Trust Preservation Funds grant program has dedicated funding to award in the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., and Wisconsin. https://savingplaces.org/preservation-funds?utm_medium=email&utm_source=update&utm_campaign=grants

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New emergency response and salvage app available
Our new Emergency Response and Salvage app is now available! Carry around our classic wheel in your pocket as a FREE app: https://apple.co/3xIbNfZ The app keeps important information at your fingertips in an emergency, with information available offline in the event of loss of internet connection. We would like to thank the Institute of Museum and Library Services for their support of this project as well as the AIC members and volunteers who provided feedback on the app as we went through the design process.

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