The Oregon Blue Book is celebrating its 100 year anniversary as the go-to resource for facts, data, and trivia about this amazing state. Bursting with 464 pages of Oregon state facts, the Oregon Blue Book is an amazing resource for anyone interested in relocating to the Pacific Northwest or simply appreciating how amazing this part of the world can be.
The Oregon Blue Book is the official state directory and fact book about all levels of government in Oregon and much more. Published since 1911, it is produced and updated by the Oregon State Archives, a division of the Secretary of State’s Office. The facts inside this amazing resource are available online, and provide a fun way to spend some quality time getting to know the state and how it works.
- Almanac – state symbols, Olympians, state maps, and much more.
- Notable Oregonians – biographical sketches of notable people with ties to the state.
- Economy – analysis of Oregon’s economy including employment, income, and revenue.
- Scenic images and exhibits – Scenic Oregon tour, Capitol tour, woman suffrage centennial, Blue Book centennial, and five other colorful exhibits.
- Capital – a description of Oregon’s capital city, Salem.
- State buildings – addresses, maps, and construction dates for major state buildings.
Some fun facts include:
- Milk was selected in 1997 as the state beverage. The Legislature recognized that milk production and the manufacture of dairy products are major contributors to the economic well-being of Oregon agriculture.
- During 2009, a total of 169,906 reservations were made for overnight campsites in Oregon State Parks. Oregon residents made 114,593 of these reservations (67%), while non-residents made the remaining 55,313 (33%).
- In 1977, the Legislature declared the Square Dance to be the Oregon state dance.
- The Geographic Center of the state is in Crook County, 25 miles south-southeast of Prineville.
- The Oregon State motto is “She Flies With Her Own Wings” and Oregon was first spelled Ouragon!
Head over to the Oregon Blue Book website to check out more amazing facts about Oregon, but be warned – you’ll likely spend a few hours learning some amazing things about the state!
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