Arch Bridge Community Mural returns to the Oregon City Library

By Cathy Rowe, TRAG Co-Vice-President

The Oregon City Library recently received the Arch Bridge Community Mural again after being displayed at eh West Linn Library for several months. This mural was designed by three local artists from the surrounding Arch Bridge connected area. The left portion was designed by TRAG artist, Cathy Rowe. The middle portion was designed by confederated tribe member Brian Krehbiel. And the right portion was designed by West Linn artist Carrie Gilbert. Each panel was painted with the help of community members at the Arch Bridge Centennial Celebration of 2022. The next time you come to the Oregon City Library inside book return, look just above the return window to enjoy this colorful community art piece.

Moving Towards an Arts and Culture Center in Oregon City

By Cathy Rowe, TRAG Co-Vice-President

There has recently been some movement towards getting an Arts and Culture Center in Oregon City. A small group of arts and community leaders has come up with a business and financing plan to work towards making this dream a reality.

The property that the group is currently hoping to secure is the Eastham School. This plan is in the very beginning exploratory stages, but has a lot of promise.

If for some reason the Eastham school location is not optimal or possible, the majority of this plan could be easily adapted to an alternative location.

This is all very exciting, but please keep in mind that a project like this usually takes 3-5 years in the best circumstances. Thank you everyone for your optimism and patience.

Documents

Oregon City Cultural Art Center Business Plan
Preliminary Business Plan for Oregon City Community Cultural Arts Center