30 Minutes Over Oregon tells the true, powerful story of reconciliation after war. In WWII, a Japanese pilot bombed the continental U.S.—the only enemy to do so—and returns 20 years later to offer a heartfelt apology. This children’s nonfiction book, illustrated by author and illustrator Melissa Iwai, blends history with […]
A 1-minute video showcasing the game of Pelota, Basque handball.
This 1-hour video showcases the Basque people of Southern Idaho, Eastern Oregon, and Northern Nevada, highlighting their contributions to the culture and vitality of the West. It explores their role in the sheep industry and the central tension they encounter between preserving their traditions and adapting to the modern world.
A quick 2-minute video by Sidetrack Adventures talking about the places and history of Ft Bidwell.
The Modoc War was one of the most dramatic American Indian wars in U.S. history.
The Modoc are a Native American people who originally resided in the area which is now northeastern California and central Southern Oregon. The Modoc War began in November 1872 when the military tried to force a small band of Modoc People, led by Captain Jack, […]
In 1942, Japanese pilot Nobuo Fujita bombed the U.S. mainland during WWII. He later peacefully reconciled with American civilians from the area. Watch this powerful film in its entirety.
This 30-minute OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting) video explores the history of the township that intended to rival Atlantic City but fell into the Pacific Ocean.
Creating illusions with color, we delve into the world of local Pacific Northwest artist, Spencer Reynolds, whose stunning coastal paintings are a reflection of the raw beauty and power of the Oregon coast. We speak with Spencer about his unique artistic style and the inspiration he draws from the rugged landscapes of the Pacific […]
An in-depth look at the waters of Port Orford and their importance to the community. A great 9-minute watch. Highly recommended!
An ~ 7-minute video narration of the Coast Guard Lifeboat Station Museum in Port Orford, Oregon.
Take a peek behind the scenes at the Tillamook Creamery and learn how they make their delicious ice cream!
A quick 3-minute video tour of Tillamook Creamery’s 38,500-square-foot visitor center and processing plant on the Oregon coast. Watch, learn, and get ready to go!
Many miners struck it rich in Silver City, but it was also the site where a veritable war developed underground that took a militia to stop it. Learn more about this story and the history of Silver City in this 11 minute video.
Explore the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse’s captivating history and perilous allure in this fascinating video (14 minutes). Known as “Terrible Tilly,” this abandoned beacon stands tall amidst the unforgiving Oregon coastline, braving treacherous storms and haunting tales. Discover why this iconic structure has earned its reputation as one of the […]
The people of Santa Fe worked together to stop corporate development and transform the city’s railyard into a vibrant community space.
Learn about Joseph, which is a town in Eastern Oregon, as Chris talks with Jude Graham who is the Wallowa County Museum Curator. They discuss history, art, culture, events and activities. Among other things, Joseph even hosts a […]
In Yachats, Oregon the town pays tribute to indigenous heritage through a story about Amanda. How did this one story come to represent the history of the local tribe? Joanne Kittel started out wanting to donate 1/2 miles of land in Yachats, Oregon to support the Oregon Coast Trail. This turned into 30 years of research and advocacy work […]
In March 2022, Chris Cole, a local Bend artist, installed a new sculpture in the Discovery West neighborhood. This new public art in Bend, Oregon is a tribute to Annie Londonderry, the first women to bicycle around the world in 1894 and 1895. The seven foot tall, inverted pyramid design includes decorative bike cogs, ship window, and […]
What exactly happened when the Rajneesh cult took over Antelope, Oregon?
This 20-minute video explores the compelling history of the Nez Perce Indians and their significant battles against white settlers in the late 1800s. It delves into broken treaties and lost trust, recounting the long marches across the West and the strategic efforts to protect their ancestral lands, highlighting the broader implications of […]
For thousands of years, more than 60 Native American tribes lived in Oregon’s diverse environmental regions. At least 18 languages were spoken across hundreds of villages. This civilizational fabric became unraveled in just a few short decades upon contact with white settlers in the 19th century. In this 60-minute Oregon Public Broadcasting […]
Meet the remarkable woman Fern Hobbs, Oregon Governor Oswald West’s private secretary who was sent on a mission on New Year’s Day 1914 to shut down the lawless town of Copperfield on the Snake River. This is a biography of one of the most courageous and important women of early Oregon history. Produced by Oregon Public Broadcasting, ~ 30 […]
A look at the history and culture of Chinese immigrants in NE Oregon and greater Oregon, including the massacre of 34 Chinese gold miners in 1887 along the Snake River near Dug Bar. This 27-minute piece is by Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB).
A compilation of news videos (8 minutes) from 1978 discussing the closure of the Kinzua mill and the razing of the town. Super fascinating!
