Oregon City 1846 - First Painting of Oregon City by British Capt. Sir Henry Warre.
Entry/Object ID
P-1288
Tags
Willamette River Exhibit
Description
First Painting of Oregon City by British Capt. Sir Henry Warre. This American village on the Willamette River in 1846 had two churches, 100 houses, and its own local government. All had grown up after 5 years of immigration. This Library of Congress Color Painting was used in 20 Apr 1959 Life magazine.
Made/Created
Date made
1846
Place
City
Oregon City
County
Clackamas
State
Oregon
Country
United States of America
Continent
North America
Notes
Medium: Photographic Paper
Location of Negative: Halon
