History of Gresham :

Established in 1905, Gresham is ideally located in the Pacific Northwest, and is Oregon’s fourth largest city with a population of 100,000. Home of the renowned Mt. Hood Jazz Festival, Gresham is known as "the City of Music". The Gresham area offers many shopping experiences including unique boutiques in Historic Downtown. Exceptional dining and music await you at many distinctive restaurants. Whether relaxing to an evening of fine dining, celebrating at one of many music festivals and theater productions, or participating in outdoor sports and recreational activities, Gresham is your best choice for a great cultural experience.

Relax and enjoy - Gresham welcomes YOU!

Gresham is situated between two of Oregon's premiere recreation areas, Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. Mt. Hood and the Mt. Hood National Forest offer a great variety of activities from climbing to the summit of Oregon's tallest glacial peak, at 11,235 feet elevation, to hiking, camping, biking and fishing. Cross-country skiers, down hillers and snowmobilers have many options, all within an hour drive from Gresham. Accommodations vary from Timberline Lodge to destination resorts and bed and breakfasts.

The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic area is fifteen minutes away and includes incredible views of the Gorge which took millions of years to create by the river cutting through the Cascade Mountains on its way to the ocean. Miles and miles of hiking trails give easy access to hundreds of beautiful waterfalls throughout the area. Windsurfing, Bonneville Dam, lodging facilities, restaurants and many other visitor amenities abound that will ensure you have a wondrous experience. These two national treasures are only two of the many reasons to live, work and play in the Gresham area.

The Historic Downtown Gresham Historical Society has opened the museum Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00am to 4:00pm and Saturdays Noon to 4:00pm. Board meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday on each month at 7:00pm at the museum on Main Street.

Contact information: Phone: 503-661-0347
E-mail: ghs@gresham.org