Multco Archives

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, it’s important we recognize the diverse tribal community living in Multnomah County, which has the 9th largest urban Indigenous population in the United States.

From the Director's Office (Department of Health) records, the 2012 report titled “The Native American Community in Multnomah County” emerged from a partnership with Multnomah County, Portland State University, and Coalition of Communities of Color. This graphic found on page 21 of the report, illustrates some of the many tribes that are part of our community.

Resources like this can demonstrate that despite misconceptions, Native Americans are – and always have been here. Indigenous people continue to live and thrive here. The land holds many stories, growing traditions and vibrant cultural practices. For information about Native American county resources go to this link: https://multcolib.org/community/native-american-indigenous-community-resources

October is Archives Month! The Multnomah County Archives preserves the history, organization, functions, and activities of the Multnomah County government from its formation on December 22, 1854 to the present day. These are the records of our history as a community. Our goal is to expand public awareness and access.

This image is from the Columbia River development drawings, 1970. Creator Robert N. Royston, an American landscape architect and a University of California, Berkeley, professor. He was recognized internationally for his public projects in addition to designs for residences and gardens. More of his work is also preserved at the Environmental Design Archives at University of California, Berkeley. While this specific plan was not executed, it lives on in the archives.

October is ! Our Elections collection has elections history records and results, voters pamphlets, maps, photos, all documenting the essential service of . View more of our digital collections at https://multco.access.preservica.com