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William L. Holmes House Opening

General Joseph Lane, Oregon’s first territorial governor

On March 4, 1849, General Joseph Lane of Indiana was sworn in a Oregon’s first territorial governor.  The location of this event was the William L. Holmes House at the Rose Farm in Oregon City.  The house will be open on Saturday to commemorate the event. Come and learn about Lane and how he came to Oregon.

Date:  Saturday, March 4, 2023

Place:  536 Holmes Lane in Oregon City

Time: 12 noon to 4 pm – refreshments will be served. Admission by donation.