Brooklyn Historical Society

Statement of Purpose

The mission of the Brooklyn Historical Society is to preserve and promote the historic heritage of the Brooklyn Neighborhood.
Our mandate is:
• Protecting Brooklyn's historic character
• Preserving the stories of Brooklyn and it's built environment
• Collecting, exhibiting, and conserving artifacts and archival materials relating to Brooklyn
• Educating the residents of Brooklyn and the larger community on Brooklyn's history
• Promoting a sense of community through a shared historic identity
Our Current Objectives are:
• Gaining recognition as a national historic district
• Documenting the history of the Brooklyn Neighborhood
• Collecting and making available the oral histories of the Brooklyn Neighborhood
• Increasing membership in the Brooklyn Historical Society
The Brooklyn Historical Society is a group of mostly Brooklyn residents who are interested in the history of the Brooklyn neighborhood, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Portland. The group was started with the assistance and guidance of REACH Community Development as part of their Milwaukie Action Plan initiative.
Anyone with an interest in the history of Brooklyn is invited to join the BHS simply by attending meetings.
We maintain an archive of historic materials, including maps, photographs, oral interview audio and video tapes, in depth property and area research reports and other documentation. Contributions to the Brooklyn archives are always welcome - duplication can be arranged.
For more information please contact the Brooklyn Historical Society via:
• Phone: 503-235-2174 (Don Stephens, Chair)
• Mail: PO Box 42568, Portland, OR 97242
• E-Mail: bhs@brooklyn-neighborhood.org

Meeting Information

The BHS meets the first Monday of every month at 7pm at Sacred Heart Villa located on Milwaukie Ave at Center Street. Drop-ins are welcome