Oswego Founded in 1850, The Town's Beginnings The high bluff overlooking the river, a short distance from their sawmill on Sucker Creek, was where the Durhams chose to build a home and lay out the original town site in 1850. Five years later they started selling their Donation Land Claim. Over the next thirteen years they received a total of $20,900 for the 640 acres. … [Read more...] about 1850 Oswego
Odd Fellows Hall
Odd Fellows Hall
Odd Fellows Hall, Circa 1890 Location: 295 Durham Street From Lake Oswego LandmarksThe Odd Fellows Hall holds a significant place in Lake Oswego history as a place of social and public gatherings. Upon completion, the hall was dedicated with a meeting followed by a dinner and ball. The Odd Fellows Hall exemplifies the Italianate style featuring a prominent … [Read more...] about Odd Fellows Hall