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Embark on a spooky voyage aboard the Explorer Jetboat to the famous Spirit of Halloweentown in St. Helens. Skip the hassle of driving, with the dock less than a block from the festivities. Along the way, a guide will share chilling tales of St. Helens and Portland's seedy past. Once ashore, you'll have about 4 hours to explore, including access to the paid attractions. Whether you're a fan of the iconic Disney movie “Halloweentown" or seeking Halloween family fun, this cruise has something for everyone.

Join us on Saturday, November 14th for one of our most popular events!

The Francis Ermatinger House and the Stevens-Crawford House are coming together once again for a fun night of exploring the history and happenings of these two amazing Oregon City historic homes! See rooms in both historic houses that are normally not open to the public! The Stevens-Crawford House will be opening up the attic space and basement for visitors to investigate, and the Ermatinger House will be letting visitors explore the basement.

For more information, including the event schedule, or to buy tickets, please visit the official event page at bit.ly/OCSaturdayNightSpirits

More than just movies, this marvel of a theater was built in the heyday of Hollywood glamour, right on the cusp of the modern talking picture era. It has hosted many grand affairs, including Vaudeville acts, live music, book tours, and more. Join us as we learn the rich history of the Bagdad Theater that continues to dazzle movie goers even to this day.

This tour may require standing for long periods of time and may require the use of stairs.

Passport holders: This tour is eligible for the Bagdad Theater location stamp and the Attend a History Sponsored Event experience stamp.

Tours are every Saturday.

3-hour-long Guided Tech Tour. This special three-hour tour guided by an actual submarine veteran is for those who would like to learn more about the technical workings of the Blueback.

The maximum tour size is 6 people, so plan ahead and reserve your spot. It is recommended that a regular tour be taken prior to a Tech Tour.

Tech Tours are for ages 12 and above.

Submarine tech tours are approximately 3 hours long. Submarine tech tours are approximately 40 to 50 minutes long.

The USS Blueback is a truly unique space at OMSI, but it can be challenging to navigate. Visitors must pass through a small, watertight door to enter the submarine, which requires some bending and stooping. There is a practice door you can try in the OMSI Lobby. Submarine visitors must be able to climb through the lobby hatch in order to participate in the tour.

The submarine has stairs and is narrow in places. Wheelchairs, strollers and walkers are not allowed on the submarine. Canes are permitted. Closed-toe shoes are recommended.

Please note: The submarine has very steep stairs. Visitors must be able to self-navigate. Carrying children is not allowed.

The submarine has many informational panels with Braille text. Please contact a submarine staff member with questions or for additional support.

Visit several locally run food carts, relax on Portland patios, and eat a huge selection of diverse foods. Get up close and personal with food cart owners while eating their dishes, drinking tasty beverages, and exploring Portland’s up-and-coming Eastside.

Highlights:

• Try hearty servings of food and drink from 5-7 food carts plus a brewery.
• Discover the off-the-beaten-path Central Eastside neighborhood with your guide.
• Sample fresh-cut fries with cheese and gravy, a Canadian staple, at Portland's first food cart pod.
• Enjoy global foods such as Slavic, Mexican, and Burmese delights at one of the largest food cart pods in Portland.
• Discover a hidden food hall only known to locals.
• Finish with some local craft beer on one of Portland’s largest patios.
• All food, drink, and local guide is included in the price.

Pre-booking online is required.

More than just movies, this marvel of a theater was built in the heyday of Hollywood glamour, right on the cusp of the modern talking picture era. It has hosted many grand affairs, including Vaudeville acts, live music, book tours, and more. Join and learn the rich history of the Bagdad Theater that continues to dazzle moviegoers even to this day.

This tour may require standing for long periods and using stairs.

Passport holders: This tour is eligible for the Bagdad Theater location stamp and the Attend a History Sponsored Event experience stamp.

Tours are every other Saturday.

Want to get to know the cemetery better? Take one of the monthly tours. Tours highlight Portland’s founders and regionally-known pioneers.

Reservations or donations are not required for the tour but are greatly appreciated. All proceeds go to fund the workshops and cemetery preservation work.

Two different guided tours are available each month — the Historical Tour and the Stories in Stone Tour. Both give you an opportunity to learn about the community while enjoying the beauty of the cemetery. After each tour, you will have the chance to purchase FLFC merchandise and learn how you can become a member.

“Go west young man and grow up with the country.” While many men did heed this call to the western frontier seeking adventure and fortune, most women came with their families– as children, as wives and often as mothers caring for children. This tour will highlight their unique stories and their roles in the community as Portland transitioned from a rough and tumble frontier town to an early 20th century city.

As we walk through beautiful Lone Fir Cemetery, we will visit the gravesites of women whose names you may recognize as Portland’s founding families: Terwilliger, McLoughlin, Macleay, as well as lesser-known women whose contributions through civic, philanthropic, and religious organizations improved the lives of Portlanders.