Archaeology of Boones Ferry Landing

The Wilsonville Historical Society & the City of Wilsonville Parks & Recreation are co-hosting an afternoon event to learn about the Archaeology of Boones Ferry Landing on October 26 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The event will be at the Historic Tauchman House located at Boones Ferry Park (31240 SW Boones Ferry Road, Wilsonville, OR 97070). 

Guest speaker & archeologist Michelle North will discuss the findings of the Willamette Cultural Resources archeological survey done at the site in 2022, as well as review the survey process and why they are done in the first place. A walking tour and discussion at the Boones Landing site will be offered, something made possible by the low river levels at this time of year. The Wilsonville Historical Society will provide a historic overview of the area & the impact of the landing site on the community’s history. City of Wilsonville Parks and Recreation Program Manager, Brian Stevenson, will talk about the Boones Ferry Park Master Plan and current work being done to improve river access at the park. 

Refreshments will be served after the event and the Wilsonville Historical Society will have information available on the history of Oregon ferry’s & landings, as well as the Boone’s Ferry’s 107-year history in our community. 

The event is open to the public for free & will proceed rain or shine. To RSVP, which is appreciated, or for more information please email: wilsonvillehistory@gmail.com. Event information and updates can also be found at: www.wilsonvillehistory.org 

When: Saturday, October 26, 2024

Time: 1-4pm

Location: Tauchman House

(31240 SW Boones Ferry Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070)

Fee: Free Public Event