Oregon is 150 years old this year

Oregon 150 is planning a bunch of events this year.   Does 150 years as a state feel “special” to you?

Here is the Act of Congress (February 14, 1859) admitting Oregon to the Union.  I had no idea we were a Valentines Day state…

[Update] – a quick look through the Oregon 150 website leaves one – underwhelmed – by the events and celebrations planned.   I could find only one – a 150 years of art in Oregon in Benton County, I think.   Very lame.