A July Full of Programs at the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
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BAKER CITY, Ore.– The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is hosting several special interpretive programs throughout July for visitors at the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center – providing lots of opportunities for visitors and families to enjoy the outdoors and learn about the old west during summer vacations. With these presentations, the BLM invites families, youth and visitors to learn how public lands connect them to America’s natural and cultural heritage.
July 1, 2 and 3 – Folk Musician Hank Cramer performs music and tells stories from the old west at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. daily.
July 14 and 15 – Michael “Bad Hand” Terry presents “People of the Plains,” discussing history and traditions of Plains Indians, and research and work in producing authentic replicas of tools, dress, and equipment of the Plains tribes. The show will be in the Leo Adler Theater, from 10:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 4 p.m.
July 15 and 16 – Blacksmith Gary Lewis demonstrates historic metal working techniques of the frontier era from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.
July 28 and 29 – Western singer Mary Kaye performs a “Spirit of the West” program with songs about the people, history, culture and landscapes that define this region on Saturday, July 29th at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. in the Leo Adler Theater. Evening concert at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 28th (outside, weather permitting).
July 6, 13 and 20 – The Thursday Outdoor Club offers learning activities for youngsters to hone outdoor skills from 1 to 2 p.m.
Throughout the month, staff interpreters will offer a variety of living history programs, outdoor cooking demonstrations, history hikes, and gold panning along with demonstrations to help visitors learn about regional geology, frontier life ways, and outdoor skills. Contact the interpretive center for the daily schedule.
The Bureau of Land Management National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center is located five miles east of Baker City, Oregon on Highway 86. Take Exit 302 from I-84. The Center is currently open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. Admission for adults is $8 and $4.50 for seniors; children 15 and under are admitted for free. Federal passes are also accepted. Call (541) 523-1843 for updates on programs and events or visit https://www.blm.gov/nhotic.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.