Since 2011, Restore Oregon has delivered one of the most successful preservation programs in the state: Oregon’s Most Endangered Places.
Many historic properties in Oregon are at risk of being lost to demolition, neglect, hard times, poor public policy, or encroaching development. Our Most Endangered Places program works to raise public awareness of the cultural value of these places, provide direct consultation, distribute seed grants, advocate for pro-preservation public policy, and help owners leverage additional grants and private investment to support their efforts.
Program Facts
- Launched in 2011
- Helped 52 places across Oregon
- Delivered over 3,800 direct consultation hours
- Distributed $72,000 in seed grants
- Guided owners to leverage nearly $4,000,000 of additional grant funding and private investment towards rehabilitation and restoration
Nominate a Historic Place At-Risk
Restore Oregon is dedicated to the idea that preservation is everyone’s responsibility, and we seek to enlighten, engage, and empower others to help achieve this vision. Each Endangered Place is nominated by concerned citizens and friends group working to save these places. To learn more about nominating a place for Oregon’s Most Endangered Places, please click here to fill out a brief form.
Oregon’s Most Endangered Places by Year
Announced each November during the Restoration Celebration, Restore Oregon carefully curates the Most Endangered Places list which includes places from previous years, as well as new additions.
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Support Our Efforts
A donation to Restore Oregon helps ensure Oregon’s history and cultural heritage remains for generations to come. Your donation directly impacts Oregon’s Most Endangered Places through direct technical support provided by our Preservation Programs Team. Make your donation today to save endangered places for tomorrow.
This program is made possible by community support from members like you and from: