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Hitch up the Wagons, we are moving!

Apr 4, 2019 | work party/ moving

We are so thrilled to be moving to Cottage Grove this Spring and taking up residence in the historic Dr. Snapp House on River Road! It’s exciting to be embraced by such a welcoming community. Cottage Grove is very alive with history and has an active historical...

Basket Making Class Nov 2018

Nov 15, 2018 | Events

Basket making! It was a lovely fall day at the granary, and about 10 people gathered to make reed baskets with Cheryl, our fearless instructor! We had a delightful time sipping tea and creating unique baskets. We even had a mom and two kids who had a great time...

Horse Riding Day 2018

May 12, 2018 | Events

What a great day we had at Animal Rescue Teaching on Saturday May 5th, 2018! We had about 13 children come out and ride horses and ponies and make some fun horse themed art with us. Dan and Tami did a great job patiently leading the kids and parents in brushing the...

Singing Creek Center featured on podcast: Non Profit Eugene at KEPW

Apr 10, 2018 | press

The Relevance of History Statement Endorsed by Singing Creek Center

Mar 27, 2018 | pioneer/ historical

by Bart Aikens, Singing Creek Educational Center Board Member Read more about the importance of history here: https://www.historyrelevance.com Singing Creek Educational Center has recently endorsed History Relevance’s Value of History statement, which consists of...

Letters From the Trail Program starts in 2018

Dec 10, 2017 | pioneer/ historical, Programs

Letters From the Trail is a unique new program that brings literature and history to life in Lane County Classrooms! We are so excited to launch this new program in February, 2018. A costumed interpreter from the Oregon Trail (circa 1858) will do a 20 minute...

Karen Interviewed on KLCC Radio!

Sep 1, 2017 | Events, press

I had the pleasure of being on the radio today on KLCC 89.7 here in Eugene, talking with Eric Alan about Singing Creek Educational Center and our upcoming Pioneer Grandparent’s Tea! In case you missed it, you can listen to the interview here:...

The Historic One-Room Pioneer Schoolhouse at Camas Country Mill & Bakery

Aug 9, 2017 | pioneer/ historical

You might be wondering about the pioneer schoolhouse at the home of Tom and Sue Hunton, which is near to the granary building where we have our programs at Singing Creek Educational Center. Perhaps you have driven past it on your way to one of our events or camps....

Living History Festival 2017 was super fun!

Jul 1, 2017 | Past Events, pioneer/ historical

We had a great time at the Living History Festival in June 2017! Despite the clouds and rain, there were lots of families that came out and had a good time. We had some great sunshine at times and lots of smiles! Thank you so much to the volunteers who helped make...

What is Living History?

Apr 30, 2017 | pioneer/ historical

Article courtesy of ALHFAM: Associate of Living History Farms and Museums. Singing Creek Educational Center is a member of ALHFAM. Living History: A simulation of life in another time – Jay Anderson For research, interpretation, and play – Jay Anderson A history that...