Just a short drive south of Portland, Oregon City is the oldest incorporated city west of the Rockies. The city is full of historic homes and buildings and has several museums and interpretive centers. On the outskirts of town, gorgeous farms and homes provide a scenic atmosphere for a country event.
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Abernethy Center
503-722-9400
606 15th Street, Oregon City
The Abernethy Center has indoor and outdoor amenities to make the perfect setting for a beautiful wedding or successful corporate event. Receptions can take place in Abigail’s Garden with a light airy 60’x70’ tent to protect from the weather, which seats up to 300 guests. The garden is available May through October. The elegant indoor ballroom is available year round and can accommodate up to 325 guests. Catering is available.
Ainsworth House and Gardens
19130 Lot Whitcomb Drive, Oregon City
503-656-1894
Ainsworth House and Gardens provides the perfect indoor and outdoor setting for weddings, retreats, conferences and other events. The historic house was built in 1851 as a wedding gift. The grounds can accommodate up to 100 guests. Inclusive packages with catering are available as well as site only rentals.
Baker Cabin Historical Site – Pioneer Church
503-631-8274
Hattan & Gronlund Rd, Oregon City
The Pioneer Church at Baker Cabin Historical Site was built in 1885. The Baker Cabin, also on the site, was built in 1856. The church is available to rent for weddings, christenings and memorials. The one room 24’ x 34’ church seats up to 80 guests.
Canemah Childrens Park
503-496-1201
815 4th Ave, Oregon City
Canemah Children’s park has a basketball court and a small play area. The park is adjacent to the Canemah Bluff natural area. The park has a picnic shelter available to rent for events.
Chapin Park
503-496-1201
340 Warner Parrott Rd, Oregon City
Chapin Park is an 18 acre park with baseball and softball fields, soccer fields, a jogging path and a play area. Chapin Park has a picnic shelter available to rent for events.
Clackamette Park
503-496-1201
1955 Clackamette Drive, Oregon City
Clackamette Park has RV camping, a boat ramp for fishing on the river and a skate park. Clackamette Park has a picnic shelter available to rent for events.
Clackamas River House
503-503-8478
17850 S Clackamas River Dr, Oregon City
The Clackamas River House is located on the Clackamas River. Guests enjoy great views of the river from their windows. The Bed and Breakfast has a gorgeous garden with a Pagoda, bridge and pond that makes a lovely setting for an intimate wedding or other events.
Hillendale Park
503-496-1201
19260 Clairmont Way, Oregon City
Hillendale park is a sixteen-acre park with baseball and soccer fields, a tennis court, walking path and play areas for children. The park has a picnic shelter available to rent for events.
Kings Raven Winery
503-505-6873
11603 S New Era Rd, Oregon City
King’s Raven Winery is an estate vineyard with an event space and pasture with Black Angus cattle. Kings Raven Winery has ½ acre of outdoor event space on the property that will accommodate up to 300 people. The winery has parking for up to 100 vehicles.
Museum of the Oregon Territory
503-655-5574
211 Tumwater Dr, Oregon City
The Museum of the Oregon Territory overlooks Willamette Falls, the second largest waterfall in the United States. The museum’s Tumwater Room is an event space perfect for weddings, receptions, meetings and more. The room can accommodate up to 299 guests. The room has 360-degree views, cherry floors, cathedral ceilings and arched windows.
Oregon City Golf Club at Lone Oak
503-518-2846
20124 South Beavercreek Road, Oregon City, OR
The Oregon City Golf Club provides a comfortable setting for all sorts of events including: weddings and wedding receptions, retirement parties, anniversary parties, birthday parties, class reunions, family reunions, holiday parties, award banquets, memorial services, fundraisers, meetings, seminars, and golf tournaments. The golf club can accommodate up to 250 guests depending on the type of event and season. The Golf Club has a garden patio and courtyard areas.
Oregon City Swimming Pool
503-657-8273
1211 Jackson Street, Oregon City
The Oregon City Swimming Pool is a 25-meter pool with a diving board, a slide and a basketball hoop. The pool is available to rent for parties and events for up to 120 people. Lifeguards are included in pool rentals. The Community Room is also available to rent.
Pioneer Community Center & Peace Garden
503-657-8287
615 5th St, Oregon City
The Pioneer Community Center has a 3,500 square foot hall that is available to rent for events such as weddings, meetings and seminars. The center can accommodate up to 150 people for a seated meal or 200 for dancing. The Oregon City Trolly is available to rent in addition to the facility. The outdoor Peace Garden is also available for weddings, receptions and photos.
Rivercrest Park
503-496-1201
131 Park Drive, Oregon City
Rivercrest Park is a six-acre park with two covered picnic areas available to rent for events. The popular park has a play area, tennis courts, and basketball courts. The park also has a Spray Park with spray nozzles, water cannons, splash buckets and more.
Stone Creek Golf Club
503-518-4653
14603 S Stoneridge Dr, Oregon City
Stone Creek Golf Club was rated the 6th best golf course in Oregon. The club covers 165 acres and features spectacular views of Mt Hood. The club makes an exception setting for corporate outings, fundraisers and other events.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
More Locations
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