Influential figures who have impacted Black history in Oregon, part 2
Paul Knauls led the fundraising effort for “The Dream" statue.
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Paul Knauls led the fundraising effort for “The Dream" statue.
Despite the Black exclusion laws that hindered and discouraged many African Americans from settling in Oregon, there’s still a rich history of Black individuals who have made indelible marks on the state. In honor of the start of Black History Month, here’s (another) short list of influential Black figures in Oregon who shouldn’t be forgotten.
Bobby Robinson and Charles Williams made history as UO's first Black football players.
MISSION — Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is the subject of an upcoming exhibit at Tamastslikt Cultural Institute on the Umatilla Indian Reservation.
The foundation awarded more than 30 grants supporting a variety of school programs, including a districtwide art exhibit and even acquiring a 15th century instrument.