101 at 100: The History of Oregon’s Most Iconic Highway

In 1913, the Oregon Highway Commission started the ambitious project of building a continuous highway along Oregon’s coast.  In 1926 the 363-mile road was designated federal Highway 101, linking communities across seven counties.  Oregon’s Highway 101 is more than a road.  For over a century, it has connected coastal communities, supported commerce and agriculture, and drawn visitors to the beauty and history of the Oregon coast.  This presentation will talk about how the highway began, the engineering feats, and the impact the highway had on coastal communities.

Our presenter this month is Megan Lallier-Barron, Curator of Exhibitions for the Oregon Historical Society.  She is responsible for researching and developing content for exhibitions of all sizes. She has recently curated an exhibition on the history of Highway 101 that opened in February of this year. Megan holds a MS in arts management with a focus on museum studies from the University of Oregon and a BA in archaeology and art history from the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Potsdam.

We recommend arriving early to reserve a seat.

History & Hops is supported by the Seaside Museum, the Seaside Public Library, and Seaside Brewing Co.