Rose Farm (William Holmes House)

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William and Louisa Holmes were pioneers who joined the ‘great migration‘ in 1843. Their home, completed in 1847, is the oldest American home in Oregon City and was the scene of early government meetings and many social events. The first territorial governor, Joseph Lane, gave his 1849 inaugural address from the balcony of the Rose Farm, and the celebrants gathered on the lawn below. The claim was nicknamed the ‘Rose Farm’ by friends and neighbors because of the many roses Louisa planted in the yard

Guided Tour: Saturday, June 13
$4 fee adults; $3 fee seniors and children under 12
$1 discount w/ Passport

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2009 Portland Rose Festival History & Roses Tour presented by Windermere

In celebration of the Rose Festival’s strong ties to Portland history, this year’s History & Roses Tour presented by Windermere showcases a selection of vintage Portland area homes, landmarks and gardens. Each location has its own tradition or historical significance involving the Rose Festival and offers a glimpse of early Portland life when the festival was young.

This year we expand the Tour to include Oregon City's historical heritage in honor of Oregon's 150th.

Locations on the Tour are open various dates and hours; each location on the Tour may charge an admission rate. Discounts are available with the History & Roses Tour Passport, which can be purchased for $5 at the Rose Festival office or Dennis’ 7 Dees landscaping and garden centers.

Go to www.RoseFestival.org for additional tour site and Passport details.