Redmond Historic Landmarks Commission

Redmond Historic Landmarks Commission Dedicated to preserving and promoting Redmond's history and culture The Landmarks Commissions meets at 4:30 p.m.

the fourth Thursday of each month at Redmond City Hall, 411 SW 9th St., Redmond, OR 97756
Agendas and minutes are available at www.redmondoregon.gov

Commissioners
Barry Branaugh, Chair
Megan Watkins, Vice Chair
Deborah Cook
Courtney Gallant
Trish Pinkerton
Carol Klemz
Claire Gray
Youth ex-officio Aspen Petersen
Council Liaison Cat Zwicker

The Redmond Historic Landmarks Commission was created o

n February 22, 2011 by City Ordinance 2011-01. The City of Redmond’s Community Development Department provides staff support for the Commission’s activities. The purpose of this commission is to preserve and promote Redmond’s history and culture by:

1. Identifying, evaluating, and designating historic and cultural resources in the City of Redmond as landmarks;
2. Informing and educating the public on the historic and architectural significance of the designated landmarks;
3. Informing and educating the public on the value of preserving Redmond’s historic and cultural resources; and
4. Soliciting grants and other resources to help promote, advocate and undertake preservation projects in the City of Redmond; and
5. any other activities that will help preserve and promote Redmond’s history and culture.

Central Oregon Daily News
03/11/2026

Central Oregon Daily News

03/04/2026

Redmond has always been full of unique people who think for themselves.

Josephine Redmond, upon the discovery that there was no music teacher for children, volunteered herself to fill the need.

Photo ca. 1905
redmondmuseum.org

03/04/2026

The original Redmond Fairgrounds, home to the famous Potato Show. Today, Fred Meyer occupies this area of land.
redmondmuseum.org

03/04/2026

Guess who?

redmondmuseum.org

Redmond Heritage WalkA walking tour guide to Redmond's unique past.
02/26/2026

Redmond Heritage Walk
A walking tour guide to Redmond's unique past.

A walking tour guide to Redmond's unique past.

02/26/2026

Fancily-clad locals pose in front of the original Redmond Hotel before it burned down in 1927.

Uncover facts you never knew about the City of Redmond, Oregon as the historical society begins a whole new chapter. Stay tuned for more community events in the near future!

To become a part of history, go to redmondmuseum.org

Aerial photos of Redmond (and one from Sisters) over the years. The church that is now Grace and Hammer Pizza serves as ...
02/26/2026

Aerial photos of Redmond (and one from Sisters) over the years. The church that is now Grace and Hammer Pizza serves as one of the most reliable Landmarks for identifying old photos.

The Greater Redmond Historical Society is up to some exciting things! Keep an "eye" out for us around town as we continue to unearth our humble town's unique and fascinating history.

🥔 redmondmuseum.org

02/26/2026
𝙏𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙬𝙖𝙡𝙠 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙪𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙍𝙚𝙙𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙙'𝙨 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙩.From tent houses and Western False Fronts to elegant Craftsman bungalo...
02/04/2026

𝙏𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙬𝙖𝙡𝙠 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙪𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙍𝙚𝙙𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙙'𝙨 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙩.

From tent houses and Western False Fronts to elegant Craftsman bungalows and striking Art Deco façades, Redmond’s architecture tells the story of a town built from grit and vision. Explore historic downtown where early 1900s brick and stone buildings stand alongside Streamline Moderne gems: reminders of a community shaped by railroads, canals, and a bold spirit of growth.

A walking tour guide to Redmond's unique past.

*Classic Clippings*Thursday, July 14, 1910 Vol 1. No. 1 The Redmond SpokesmanTravel to 1910 through the first pages of T...
01/27/2026

*Classic Clippings*

Thursday, July 14, 1910 Vol 1. No. 1 The Redmond Spokesman

Travel to 1910 through the first pages of The Redmond Spokesman. From the simplicity of tents to the splendor of modern homes to the might of commerce, Redmond is growing...

Address

411 SW 9th Street
Redmond, OR
97756

Telephone

+15419237710

Website

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/f3ba16fb7f364ed89edfa630535ae33a, https://www.redmo

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