Engage Corvallis

Sidewalk Storytelling in Corvallis, Oregon
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Full Moon Ghosts & True Crime

Join during the spookiest time of the month where true crime meets suspected hauntings on this hour-long walking tour!Come delve into the eerie world of ghosts, murder, and grisly accidents in downtown Corvallis.

Book: Wed July 29th – 8:30

You’ll spend an hour hearing hair-raising stories outside the downtown Corvallis buildings where these hauntings, crimes, and accidents have been reported. And you’ll probably soak up a little Corvallis history along the way!

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Meet Your Streets!

A complimentary historical storytelling event that promises a new adventure each month.

Join us every 1st Friday at 5:30,
April to October.

Reserve: Fri Aug 7th @ 5:30p


These free guided walking experiences connect you to new stories each month as we explore an invisible side of downtown Corvallis on foot. It’s an invitation to connect with the heartbeat of the city!

When future reservations open, our mailing list hears first!

Corvallis Chronicles

Come discover an hour of key moments in the region’s history, including how Montana affected Willamette Valley agriculture and how medieval forests in Europe influenced the Pacific Northwest.

Book: Aug 14th @ 12:30p


Our storyteller will explain how immigrants impacted native Kalapuya, the cause of the biggest financial collapse in the town’s history, and leave you with many memorable tales to share!

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Grant-Funded Oregon 250 Tours

Thanks to a partnership with the Benton County Historical Society, you can join an interpretive tour that extends from the museum gallery into the streets of Corvallis.

These tours last about 90 minutes and involve viewing the exhibit in the gallery as well as walking through the streets of downtown Corvallis. You will see familiar places with fresh eyes and learn how choices made generations ago still shape our community.

Tickets are free thanks to a grant from Oregon250. Please pre-register.

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Gossip Sessions

Come roam the streets as our storyteller spills the tea on all the surprising stories hiding in plain sight around our little town. Corvallis has more drama than you think!

When Tuesday evening reservations open, our mailing list hears first! In the meantime, save these dates:

Juicy Details: 9/15 @ 7:00 Boss Babes: 9/22 @ 7:00 Origin Story: 9/29 @ 7:00 Tragedy Strikes: 10/6 @ 7:00


You’ll pause on sidewalks where the rumors (and truth!) live and hear the down-and-dirty bits people will be talking about long after the one-hour adventure ends.

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Progressive Adult Storytime

Follow a trained storyteller through the Corvallis streets on a fun, early evening adventure. The sidewalks become a treasure hunt and every stop reveals a new story. Some of the wildest tales about our town are true!

When Tuesday evening reservations open, our mailing list hears first! In the meantime, save these dates:

Defiant Dames: 9/15 @ 5:30 Corvallis Unlocked: 9/22 @ 5:30 Grim & Ghastly: 9/29 @ 5:30 Decoding Downtown: 10/6 @ 5:30


It’s a fun, discovery-filled night out for curious locals, couples, friend groups, visitors, and new residents who want to end the adventure loving this town in a whole new way.

Planning ahead? Consider requesting a tour for your dates.

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