Engage Corvallis
Walking Tours in Corvallis, Oregon!
Alive in the Margins
A social justice foray into the past. Spend an hour discovering the untold stories of those who defied the odds, broke boundaries, and challenged the injustices of their time.
The often-overlooked narratives of women, queerfolk, and people of color have shaped and enriched the tapestry of antiquity. Learn about how the people who lived through history’s hardest moments fought to rewrite the narrative.
Meet Your Streets!
A complimentary storytelling tour that promises a new adventure each month.
Join us every 1st Friday at 5:30,
April to October.
These free guided walking tours connect you to new stories each month as we explore an invisible side of downtown Corvallis on foot. More than a tour; it’s an invitation to connect with
the heartbeat of the city!
When reservations open for the following month, our mailing list hears first!
Full Moon
Ghosts &
True Crime Tour
Step outside on the spookiest night of the month to delve into the eerie world of ghosts, murder, and grisly accidents in downtown Corvallis.
True crime meets reported hauntings on this hour long walking tour.
When reservations open for July, our mailing list hears first!
Rainbow Roots: Queer History in Corvallis
Stories of local LGBTQIA+ lives and activism come to life – from quiet acts of courage to bold movements for change – spanning over a century of history.
Whether you’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community, an ally, or simply curious to learn more, come discover 120 years of resilience, resistance, and community in the heart of the Willamette Valley.
A Spoonful of Struggle: Stories of Food and Social Justice in Corvallis
Come explore the deep connections between food, history, and social equity. We’ll walk to several stops in downtown Corvallis revealing stories that have shaped our food system and continue to influence social justice today.
Gain a deeper understanding of how local food has been shaped by historical struggles, cultural intersections, and the ongoing fight for equity.
Beneath the Foam:
Beer, Soil, & Labor
Discover how beer tells the story of resilience, adversity, and the fight for justice in Corvallis.
This journey from past to pint includes about a mile of walking downtown and ends at a local beer establishment – the leading edge of local beer history!
A Sip of History: Social Justice Biographies
The often-overlooked narratives of women, queerfolk, and people of color have shaped and enriched the tapestry of history. Learn about a few locals who lived through hard moments in history and fought to rewrite the narrative.
This social justice foray into the past spends an hour covering a century of incredible accounts and ends at a local establishment – connected to the stories – where attendees can raise a glass to new knowledge.
Corvallis Chronicles
Come discover an hour of key moments in the region’s history, including how Montana impacted Willamette Valley agriculture and how medieval forests in Europe impacted the Pacific Northwest.
We’ll talk about how immigrants impacted native Kalapuya, the cause of the biggest financial collapse in the town’s history, and much more!
When reservations open for June, our mailing list hears first!
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