Events
March TNT: Originators, Oddballs, and Operators
Lovell Showroom, Fort George Brewery 1483 Duane St, Astoria, OR, United StatesA fun and fast‑paced Thursday Night Talk exploring the colorful originators, oddballs, and operators who helped shape Clatsop County. Join Clatsop County Historical Society Executive Director Mac Burns for lively stories of the larger‑than‑life characters behind local history.
Free
It’s Your Lucky Day!
Astoria Column 1 Coxcomb Hill Dr, Astoria, United StatesIt’s Your Lucky Day! Join the Astoria Column throughout March as we celebrate with random giveaways and a lucky contest or two. Follow us on social media, watch for the leprechaun, and see if today is your lucky day during our Centennial festivities!
Free
April TNT: You Gotta Regatta!
Lovell Showroom, Fort George Brewery 1483 Duane St, Astoria, OR, United StatesExperience Astoria’s history through captivating stories and vintage photos at “You Gotta Regatta!”—an evening dedicated to the early years of the Astoria Regatta. Join us for a rare glimpse into Astoria’s maritime past, with local researcher Lauri Serafin presenting a fascinating look at the Regatta’s 1894 origins, the memorable 1899 event, and the crowning of the 1914 Regatta Queen, Alli
Free
Mother’s Day Tea & Scones at the Flavel House Museum
Flavel House Museum 714 Exchange St, Astoria, OR, United StatesMother’s Day Tea & Scones Returns to the Flavel House Museum.
$15.00
May TNT: Restoring Pusterla
Lovell Showroom, Fort George Brewery 1483 Duane St, Astoria, OR, United StatesCelebrate the Astoria Column’s 100th anniversary—and the artistry and ingenuity behind its amazing murals—with a behind-the-scenes look at their preservation. The Clatsop County Historical Society invites the community to “Restoring Pusterla: The Story Behind the Astoria Column Murals,” a free, one-night Thursday Night Talks (TNT) lecture featuring restoration lead John Goodenberger on May 21 at Fort George’s Lovell Showroom. Goodenberger,
Free
Short Circuit 40th Anniversary & Astoria Film Celebration
Oregon Film Museum 732 Duane St., Astoria, OR, United StatesShort Circuit 40th is the official 40th Anniversary celebration of the beloved 1986 film Short Circuit, hosted in Astoria, Oregon—one of the Pacific Northwest’s most iconic movie towns. Taking place June 5–7, 2026, the event brings together cast and crew appearances, panel talks, film screenings, exclusive exhibitions, licensed merchandise, and immersive fan experiences across multiple historic venues. Celebrating both Short Circuit and Astoria’s rich film legacy, the weekend promises nostalgia, community, and a one‑of‑a‑kind cinematic tribute.
Old-Fashioned Fun & Games
Flavel House Museum 714 Exchange St, Astoria, OR, United StatesA hands‑on family day at the Flavel House Museum featuring classic lawn games, old‑fashioned toys, and simple amusements enjoyed by children and adults over a century ago.
Old-Fashioned Fun & Games
Flavel House Museum 714 Exchange St, Astoria, OR, United StatesA hands‑on family day at the Flavel House Museum featuring classic lawn games, old‑fashioned toys, and simple amusements enjoyed by children and adults over a century ago.
Astoria Column Centennial Celebration
Celebrate a remarkable milestone: the 100th anniversary of the Astoria Column! visit astoriacolumn100.org for details.
From Monument to Icon: Astoria Column at 100
FeaturedLiberty Theater 1203 Commercial St, Astoria, United StatesOn July 22, 2026, the Astoria Column marks the 100th anniversary of its dedication. One hundred years later, the community is invited to celebrate this milestone with an evening of history, reflection, and festivity. Attendees will enjoy cake, a short film, and a keynote presentation by public historian Zachary Stocks. Stocks will present “Lost Monuments of the Northwest,” an engaging
Free
Astoria Regatta’s Rose Planting Ceremony Saturday, August 8, 2026
Flavel House Museum 714 Exchange St, Astoria, OR, United StatesA Signature Astoria Regatta Event Honoring the Queen and Admiral The Rose Planting Ceremony is a long-standing Astoria Regatta tradition, celebrating community, pageantry, and regional friendship. Held in cooperation with the Royal Rosarians of Portland, the ceremony honors the reigning Regatta Queen and Admiral with the planting of new roses in the historic Flavel House Museum gardens, creating a living
“An Adventure in History” radio show, with Mac Burns and Alana Kujala, Sundays, 8:30-9PM
An Adventure in History radio show on KMUN is a fun, casual conversation about local history, national history, local cultural organizations, and happenings hosted by Mac Burns and Alana Kujala. A co-production with the Clatsop County Historical Society.
Free
