Publications

Sherman County:
For The Record

Readers of a remarkable twice-yearly historical anthology enjoy local history compiled and written by local people with illustrations and photographs from the Museum collections or the authors. Published since 1983, For The Record brings to life the good times, the hard times, the economy and the entertainment of life in Sherman County. A record of memorial gifts to the Society are printed in this publication.

For the Record may be ordered by clicking the links below. Descriptions of each issue are included in the product description, by decade.

You may also order by sending a check or money order to: 
Sherman County Historical Museum, P.O. Box 173, Moro, OR 97039 

Please specify which volume(s) you would like to purchase.

All Volumes: $6.00 
Postage:
1 issue $3.00
2+ issues $2.00 each

For the Record Index 
To assist in research like trying to locate specific people, places, or topics, 4 Volumes of Indexes are available from 1983 to 2002 to purchase for $5.00.

Also, an Alphabetical Listing of Articles/Stories by Subject for all Issues is available for $3.00.

The Plow 
A twice -yearly newsletter informs and educates members on a variety of subjects, including programs, progress, finance, exhibits, museum operation, education, governance and the collections.  Members and donors of funding and objects for the collections are recognized in each issue, volunteers and members are recognized for outstanding contributions and performance and, as appropriate, notice of the annual meeting, a financial statement and a calendar of events are published.

A Guide to the Oregon Trails in Sherman County 
A Guide to the Oregon Trails in Sherman County (a brochure) is designed for a hands-on visit. Descriptions and a map of the route, with diary quotes, make a tour of the accessible Trail segments an interesting, worthwhile experience.

Oregon Trails, Rails and Roads in Sherman County  
Oregon Trails, Rails and Roads in Sherman County is a supplement to the interpretive exhibit of the same name. This brochure designed by Jeanney McArthur won an honorable mention award in the publications and graphic design competition sponsored by the American Association of Museums in 1993. It tells the story of The Tenino Indian Trails, early explorers, Oregon Trail pioneers and the Sherman County settlers using objects from the Museum's collections, photographs, maps, illustrations and hands-on activities. The Exhibit Team comprised Museum volunteers who contributed vast amounts of time, talent and expertise, professional designers and a guest scholar.

Sherman County Resources  
A list of resources in and about Sherman County to aid in your research.