McKee Bridge Historical Society
Built in 1917, McKee Bridge is tied as the oldest surviving covered bridge in Oregon. It is further distinguished as the longest, spanning 122 feet, as well as the highest, rising 45 feet above the Applegate River.
A Brief History of The Upper Applegate Valley & McKee Bridge
Here are the basics about human habitation in the Upper Applegate Valley and the life story of McKee Bridge. If you would like to know the details, the stories, and the legends, and browse and search a vast trove of vintage photos and unique relics, become an MBHS Member to access the For MBHS Members area.
McKee Bridge – McKee Bridge Historical Society
In 1917, to bypass this treacherous stretch, Jackson County built McKee Bridge and a twin covered bridge back where you crossed the river. Oddly, the McKee Bridge neighborhood flourished during the Great Depression.
How to get to McKee Bridge – McKee Bridge Historical Society
McKee Bridge is the centerpiece of the Upper Applegate History Trail. For a virtual visit or to follow along on your phone, use this interactive map with full descriptions of the stops on the History Trail.
Cook & Green Trail – McKee Bridge Historical Society
Over the years, three myths developed about the identities of Cook and Green. One is traced to Lee Port Sr. (1889-1956), the Applegate District Ranger for the Rogue River National Forest (and father of Lee Jr., shown in this 1970s photograph). Lee …
About MBHS – McKee Bridge Historical Society
The inaugural McKee Bridge Day on Fathers Day, June 20, 1999, attracted around 300 Oregonians to the bridge and picnic grounds. The guest of honor was Albert Hackert, husband of Dorothy McKee, the youngest of the 12 children of Deb & Leila McKee.
Events – McKee Bridge Historical Society
The Bridge-The Valley-The Museum. How to get to McKee Bridge; Brief History of The Upper Applegate Valley & McKee Bridge; Virtual Museum; Photo Gallery; About. History of the Society; Officers & Directors; The McKee Bridge Quilt & Museum Trailer; Acknowledgments & Copyrights; News; Historical Trails. Cook & Green Trail; Upper Applegate History ...
Oregon Trail pioneers – McKee Bridge Historical Society
Notes: In 1853 John & Maryum traveled from Missouri over the Oregon Trail with their 2 small children, Maxmilly & Adelbert, and 16 other family members. They first homesteaded on a butte they named Roxy Ann, after John's aunt and Maryum's step-mother.
6th Annual Christmas On A Covered Bridge – McKee Bridge …
Dec 14, 2024 · 6th Annual Christmas On A Covered Bridge The wonderful winter festival supporting the MBHS scholarship program! MEGA bake sale, handcrafted gifts, Santa and Mrs. Claus, free hot beverages.
Steamboat mine – McKee Bridge Historical Society
It brought hardrock mining (tunneling) and milling to Oregon, techniques that later spread across the Pacific Northwest to far richer mining centers in northern Idaho and elsewhere. Locations Applegate Village