JOAN KRAHMER HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANTS Joan Krahmer Historic Preservation Grants are matching grants, intended to partially reimburse the costs of eligible preservation projects and encourage the maintenance of historic properties. Properties listed on the City’s CRI are eligible to apply for funding and the application can be found at www.Hillsboro-Oregon.gov.
To learn more about Hillsboro’s history or historic preservation, visit the following organizations: Hillsboro Historical Society Washington County Museum Oregon State Historic Preservation Office Restore Oregon Architectural Heritage Center The National Trust for Historic Preservation National Park Service — Technical Preservation Services
Freeman House restoration
PRESERVING HISTORIC HILLSBORO AWARDS Each year, the Preserving Historic Hillsboro Awards recognize the visible reminders of our community's long history, and the people who have preserved them. Awards are presented in several categories and certificates are presented to homeowners by the City Council during Historic Preservation Month every May.
Photos in this brochure appear courtesy of the City of Hillsboro and Washington County Heritage Online. This publication has been funded with the assistance of a matching grant-in-aid from the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office and Historic Preservation Fund, National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. Any opinion, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of the Interior. Regulations of the U.S. Department of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, or handicap. Any person who believes she or he has been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility operated by a recipient of federal assistance should write to: Office of Equal Opportunity, National Park Service, 1201 Eye Street, NW (2740) Washington, DC 20005.
HISTORIC HILLSBORO Historic Preser vation in the Cit y
Our community’s historic and cultural landmarks
HILLSBORO’S CULTURAL RESOURCES
are unique to Hillsboro. From the Burger People
Since 1985, Hillsboro’s significant historic resources have been listed on the citywide Cultural Resource
to the Courthouse Sequoias, these landmarks preserve the City’s character, enrich our sense of community, and make Hillsboro a more vibrant
Inventory (CRI). Currently, 82 properties are listed on Hillsboro’s CRI, ranging from residential homes to Downtown businesses, and even historic trees.
place to call home. Hillsboro Grange restoration
Courthouse Sequoias
Washington County Courthouse
Masonic Lodge
Pioneer Cemetery
HISTORIC LANDMARKS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Donelson House
Lyons House
The Historic Landmarks Advisory Committee (HLAC) makes recommendations to the City’s Planning Commission on actions affecting historic and cultural resources. The members also assist in the nomination of new properties to the City’s Cultural Resource Inventory and help educate the public on the importance of historic preservation.
CONSERVATION ZONES Two local conservation zones are recognized in Hillsboro: the Downtown Neighborhood Conservation zone and Orenco Townsite Conservation zone. These areas are recognized for their local historic value and are preserved through the implementation of design guidelines. Walking maps of the City’s historic districts can be found on the Hillsboro Historic Landmarks Advisory Committee webpage or from the City of Hillsboro Planning Department.