When Was Eugene Oregon Founded: A Quick Look at the City’s Origins

When Was Eugene Oregon Founded: A Quick Look at the City’s Origins

Eugene, Oregon was officially incorporated as a city in 1862. The area had already been settled earlier, with a post office named Skinner’s set up in 1850 and the town site platted in 1852. Eugene got its name from Eugene Franklin Skinner, who played a key role in its founding. People interested in history might enjoy learning about how Eugene…

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