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Oregon Tourism Commission (Travel Oregon)

Present Duties​

A tall, white building with many windows under a clear blue sky. The building has a classic architectural style with decorative cornices and appears to be in an urban setting.
The Spalding Building in SW Portland is the home for the Oregon Tourism Commission.
​​​​​​​​Travel Oregon is semi-independent and led by a nine-member governor-appointed commission. They employ 70 staff members responsible for the stewardship of the state as a travel destination for domestic and international visitors. Functions include advertising campaigns, publications, research, grants, destination development, community enrichment initiatives and managing the state’s Welcome Centers. Travel Oregon works with local communities, industry partners, government agencies and private businesses to implement its 10-year strategic vision. The agency ensures broad economic impact throughout the state by partnering with ​Oregon’s Regional Destination Management organizations in the state’s seven tourism regions.​  ​Agency Website

Contact Information

Phone: 971-717-6205
Contact: Todd Davidson, CEO
Administrative Rules Coordinator: See Contact List for Tourism Commission​​​

Legal & Legislative Information

Statutory Authority: ​ ORS 284.101-284.146
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Records & Publications

State Archives Holdings from This Agency

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The following are selected abbreviated listings from the holdings of the Oregon State Archives. Additional records may be available. These records may be viewed free of charge at the State Archives Building in Salem.
 
Title: Photographs and Negatives, Tourism and Travel
Dates: ca. 1935-1984
Cubic Ft.: 22.55