The Oregon Historic
District Society

Keeping Dayton’s historic neighborhood alive and well, brick by brick.

Take a walk through Dayton history

Officially added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, the Oregon District spans twelve city blocks of structures built mostly between the 1800s and early 1900s.

Discover the story of Dayton’s oldest historic district - from its early development stages to our continued preservation efforts today.

Keeping Our Neighborhood Beautiful and Fun

  • Gardening & Park Committee

    The Gardening & Park Committee maintains and improves Newcom Park for all of our neighbors to enjoy.

  • Family Committee

    Our Family Committee organizes programs, entertainment, and activities for the children of the Oregon District.

  • Community Engagement Committee

    Organizes community events such as the Block Party, 4th of July Picnic, and FallFest, as well as other neighborhood events.

Calendar & Events

From meetings to block parties, the Oregon Historic District Society stays busy in our community.

Get Involved

  • Join OHDS

    Membership is open to residents, locals, or anyone who wants to get involved.

  • Volunteer With Us

    We can always use more helping hands for our community programs and conservation efforts.

  • Donate to OHDS

    Every donation goes towards our ongoing mission of preserving the Oregon District’s history.

Join our Newsletter

Get neighborhood news and updates about ongoing projects and upcoming events.