Medford, Ore. – March 8, 2016– Celebrate the wonders of Oregon wine and the people who make it possible in Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine, a traveling exhibition curated by the Oregon Historical Society in collaboration with local history organizations and industry leaders. This unique, engaging exhibition, which will be on display at Southern Oregon Historical Society from March 1, 2016 through April 31, 2016, tells the stories of some of the individuals and institutions that propelled Oregon wine onto the national and international stage.
Clink! traces the history of Oregon wines from the earliest vineyards to legislative efforts to control alcohol during Prohibition to the resurgence of the wine industry in the 1960s and finally to what the future may bring for these thriving Oregon businesses.
The traveling exhibition features 12 colorful banners with photographs and text illustrating the history of the flourishing Oregon wine industry. Photographs and artifacts from the SOHS and Southern Oregon University’s History of Wine archives collection complement and localize the exhibit for Southern Oregon growing areas. Two iPads with stands provide digital interactive experiences to complement the graphics. Visitors may scroll through and view wine-related objects dating back to the 19th century through a digitized artifact catalog. A virtual AVA map with touch screen capability gives wine enthusiasts the chance to explore the major winegrowing areas of Oregon and learn about typical wine varietals grown in each part of the state.
About Southern Oregon Historical Society
Since its inception in 1946, SOHS has made history come alive by collecting, preserving, and sharing the stories and artifacts of our common heritage. SOHS manages both Hanley Farm in Central Point and the Research Library in Medford. For more information, call (541) 773-6536 or visit www.sohs.org
About the Oregon Historical Society
Since 1898, the Society has served as Oregon’s primary research collection and museum about Oregon history. OHS has an extensive collection of historical pieces, including over 85,000 artifacts and 3 million photographs and films. It safeguards and presents Oregon’s history through a museum, research library, academic journal, educational programs, and digital content.