October 3, 2022 3:40 a.m.

The City of Roseburg is turning 150 years old Monday.

It was incorporated by the Oregon Legislative Assembly October 3, 1872, just thirteen years after Oregon became a state.

Roseburg is named for settler Aaron Rose who established a homestead in the current city limits in 1851. Rose constructed the first building in the community. The rough structure was used as a store, roadside inn and tavern for many years. Roseburg was first known as Deer Creek because it was at the confluence of the South Umpqua River and Deer Creek.

As residents look back at the history of the area, organizers of Sesquicentennial events hope this month of celebration will springboard the community into the next 150 years with a renewed passion for the city.

Following Sunday’s Party in the Park and a 5K run/walk, other activities are planned:

*Monday’s Time Capsule Ceremony will be held outside City Hall at 9:00 a.m. Speeches are planned before a time capsule is buried in front of the building. It will be opened in fifty years when Roseburg celebrates its bicentennial.

*Blocktoberfest is this Saturday in downtown Roseburg from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. It is being presented by NeighborWorks Umpqua. Art, music, food, drink and family fun will all be featured. A number of local vendors, community partners and nonprofit organizations will be set up throughout the area.

*Roseburg 150 birthday dinner will be held at the Elks Lodge on Saturday October 15th.

*Roseburg 150 Neewollah Parade will take place on October 31st

A number of other activities are being planned. Go to: https://www.experienceroseburg.com/roseburg-150/ for updated information.