History of Astoria, Oregon, USA

1811 - Astoria, Oregon founded
Grew from Fort Astoria, founded by the Pacific Fur Company in 1811.
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1813 - October 23 - The Pacific Fur Company trading post in Astoria, Oregon, (named for John Jacob Astor) is sold to their rival, British North West Company, during the War of 1812.
The fur trade in the Pacific Northwest is dominated for the next three decades by the United Kingdom until the beaver population dwindles.
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1895 - Astoria
Astoria, a city of Oregon, a port of entry, and the capital of Clatsop co., is situated on the S. bank of the Columbia River, about 6 miles from the ocean, 70 miles by land and about 100 miles by river N.W. of Portland. It has 9 churches, 4 banks (2 national), a hospital (conducted by the Sisters of Charity), with a government seaman's ward, and offices which issue 2 daily and 4 weekly news papers. Its industry consists largely of the canning of salmon, of which about 450,000 cases are shipped annually. Pop. in 1890, 6184.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916
Astoria, a city of Oregon, a port of entry, and the capital of Clatsop co., is situated on the S. bank of the Columbia River, about 9 miles from the ocean, 70 miles by land and about 100 miles by river NW. of Portland, on the Astoria and Columbia River R. It has extensive salmon canneries. It is a shipping point for grain, lumber, and flour. Astoria, formerly noted for its fur trade, has nearly 5 miles of wharfage on the Columbia River. Pop. in 1890, 6184 ; in 1900, 8381.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

Astoria is the 4th wettest city in the U.S., averaging 67.26 inches of precipitation per year.

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Here's a list of places to visit and things to do in Astoria:
1. Astoria Column:

Start your visit with a trip to the Astoria Column, a historic tower that offers panoramic views of the town, the Columbia River, and the surrounding landscapes. It's a great spot for photos and getting your bearings.

2. Columbia River Maritime Museum:

Dive into Astoria's maritime history at this fascinating museum. You'll find exhibits on shipwrecks, navigation, and the fishing industry that once dominated the area. Don't miss the Lightship Columbia, a floating lighthouse you can explore.

3. Flavel House Museum:

Explore the beautifully preserved Flavel House, a historic mansion built in the Queen Anne architectural style. It provides a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyles of Astoria's early pioneers.

4. Lewis and Clark National Historical Park:

Discover the Lewis and Clark Expedition's journey at this park, which includes a visitor center, hiking trails, and replicas of the fort and dugout canoes used by the explorers.

5. Fort Clatsop... Read MORE...