Mark Prairie Historical Society is thrilled to celebrate the recent news that Peggy Sigler, our volunteer manager of the Mark Prairie Schoolhouse Restoration Project, will be receiving the Oregon Heritage Excellence Award and will be recognized at the 2024 Oregon Heritage Conference Award Dinner on April 18^th in Hillsboro. Locally, she will be honored at the May 1 Canby City Council meeting as part of the kick-off to May Historic Preservation Program. 

Thank you Peggy! You are amazing!! We are very proud of you and thankful for all that you do!!!

Join us in celebrating Peggy’s well-deserved accomplishment!

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But from the wreckage emerged a beacon of hope, fueled by the love and dedication of our community. Since that fateful day, our dedicated team of volunteers has poured thousands of hours into the restoration effort, fueled by a passion to preserve history, and uphold the legacy of the Mark Prairie Schoolhouse. Through their tireless dedication and the generosity of supporters like you, we’ve raised over $700,000 towards rebuilding this beloved landmark.

As we commemorate the 3rd anniversary of that ice storm, we’re filled with gratitude for how far we’ve come. With just $100,000 left to raise, we’re on the brink of completing our mission. The exterior stands proudly restored, a symbol of our community’s resilience. Now, our focus shifts to the interior – repairing, restoring, and updating to ensure the schoolhouse continues its tradition as a vibrant hub for community gatherings and events.

Soon, the doors of the Mark Prairie Schoolhouse will once again open to the public to use and to rent, welcoming all to create new memories and celebrate special moments.  Let’s rejoice in the progress we’ve made and the bright future ahead!

Join us in this final push to complete our restoration journey. Together, let’s ensure that the Mark Prairie Schoolhouse continues to stand as a beacon of community spirit, and as testament to the enduring spirit of love and resilience for generations to come. 

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