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Talking Rocks of Heppner, Oregon

Talking Rocks of Heppner, Oregon

By Julie Baker, Oregon State University Extension

Take a historical tour of Heppner, Oregon following our Talking Rocks. Each rock features bronze plaques on local basalt stone quarried on a local ranch. The same stone was used to build our historical Morrow County Courthouse in 1903. The Talking Rocks project were a product of the creative efforts of Heppner resident, JoAnne Burleson.
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Livestock

Talking Rocks of Heppner, OregonJul 07, 2023

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Livestock

Livestock

Rock #7: In this episode, we talk about the history of Morrow County livestock and how it paved the way for local livestock growers today. Read to you by Grace Ogden.

Jul 07, 202302:17
Schools

Schools

Talking Rock #16- In this episode we discuss the history of Heppner's Schools and Irvin Rauch. Read to you by Chris Rauch.

May 22, 202303:23
Irish

Irish

Rock #2: This episode discusses the Irish settlers and the impact the Irish have had on Heppner and the surrounding communities. Read to you by Kelly Hale.

May 09, 202301:50
Willow Creek Dam

Willow Creek Dam

Rock # 13: This episode describes the history behind the Willow Creek Dam and its impact on Heppner and the surrounding area. Read to you by Dan Dunnett.

Mar 20, 202302:29
The Chinese

The Chinese

Rock #5: In this episode, we discuss the Chinese immigrants and their impact on the Heppner community. Read to you by Kim Cutsforth.

Mar 20, 202301:50
Flood Survivors and Heroes

Flood Survivors and Heroes

Rock #4- In this episode, we discuss the 1903 flood and how the survivors rebuilt Heppner for a new future. Read to you by John Lindsay. 

Mar 11, 202301:44
Pioneer Memorial Hospital

Pioneer Memorial Hospital

Rock #14- This episode discusses the history and beneficial impacts of Pioneer Memorial Hospital on Heppner and the surrounding communities. Read to by Carri Grieb. 

Mar 07, 202301:08
Oregon Settlers

Oregon Settlers

Rock #8- This episode talks about the 8th rock honoring all the Oregon Settlers who came to Morrow County and Heppner. Read to you by Beth Dickenson. 

Mar 02, 202300:56
Rodeo

Rodeo

Rock #15- This episode describes the rich history of the Heppner Rodeo. Read to you by Meghan Golden. 

Mar 01, 202301:35
Morrow County Courthouse

Morrow County Courthouse

Rock #12- This episode discuses the 12th rock in honor of the Morrow County Courthouse, and the rich history surrounding it. Read to you by Cara Osmin.     

Feb 23, 202303:38
The Railroad

The Railroad

Rock #8- In this episode we discuss the eighth rock which is donated in honor of the Railroad and the engineers who worked it. Read to you by Kay Proctor.

Feb 23, 202302:14
Swedish Settlers

Swedish Settlers

Rock #6- We discuss the sixth rock in honor of the Swedish Settlers who made an impact on Morrow County. Read to you by Paige Miller. 

Feb 23, 202300:41
Henry Heppner

Henry Heppner

Rock #3- We discuss the second rock which is donated in honor of Henry Heppner who was one of the key founders of Heppner Oregon. Read to you by Julie Baker. 

Feb 22, 202302:20
Jackson Lee Morrow

Jackson Lee Morrow

Rock #1-We discuss the first rock in honor of Jackson Lee Morrow who was instrumental in the formation of Morrow County. Self guided tour of the Talking Rocks of Heppner Oregon. Read to you by Paul Lindsay.

Feb 13, 202301:25
The Talking Rocks Introduction

The Talking Rocks Introduction

Join us for an introduction to the Talking Rocks of Heppner podcast. 

Feb 13, 202300:31