ROCKAWAY BEACH HISTORIC WALKING TOUR

Rockaway Beach was the origin of coastal high-life at the turn of the century... Natatorium & Dance Hall, surf, sand & bathing beauties, beach bonfires & glamping. The Main Street boardwalk housed general stores & candy stores, a post office & motels, and a pool hall run by Red Headed Ruby, the local bootlegger.


We're launching an interactive walking tour guiding guests between photo murals and plaques at our historic buildings. The stories and photos are captivating and will draw guests door-to-door, creating an experience that celebrates our heritage, character, and timeless charm.

Nature's Symphony

Breathtaking colors of our planet
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Faces of Humanity

Portraits of people from around the globe
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Sands of Time

Stark beauty of desolate dunes
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Beyond Boundaries

Visual odyssey across continents
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BUSINESS PLAQUES & MURALS

The committee is facilitating design and production of these plaques and large format murals. We're seeking business sponsors, grants, and donations as part of our grassroots fundraising efforts.

Joe's Snack's & Beer

Debra Reeves and Bryce at Joe's Snack's displays first business plaque. Deigned by Mike A of Recreate Now.

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Faces of Humanity

Your donation will fund large 5' x 7' murals of Rockaway Beach at the turn of the century, celebrating our rich heritage.

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  • $115 - RB Historic Connection/Community Member Sponsor
  • Your business or family name will be listed on our website recognition.
  • $500 - RB Historic Connection/Premier Sponsor
  • Your business or family name will be listed on our website recognition.
  • $1,050 - RB Historic Connection/Patron & Mural Sponsor
  • Your business or family name will be included within the mural caption and on display as part of the walking tour. Website recognition also provided.
  • Write-in amounts are also greatly appreciated.


DONATION CONSIDERATIONS

DONATE

Venmo: @RBChamber

Mail: PO Box 198, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136


Note: Please include your first & last name and email address in the notes section of your payment.

Questions: email Annette@RockawayBeach.net


Fundraising Details:

  • Our total fundraising goal is $19,000 to include ten murals, twenty plaques, and the walking tour design and implementation.
  • Current costs for a plaque are $115, and a mural is $1,050.
  • We'll implement in two phases. Donation recognition will be updated monthly.
  • Rockaway Beach Community Education is a 501(c)3 non-profit.


ROCKAWAY BEACH HISTORIC CONNECTION

SPONSOR RECOGNITION

Thanks to our generous sponsors!


RB Historic Connection/Patron & Mural Sponsor - $1,100 Level


RB Historic Connection/Premier Sponsor - $500 Level


RB Historic Connection/Community Member Sponsor - $115 Level

ORGANIZATION DETAILS

The Rockaway Beach Historic Connection & Beautification Cooperative unites its businesses, residents, and guests through a Main Street experience honoring our heritage, character, and timeless charm.


Rockaway Beach Community Education/the nonprofit arm of the Chamber of Commerce is an Oregon Main Street Connected Community; formed to provide small town quality of life and to invigorate the Main Street business district.


This grass roots, preservation-based economic development approach has been successful using the time-tested Four Point Approach to downtown revitalization developed by Main Street America which includes:

1) Sustainable Organization

2) Effective Promotion

3) Quality Design

4) Economic Vitality

The Rockaway Beach Historic Connection & Beautification Cooperative

A grass roots volunteer organization including Rockaway Beach and surrounding area business owners, residents, benefactors and history buffs.