NOBEL PEACE LAUREATE PROJECT

EUGENE, OR

The Nobel Peace Laureate Project is an initiative undertaken by the City of Eugene, Oregon, to honor the recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize. The project was launched in 2014 in collaboration with the Nobel Peace Prize Forum and the University of Oregon. The aim of the project is to raise awareness about the work of the Nobel Peace Laureates and inspire people to take action towards creating a more peaceful world.

The project consists of a series of events and activities that take place throughout the year. These include lectures, panel discussions, film screenings, and exhibitions, all focused on the work and ideas of the Nobel Peace Laureates. The events are free and open to the public, and are designed to engage people of all ages and backgrounds.

One of the highlights of the project is the annual Nobel Peace Laureate Lecture, which features a distinguished speaker who has made significant contributions to the cause of peace. The lecture is held at the University of Oregon and attracts a large audience of students, faculty, and community members.

The Nobel Peace Laureate Project is an important initiative that promotes peace, justice, and human rights in the community. It serves as a platform for dialogue and engagement, and inspires people to work towards a more peaceful and just world.

NOBEL PEACE LAUREATE PROJECT is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in EUGENE OR. US MID #8404100151

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 93,895 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Currin Covered Bridge <b>BRIDGE NAME:</b> Currin Covered Bridge
<b>OTHER NAME:</b> Row River Covered Bridge
<b>COUNTY:</b> Lane
<b>STREAM:</b> Row River
<b>NEAREST TOWN:</b> Cottage Grove
<b>STATUS:</b> Open to pedestrians only
<b>BRIDGE LENGTH:</b> 105 Feet
<b>YEAR BUILT:</b> 1883 (Original)
<b>REPLACED:</b> 1925
<b>CLOSED TO TRAFFIC:</b> 1979
<b>ADDED TO NRHP:</b> November 29, 1979
<b>REPAIRED:</b> 1987, 1995
<b>REOPENED FOR PEDESTRIANS:</b> 1995

<b>Other Notes:</b> It’s the only bridge in Oregon that’s painted two different colors: red and white.

VMS hit by falling tree During one of Lane County's most severe ice storms in years, our very own Region 2, District 5 Transportation Maintenance coordinator, Jake Jensen, took a routine road safety check and turned it into an extraordinary rescue mission.

On January 13, around 2:30 p.m., Jensen, returning to Veneta from the coast after assisting a coworker, encountered blocked westbound lanes at the Knowles Creek Tunnel on OR 126W. Recognizing the need for assistance, Jensen, armed with three power saws, extra chains, fuel and an unwavering determination, forged ahead aware he was in it for the long haul.

Alongside passengers from stranded vehicles, Jensen and the makeshift team cleared dozens of fallen trees from Knowles Creek Tunnel towards Veneta, braving extreme fatigue, 18 degree temperatures, freezing rain and darkness. The goal was to create a path just wide enough for vehicles to pass through.

One tree at a time
“The frozen trees dulled the chains,&quot; Jensen recalled. &quot;I had to rotate my saws, placing them inside the cab of my truck to keep them from freezing up. I went through six sets of bar chains. At one point, I made the decision to turn off my high beams because I could see how many more trees were in our path. I needed to focus on one tree at a time.”

Despite facing challenges, including a tree striking Jensen’s work truck, only damaging the Variable Message Sign and rack, he persisted, leading the convoy of cars behind him.

“As quickly as we were clearing trees in front of us, we could hear trees falling behind and all around us,” Jensen added. At one point, he met three vehicles trying to head west towards Florence. He swiftly turned them around before continuing east.

Over the next six and a half hours, Jensen faced ice-covered trees falling faster than they could be cleared, providing continuous updates to dispatch on the radio. ODOT colleagues dropped what they were doing to help, with Veneta and Glenwood crews working together to clear the path.

A successful rescue mission
Against all odds, what began as a road safety check evolved into a rescue mission, saving over a dozen vehicles and numerous passengers. They made it back to Veneta around 9 p.m., ensuring the safety of all stranded individuals.

Jensen, a dedicated 17-year employee, embodied determination, quick action and a get-it-done attitude, turning a hazardous situation into a remarkable display of community. We commend Jensen and all involved crews for their unwavering commitment to public safety.

January 2024 winter storm cleanup As the January 2024 snow and ice begins to thaw in the Willamette Valley, crews move into clean-up mode.

January 2024 winter storm cleanup As the January 2024 snow and ice begin to thaw, crews move into clean-up mode. This team accesses trees on I-5, north of Cottage Grove and south of Cresswell.

Unity Covered Bridge <b>BRIDGE NAME:</b> Unity Covered Bridge
<b>OTHER NAMES:</b> Jasper-Lowell Road Bridge, Fall Creek Bridge
<b>COUNTY:</b> Lane
<b>STREAM:</b> Fall Creek
<b>NEAREST TOWN:</b> Lowell
<b>STATUS:</b> Open to traffic
<b>BRIDGE LENGTH:</b> 90 Feet
<b>YEAR BUILT:</b> 1890 (Original)
<b>REPLACED:</b> 1936
<b>ADDED TO NRHP:</b> November 29, 1979
<b>RENOVATED:</b> 1986
<b>REFURBISHED:</b> 2014

<b>Other Notes:</b> One of the more popular bridges for bicycle tours, a full-length window was added to its east side to give motorists and cyclists a better view of oncoming traffic.

Chambers Covered Bridge <b>BRIDGE NAME:</b> Chambers Railroad Covered Bridge
<b>OTHER NAMES:</b> OP&amp;E – Chambers Covered Bridge and OP&amp;E – Coast Fork Willamette River Covered Bridge
<b>RAILROAD:</b> Oregon, Pacific &amp; Eastern Railroad (OP&amp;E)
<b>COUNTY:</b> Lane
<b>STREAM:</b> Coast Fork Willamette River
<b>NEAREST TOWN:</b> Cottage Grove
<b>STATUS:</b> Open to pedestrians and bicycles
<b>BRIDGE LENGTH:</b> 78 Feet
<b>YEAR BUILT:</b> 1925
<b>ABANDONED:</b> 1951
<b>ADDED TO NRHP:</b> November 29, 1979
<b>DISMANTLED:</b> 2010
<b>RECONSTRUCTED:</b> 2011

<b>Other Notes:</b> After careful disassembling of the bridge, it was reassembled slowly on site using original materials from the dismantlement. Now, it’s known as the only remaining covered railroad bridge west of the Mississippi River.

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NOBEL PEACE LAUREATE PROJECT
2335 TERRACE VIEW DRIVE
EUGENE
OR
97402-0401

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MID #	8404100151
Name	NOBEL PEACE LAUREATE PROJECT
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	208187904
NTEECC	A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	93,895
REVENUE	93,895
LAT/LONG	44.033301, -123.128869
CODES	FIPS State Code: 41 FIPS County Code: 039 US Census Tract: 004404 US Census Block: 1005