ABOUT GRANTS PASS

Grants Pass and its surrounding valleys have had a colorful past forged by the Native Americans, trappers, loggers, gold panners, celebrities, and writers who were attracted to the river and contributed to  its legend.

Located on the legendary Rogue River, Grants Pass is a pleasant city surrounded by stately mountains and ancient forests.  Grants Pass is the perfect place to experience some of nature’s greatest wonders.

Discover the many unique recreational opportunities available including jetboating, rafting, fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing on the scenic Rogue River.  A visit to the abundance of antique stores, specialty shops and art galleries located in our historic downtown is one of many ways to spend an enjoyable afternoon in Grants Pass.  However you choose to experience it, the Rogue will charm, challenge and delight you!

The snow of winter is somewhat of a rarity IN Grants Pass but you see the snow on surrounding mountains and its delightful!

From an excerpt from:  US Census Bureau and Grants Pass Registry.

THE SCHMIDT HOUSE IN

GRANTS PASS, OREGON

In 1978, the Historical Society gratefully accepted the generous gift of the Schmidt House from Anna and Flora Schmidt. The property was deeded to the Society and the Schmidt sisters continued to reside on the property for as long as they were able to do so. The two women also provided a substantial sum of money for upkeep of the building and grounds.  Col. LeRoy Heston left his estate, a collection of Oriental art and a sum of money to the Society in 1982.

The Josephine County Historical Society found it's home in the Schmidt House on the corner of 5th & J Streets in Grants Pass Oregon in 1983. Col. LeRoy Heston's endowment and that of the Schmidt sisters provides in part, for the Schmidt House and Research Library.