The Tiny Town Of Condon, Oregon Has A Rich History That Spans More Than 125 Years
By Catherine Armstrong|Published January 05, 2021
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
Oregon’s towns are as varied as its people, but each has its own unique features and charm. The tiny town of Condon is located in eastern Oregon, and it has a rich history that spans more than a century. If you’ve never visited this little gem, you’ll want to stop by to see what it offers!
You'll find the charming town of Condon about 2.5 hours east of Portland. Its charming Main Street is full of historic buildings that have recently been restored, and it's even on the National Register of Historic Places.
The town quickly took on the nickname "Wheat City," and you can still drive past miles of wheat fields surrounding the town. This photo of the harvest was taken in 1908.
Though the number of farms is much smaller today, the area still produces millions of pounds of wheat, feeding people all over the world - as far away as China.
Condon was the home of two Nobel Prize winners, as well! Linus Pauling won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1954. His father owned the drug store shown here.
William P. Murphy also grew up in Condon, and went on to win the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1934.
From its earliest businesses (like the Buckhorn Saloon, pictured here in 1903), to its recently restored Main Street, Condon is a tiny, but charming town that's proud of its history.
Have you visited the little town of Condon? Tell our readers about your trip in the comments! While you’re in Condon, consider an overnight stay at the historic Hotel Condon. Check out its website here.
We love all of Oregon’s towns – large and small. The town of Cottage Grove was recently named as one of the most charming towns in the entire country! Read our feature article about this quaint town here.
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