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Introduction to Albany, Oregon
Albany, Oregon, in Linn county, is 21 miles S of Salem, Oregon and 64 miles S of Portland, Oregon. The city has a population of 40,852.
Albany History
Albany was originally inhabited by the Kalapuya Native Americans. The first European settler arrived in 1846. It was founded by Walter and Thomas Monteith in 1848. The city was named after Albany, New York. The first frame house in the area was built in 1849 and the first school in Albany was built in 1851. In 1852, Albany became the county seat of Linn County. The city of Albany was incorporated in 1864.
Albany and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Albany
Albany is home to many parks and playgrounds. These include the North Albany County Park, Burkhart Park, Bryant Park, Sunrise Park, Draper Park and Takena Park. The Albany Regional Museum, the Monteith House and the Albany Fire Museum provide insight into the history of this area. The Golf Club of Oregon and Spring Hill Country Club provides facilities for golfers. Local celebrations include the Linn County Fair, the Willamette River Festival, the Strawberry Festival and the Northwest Art & Fair Festival.
Albany Transportation
Portland International Airport provides facilities for air transportation.
Albany Higher Education
Linn-Benton Community College is the local institution of higher education. Others in the neighborhood include Oregon State University, Willamette University and Western Oregon University.
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