On Saturday, August 10th, 2013, NHN associates gathered in Silverton, Oregon to explore this wonderful community and picnic at the GeerCrest Farm. Our hosts (and NHN associates), Gus Frederick and Fred Parkinson, guided the group on a walk through downtown Silverton, where they discussed the Davenport Project and paid a visit to the Silverton Country Historical Society. A wonderful time was had by by all!

Silverton has a rich heritage and if you have never been there it is well worth the trip. In addition to the historic sites already mentioned, you can also check out the nearby Oregon Garden, Silver Falls State Park, or the Gordon House, the only Frank Lloyd Wright designed house in the state.