Swedish Roots in Oregon
Välkommen! We hope you enjoy exploring SRIO’s resources dedicated to Swedish heritage in Oregon. We welcome your feedback. Find our volunteer board members in the Contact section of this site.
News, Events & Blog
What’s new in Oregon’s Swedish American community? Here you’ll find a calendar of events and interesting blog posts. This is where you can also access current and past SRIO newsletters.
Books
Our newest book, Swedes in Oregon, is now available for purchase. The book is filled with authentic vintage photos depicting the contributions of Swedish immigrants to the development of the state of Oregon.
Genealogy
SRIO continuously adds vital information to facilitate research into your Swedish family history. Here you’ll connect with family trees and a variety of resources including photographs and documents such as marriage and death certificates.
Stories
Discover personal stories shared by Swedish immigrants including details of their journeys, resettlement in America, and reflections on the homes and families they left behind in Sweden.
SRIO Digital Archives
Explore a collection of captivating photos gathered and archived by SRIO. These photos depict the lives of Swedes in Oregon prior to the 1950’s.
Biographies
Enjoy a treasure trove of Swedish Oregon history in these brief biographies by journalist Ernst Skarstedt featuring prominent Swedish individuals and families in Oregon from 1880 to 1910.
Contribute to the SRIO Archives
SRIO wants to archive old photos, documents and letters that are relevant to the Swedish immigration to Oregon. We can scan and return them if you provide a return address.
For details contact: president@swedishrootsinoregon.org