Created By: City of Monmouth - Historic Commission
The tree was planted in 1887 when the University was known as the Oregon State Normal School. It is one of the tallest living decorated holiday trees in the USA. In 2010, the tree measured 125 feet tall. The tradition of lighting the tree for Christmas began in 1967.
This point of interest is part of the tour: Western Oregon University
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