Oregon Film Trail: Share your Story

The Oregon Film Trail is a statewide network of markers placed at significant filming locations across Oregon—the first trail of its kind in the U.S. This trail connects communities, landmarks, and notable films, weaving together Oregon’s rich film legacy and celebrating over a century of
filmmaking.

Currently, an oral history project is underway, gathering stories from locals who interacted with productions during filming. These stories will become part of the Trail, offering visitors a unique insight into the filming experience from a local perspective—the "stories behind the story." With Oregon's many iconic film projects over the years, Oregon Film believes there are plenty of stories waiting to be told.

Clatsop County Historical Society will assist with collecting the stories from our region and incorporate them into the Oregon Film Museum collection. They will ultimately be part of the Oregon Film Trail’s statewide oral history database and eventually available to discover while traveling the Trail.

If you have a story to share about a filming experience in Oregon, Oregon Film wants to hear from you. They are particularly interested in stories that highlight how being a part of a film production impacted your life, whether you worked on set, appeared as an extra, or provided goods or services to a production.

To participate, fill out the interest form linked below.

There are a limited number of recording slots available, so submissions will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis, while ensuring a diverse range of stories are represented. Once
signed up you’ll be notified about the time and place for the recording.