Oregon-California Trails Association
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524 S Osage St.
Independence, Missouri 64050 - (816) 252-2276
- Website
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Gina Sifers
An American treasure! Truly appreciate everything OCTA does to share history and conduct and promote preservation throughout our great Country. Recommend becoming a member of this amazing organization!
Dec 10th, 2019 -
Lee Black
The staff could not have been more helpful in my family research. They were so helpful we joined the Association as Life Members. The diaries and additio al historical data is very impressive. So much is currently digitized and available to the public. I would recommend anyone involved in genealogy or early Western history to consider contacting OCTA.
Nov 17th, 2019 -
Melissa Shaw
The Museum in Independence is fabulous. Take time to visit it and see the movie. This really is the jumping off point at the beginning of the trail!
Jun 9th, 2014
About
Oregon-California Trails Association
The Oregon-California Trails Association (a non-profit, 501 (C) (3) Association) is the nation's largest and most influential organization dedicated to the preservation and protection of overland emigrant trails and the emigrant experience. OCTA members protect the trails to prevent the destruction of trail remnants, graves and other trail-related sites. Members also place markers on the trails and maintain existing markers.OCTA also encourages the study of the trails through its publications and through the development of classroom materials for teachers. Some of our members map the trails and collect data for the documentation of overland diaries, newspapers and other materials. OCTA headquarters are located on the grounds of the National Frontier Trails Museum (318 West Pacific, Independence, MO 64051) and house our Merrill J. Mattes Research Library.OCTA Vision: The Oregon-California Trails Association is the pre-eminent guardian and promoter of the inspirational story of the 19th-century westward migration, which is unique in world history.OCTA Mission: Our mission is to protect the Historic Emigrant Trails legacy by promoting research, education, preservation activities and public awareness of the trails, and to work with others to promote these causes.Mission Goals: Six broad goals describe how OCTA will achieve its mission. These address trail preservation, education/interpretation, partnerships, organizational effectiveness, and membership. Each goal is supported by objectives and implemental actions.Goal 1. Preserve the historic emigrant trails. Goal 2. Present the stories of the emigrant experience in a manner that is inclusive of other perspectives. Goal 3. Be an effective historic trails organization through appropriate partnerships. Goal 4. Improve organizational effectiveness and sustainability. Goal 5. Keep OCTA’s membership energized and informed. Goal 6. Promote membership growth.Become a national member and receive subscriptions to the Overland Journal and News From the Planes. Access to members-only video content. Access to Paper-Trail.org – a digital library of 19th Century westward American migration documents. Access to Time Travelers. Ability to join chapter membership. Vote for national board and chair leadership.Learn more about OCTA at our websites: octa-trails.org and octa-journals.org. Consider subscribing to our dynamic YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@octatrails. You may also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!In addition, discover the new OCTA Archaeology Collection at the following link: https://octa-trails.org/archaeology-works. Thank you for your review of our organization.
Contact Info
- (816) 252-2276
- [email protected]
- Website
Products
- Oregon Trail books
- California Trail books
- Children's Materials
- Frontier Military books
- Indians and Emigrant books
- Trail Books & More
- Women on the Trail books
- Children on the trail books
- Trail Maps
- Specialty Items
- Overland Journals
- OCTA Memberships
Services
- OCTA Trails Head Chapter Covering sections of KS and MO Trails - Visit https://www.trailshead.org
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Specialities
- Historic Emigrant Trails - Research
- Historic Emigrant Trails - Education
- Historic Emigrant Trails - Preservation Activities
- Historic Emigrant Trails - Public Awareness
Payment Methods
- CASH
- CHECK
- DISCOVER
- INVOICE
- MASTERCARD
- VISA
Questions & Answers
Q What is the phone number for Oregon-California Trails Association?
A The phone number for Oregon-California Trails Association is: (816) 252-2276.
Q Where is Oregon-California Trails Association located?
A Oregon-California Trails Association is located at 524 S Osage St., Independence, Missouri 64050
Q What is the internet address for Oregon-California Trails Association?
A The website (URL) for Oregon-California Trails Association is: https://www.octa-trails.org?y_source=1_OTgyMDIwMy01NDUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D
Q How big is Oregon-California Trails Association?
A Oregon-California Trails Association employs approximately 20+ people.
Q What days are Oregon-California Trails Association open?
A Oregon-California Trails Association is open:
Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Q How is Oregon-California Trails Association rated?
A Oregon-California Trails Association has a 5.0 Star Rating from 3 reviewers.
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Oregon-California Trails Association
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( 3 Reviews )Gina Sifers on Google
An American treasure! Truly appreciate everything OCTA does to share history and conduct and promote preservation throughout our great Country. Recommend becoming a member of this amazing organization!
Lee Black on Google
The staff could not have been more helpful in my family research. They were so helpful we joined the Association as Life Members. The diaries and additio al historical data is very impressive. So much is currently digitized and available to the public. I would recommend anyone involved in genealogy or early Western history to consider contacting OCTA.
Melissa Shaw on Google
The Museum in Independence is fabulous. Take time to visit it and see the movie. This really is the jumping off point at the beginning of the trail!
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