Roll down your car windows and picture yourself in your Model T motoring down the highway, taking in all the sights, sounds and smells of the Columbia River Gorge.

The AHC is partnering with Friends of the Historic Columbia River Highway to present a unique experience along one of America’s Greatest Highways. Starting in Troutdale at the Harlow House Park & Museum, you will pick up your fact-filled driving guide and map directing you to well known and lesser known attractions along a 24 mile portion of the original route.

Robert W. Hadlow, Ph.D. and George Fekaris, P.E., will speak about the highway’s construction in the teens and 1920s in a presentation packed with historic photos.  They will also address the several restoration projects that have brought new life to the historic highway—both the parts that are drivable and those open for bike and pedestrian traffic.

At each of seven stops you and your entourage will find experts stationed specially for our tour goers to provide fascinating background and answer questions.  You’re sure to gain a new appreciation for this marvel in our own backyard. Bring a picnic lunch, and hike or bike ride the restored trail sections.

Saturday, September 27, 2008
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

$15 per person, children under 12 are free. Register and pick up driving guide and map at the Harlow House, 726 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, Oregon.  NOTE:  Registration will close at NOON

See also, America’s First Scenic Road - the Historic Columbia River Highway Lecture at the AHC Thursday, September 25, 2008, 7 – 9 p.m.