Autumn is such a wonderful time to visit
Jacksonville, Oregon and if a trip is in your plans, be sure
to include attending our very popular Meet the Pioneers Program
in October. This will be our eighth Annual production of this
award-winning event that has been playing to sell-out audiences
since it all began in 2006. Visitors from all over Oregon,
Washington, and California have attended these special performances,
many year after year. Guests, after being entertained in the
ticket and waiting area, begin their special guided one hour
tour. Pioneer Spirits in period costumes await tour groups
as they are lead through the torch-lit Jacksonville Cemetery.
Spirits share their interesting and fascinating stories with
visitors. Some are funny, some sad, but you'll find them all
entertaining and great fun. Learn about travel west, life
in early Jacksonville and the Rogue Valley, and the important
topics and events of the day, during the mid to late 1800's.
Come and meet these early residents up close and personal.
We promise you won't be bored! We offer
new and different stories each year.
We are quite proud that our 2008 production was recognized as Oregon's Best Heritage Event by the Oregon Festivals & Events Association and we were presented with their Ovation Award.
2013 TOUR DATES
Friday evening, October 11, first tour departs at 4:00
p.m. and last tour departs at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday evening, October 12, first tour departs at 4:00
p.m. and last tour departs at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets will go on sale starting Wednesday, September 11, 2013. They may be purchased at the Jacksonville Chamber and Visitor Information Center located on North Oregon Street (next to the Post Office) or by calling 541 899-8118 for reservations. Ticket prices are: $12 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under, or $29 for a Family (up to 2 adults and 3 children). Tickets are sold for the departure time of the tour you choose to take. Tours will depart every 15 minutes between 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and take approximately one hour to complete.
As this has been a sellout in the past, we strongly suggest purchasing your ticket in advance to avoid being disappointed. Tickets are sold at the event but only on a first come, first served, space available basis.
To view a promotional video from Meet
the Pioneers - 2011, move your cursor over the lower left
corner of the dark box below and click the play button to
start. Note: Video requires a newer version of Adobe Flash
Player.
Video was produced, courtesy of Bill Miller.
The tours may not be appropriate for small children and please, no pets out of concern for safety. Dress for fall weather and be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes as the ground can be uneven.
May we suggest that families or guests requiring a little more time might consider taking one of the earlier tours, departing between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
It is great fun and a real entertainment
value for the entire family. We sincerely look forward to
welcoming you to this year's Meet the Pioneers.
