Oregon State Information

Thanks for visiting the Oregon information page! This page is your resource for Oregon. Learn about state facts, history, trivia, scenic routes and information about Oregon's auto insurance laws. If you are planning to move to the great state of Oregon you will find our moving tips and the Allstate Moving Checklist and Household Inventory Record very useful.

Little Bit of History

The state of Oregon encompasses 98,466 square miles and is ranked 9th in the nation's total area. It was the 33rd state to enter the union on February 14, 1859. The origin of the name Oregon is unknown. One theory is the name came from an engraver's error in a French map mentioning a river flowing to the west named Ouaricon.

Essentials

Motto-

Alis volat propriis
She flies with her own wings

Capital-

Salem

Time Zone-

Pacific & Mountain

Demonym-

Oregonian

Quarter

Introduced - 2005

Song

Oregon, My Oregon

Land of the Empire Builders, Land of the Golden West;

Conquered and held by free men, Fairest and the best.

Did You Know?

• Oregon's state birthday is on February 14, Valentine's Day.
• Oregon has more ghost towns than any other state.
• Eugene was the first city to have one-way streets.
• Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States. It was formed more than 6,500 years ago. Its crystal-blue waters are world renowned.

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Are you thinking about moving to Oregon? Use these tips to help you get started right from your computer.

Driving in Oregon
Visit the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles to learn more about important basics like vehicle registration, obtaining your driver's license, and requirements for ID Cards.

Moving Checklist and Home Inventory Record
From getting storage boxes to calling the utility companies, there are many things to remember when you move to Oregon. Stay organized with these helpful tools from Allstate:

• Allstate Moving Checklist (PDF format) has a month-by-month timeline to help you stay on track.
• Know Your Stuff, our online home inventory tool, will help you take a full inventory of your belongings. You can also download the Allstate Household Inventory Record list.

Whether you are moving to Oregon or moving within Oregon, remember to review the moving company's registration number, check out references, and complaint history at Relocation.com.

Need an Insurance Policy in Oregon?
Get an insurance quote today (it's easy!) and find out if you can save money by switching to Allstate. You can also talk to your local Allstate agent or call 1-866-621-6900 to get a quote.

Scenic Drives

Some suggested scenic road trips.

Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Oregon State Tourism site.

For more information specific to Oregon visit:

• Oregon State Catastrophe Information
• Oregon Auto Insurance Coverages

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