Thank you for your comments regarding the future of the Oregon State Hospital complex. While the City’s Landmarks Commission did give approval to remove several sections of the “J” building that parallel Center Street, the State has also committed to saving the oldest “U” section and to include a museum focusing on the history of the treatment of the mentally ill in our State. The original entrance and fountain will also be restored.

Also a group of architects/historians will be selected to advise the Hospital architects on making a good transition and compatible new structure that will replace the lost buildings.

We have learned from sad losses such as Danvers State Hospital, in Massachusetts and hope those of you who have replied to this site from other States will have an opportunity to visit and see what we have done here.

The open house at the “J” building is still scheduled for September 13.

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