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Corvallis, Oregon

Located in Benton County, Oregon, Corvallis was established in 1845. Oregon State University is in Corvallis — Go Beavers. Name means 'heart of the valley' in Latin.
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Founded 1845 | Population 60,000 | Peak 60,000 (2024) | County Benton County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Corvallis, Oregon

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1845 Founded: Willamette Valley settlement.
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1868 Oregon State: Oregon State University established.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Corvallis's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Corvallis continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Oregon State University is in Corvallis — Go Beavers.
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Name means 'heart of the valley' in Latin.
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Consistently ranked among the most bike-friendly cities in America.
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Corvallis is located in Benton County, Oregon.
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Corvallis was founded in 1845.

Famous People from Corvallis, Oregon

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Carl Wieman
Physicist, University Teacher · Born Mar 26, 1951 · Age 74
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Meredith Brooks
Composer, Singer · Born Jun 12, 1958 · Age 67
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Barbara Roberts
Politician · Born Dec 21, 1936 · Age 89
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JR Reed
Actor, Singer · Born Dec 13, 1967 · Age 58
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Jacob Pebley
Swimmer · Born Sep 17, 1993 · Age 32

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