Welcome to Spirit of Bohemia Mining Days
We’re more than a once-a-year historic festival. As a year-round 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Cottage Grove, Oregon, we preserve and share our region’s frontier heritage through education, hands-on experiences, and community projects—culminating each summer in the Bohemia Mining Days festival.
67-year tradition
Oregon Heritage Tradition
501(c)(3) nonprofit
Cottage Grove, OR
Education & Youth Programs
Classroom visits, workshops, and activities that connect kids and teens to local history and leadership.
Guided Heritage Experiences
Talks, tours, and living-history demonstrations that bring the Bohemia story to life.
Community Events & Partnerships
Year-round appearances and collaborations with local groups to serve and celebrate our valley.
Media & Storytelling
Ongoing content and archives highlighting the people, places, and legends of Cottage Grove.
Volunteer & Leadership Opportunities
Meaningful roles for all ages to learn skills, give back, and keep our heritage alive.
Bohemia Mining Days Festival
Our flagship summer celebration—fun, family-friendly, and rooted in Old West tradition.
Keeping history alive for the next generation, join us year-round to learn, volunteer, partner, or attend a program.