Community Introduction
Hermiston’s rich history was celebrated on the city’s 100th anniversary last year. Hermiston continues to thrive agriculturally, benefiting from a favorable climate, central location and innovations to ensure success. The business terrain keeps growing and opportunities exist for more and more business to locate and develop here.
Hermiston is well-known for its WATERMELON; the sweetest and juiciest melons are grown here and are shipped all over the world.
Affordable housing and an array of other benefits make Hermiston an attractive place to call home. The parks and recreation department continues in its efforts to make Hermiston even more beautiful, beyond the innumerable outdoor masterpieces that already make up the natural landscape. Cultural assets make this city an exciting place for the arts.
Special events make each season sparkle in celebration, honoring Hermiston’s traditions. Schools continue to grow and multiply with the increasing population, always dedicated to educating the children of the community. Top-notch healthcare guarantees a healthy public.
As part of the festivities of the community’s 100th anniversary, a centennial bell tower was constructed to commemorate the milestone and ring in the promising future of Hermiston. From a town that once was a watering hole, to the now burgeoning community it is today, Hermiston has seen much change and development. Over 15,700 residents cannot be wrong about this quiet piece of Northeastern Oregon.
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- Mayor's Message
- President's Message
- Community Introduction
- History
- Location and Transportation
- Tourism
- Real Estate
- Arts and Entertainment
- Shopping
- Recreation
- Education
- Business and Economic Development
- Healthcare
- Government
- Worship
- Guide to Services
- Greater Hermiston OR Chamber Website
- Hermiston Oregon Map
- Greater Hermiston OR Chamber Participating Advertisers
