March 2025

Knit for Mental Fitness Kit

The screening of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest at The Hollywood Theatre in Portland was SOLD OUT! Our squad was there to talk about the film, get people interested in the Museum and sell some Knit Kits and Neuro Blooms.

Knit For Mental Fitness is a 2025 community initiative supporting mental fitness awareness and benefiting both the Museum and Project ABLE. The Museum, along with the Salem Millstream Knitting Guild, and Wild Knits invites the public to join in knitting iconic “watch cap” style hats, inspired by the ones worn by Jack Nicholson’s character, Randall P. McMurphy, in the film.

You can buy a Knit Kit at Wild Knits- Salem or the Museum.

February 2025

Extended Hours

We have extended our hours on Saturday! We are now open Thursday & Friday Noon – 4pm and Saturday Noon – 5pm.

Volunteers Needed

If you are looking for somewhere to volunteer, we could use some folks who can volunteer on Sundays from Noon – 4pm. We’d like to extend our open hours to include Sundays.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Screening

As part of the celebration for the 50th Anniversary of the film One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Oregon Film is sponsoring a screening at the Hollywood Theater in Portland on March 20th. We will be there in the lobby with information and merchandise!

January 2025

Welcome to the inaugural issue of Mind Matters, the official newsletter of the Oregon State Hospital Museum of Mental Health! We’re thrilled to introduce this new way of keeping you informed and connected with all the happenings at the museum.

Mind Matters will feature four dedicated sections:

• Museum Updates: Key announcements, event information, and behind-the-scenes news.
• Volunteer of the Month: A spotlight on the incredible individuals who power our mission.
• Book Club Updates: News and discussions from our new book club.
• Notes from the Board: Insights and reflections from our board members..

Admission Price Update

Starting February 1st, our admission price will increase by $1. This adjustment helps us maintain and improve the museum experience while continuing to bear witness and give voice to the vital stories of mental health history. We’re grateful for your understanding and ongoing support.

Celebrating a Landmark Anniversary

We’re hard at work planning more events to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the filming of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Stay tuned for exciting announcements about special programming, including our upcoming monthly speaker series, designed to honor this iconic film and its connections to the history we preserve.

Thank you for being part of our community. Together, we can ensure these important stories are never forgotten. Keep an eye on Mind Matters for the latest updates, and we look forward to seeing you at the museum and upcoming events!