Welcome to Valsetz sign 3D Printed VALSETZ, OREGON

Valsetz, Oregon – A Lost Town Remembered
Valsetz, Oregon was a small logging town nestled deep in the Coast Range of western Oregon. Established in 1919 by the William W. Mitchell Company as a company town for the lumber industry, it later came under the ownership of Boise Cascade. Located in Polk County, Valsetz thrived for decades as a close-knit community centered around logging, milling, and rugged natural beauty.

🏡 At its peak, Valsetz was home to around 275 families, with amenities like a school, church, post office, and even a general store – everything a small town needed to feel like home.

🪵 The town’s economy was fueled by the surrounding old-growth forests, which provided both jobs and identity. It was one of the last true company-owned towns in Oregon.

📭 One of the most nostalgic landmarks was the Valsetz Post Office, a lifeline to the outside world. The “Welcome to Valsetz” sign was a cherished symbol for those returning from long drives through the forest.

⛪ A small but beloved church served as the spiritual center for residents, offering a sense of community and connection in the remote wilderness.

🕯️ Sadly, Valsetz was dismantled in 1984, when Boise Cascade ceased operations. Families were relocated, and buildings were either moved or demolished. Today, nothing remains but memories—and for those who lived there or had family from the area, the nostalgia runs deep.

This design honors the legacy of Valsetz with heartfelt detail. Whether you lived there, had family who did, or are a collector of Oregon history, this is a tribute to a town that once was and lives on in memory.

Measures 7:x7:x2.5" 3D Printed.