Author Event - Bayocean: Atlantis of Oregon by Jerry Sutherland

Date: Saturday, March 2nd 2024
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Sandy Library Community Room

The Sandy Library will host author and historian Jerry Sutherland where he will discuss his latest book, Bayocean: Atlantis of Oregon. The 1906 vision of T. B. Potter and his partner, Harkness Chapin, Bayocean was to be a grand resort town located along the Tillamook Spit that protects Tillamook Bay from the Pacific Ocean. A luxury hotel, rental cabins, and an indoor saltwater swimming pool complete with a wave machine were just a few of the amenities offered. Lots with a view of the ocean and bay sold quickly. However, the remote location and economic downturn slowed growth. Then, in the late 1920s, after the construction of a jetty, erosion began eating away at the spit. Over the next several decades, dreams and homes were lost. In 1971, the last structure, a garage, was claimed by the Pacific Ocean. Come hear the dramatic story of the town that was lost to the sea and see a slideshow presentation.  

Books will be available for purchase.