 NMSOBC History
Celebrating our 41st year-2012 The NMSOBC is the Original Sherlock Holmes Society of Portland Oregon and is a recognized scion of The Baker Street Irregulars of New York City. Founded on January 6th, 1971 and led by James T. Covert, the eleven charter members first met on the campus of the University of Portland.
The name is taken from “ The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle” Published by Arthur Conan Doyle in January 1892. The Society is dedicated to the scholarly pursuit and appreciation of the singular exploits of the Wisest and Noblest of men, Mr. Sherlock Holmes.
The NMSOBC has 6 regular meetings a year that include presentations, guest speakers, scholarly activities and refreshments. In addition to the meetings we also have special events that include:
Library Night: Where we bring books and Victorian items to exchange or sell to each other.
Reichenbach Day: We dress in Victorian mourning attire and visit the falls in memory of the fateful fight to the death between Moriarty and Holmes. It is usually held at Multnomah Falls or Silver Falls. We gather afterwards at a local “ pub” for lunch.
Watson’s Birthday: A picnic and games in the summer included in the festivities is an auction with proceeds going to the society.
Annual Retreat: We have events throughout the retreat including an Evening of Elegance dinner, side trips to local spots of interest and many other fun activities.
Goose Dinner: This is potluck held in December, featuring a Roasted goose among other delicious dishes in the spirit of the holiday season.
Masters Dinner: In January we hold the Masters Birthday Dinner. This is an elegant birthday party for Sherlock Holmes, at this event; we install new members, and initiate our officers for the coming year. This is a member’s only event.
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