The People That Help Make Downtown Astoria Work
Established in 1986
Who We Are
We were founded with a single mission:
"To preserve and advance historic downtown Astoria’s culture and character through inspired partnerships and community engagement to support a vibrant and resilient economic future for all Astorians."
ADHDA is the central nonprofit behind downtown Astoria's revival. Founded in 1986 at a moment when the city's traditional industries were in decline, we were built on a simple belief: that historic preservation and economic vitality are not competing priorities. They are one in the same.
The ADHDA hosts a General Meeting the 1st Friday of each month at 8:30am in the McTavish Room at the Liberty Theatre. All are welcome to attend to hear important updates and exciting developments happening in our community. The coffee is on us.
Staff Members
Quinn Haase
Executive Director
Colleen Holdar
Events & Marketing Manager
Tamara Cameron
Sunday Market Manager
Board Members
Dulcye Taylor
President
Owner, Old Town Framing Company
Annie Van Dyke
Vice President
Co-owner, Munktiki & Dead Man’s Isle
Katie Shaw
Treasurer
Hospitality Director, Buoy Beer Co & Pilot House Distilling
Mariama Ramarui
Secretary
Consultant, Carruthers & Community Volunteer
Brian Medford
Board Member
Owner, Rusty Cup
Janet Laduca-Grothe
Board Member
Events Manager, Fort George Brewing
Jeany Birdeno
Board Member
Loan Originator, Northwest Lending Group
Katie Heater
Board Member
Front of House Manager, Sisu Brewing
Lizzy Atwood-Wills
Board Member
Owner, Meridian Boutique Travel
Seth Howard
Board Member
Owner, The Magic Shop & Zeitgeist Printing & Design
Committees
The ADHDA has 6 hard-working committees which meet monthly to tackle the many events and projects that happen throughout the year. We could not accomplish all the amazing things we do without their dedication and effort. Interested in getting involved?
Organization Committee
Promotion Committee
Design Committee
Business Development Committee
Astoria Sunday Market Committee
Arts & Culture Committee
Our Partners
We work alongside some of the most respected organizations in Oregon to preserve, promote, and invest in downtown Astoria. These partnerships make the grants, the programs, and the community impact possible.
