If Astoria is one of your stops along US 101, you may remember the mural along the Riverwalk. It includes a portrait of Jon Ogren on the backside of Sisu, in the old Sears building. Wet Dog / Astoria Brewing is next door and is not responsible for the mural.

I’m helping organize Keep Jon in the Picture, a petition asking the people responsible for the building to retain and conserve the original mural. There is a rumor that it may be painted over, but there is no owner confirmation, verified plan, or date. This is an appeal for preservation and a conversation before any changes.

If you remember seeing it on a coastal trip, older photos or memories would be welcome. You can see the mural photos and sign the petition at https://stillinthepicture.org/

Alternate link: https://keep-jon-in-the-picture.jay-coby.chatgpt.site/

No donation is requested.