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OREGON – County clerks and judges around Oregon will celebrate Loving Day on Friday, June 12 by offering wedding ceremonies and recognizing the enduring importance of marriage equality and equal protection under the law.
Loving Day commemorates the 1967 United States Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia, which struck down laws banning interracial marriage nationwide. The anniversary is recognized each year as a celebration of love, civil rights, and the freedom to marry.
Participating clerks and judges say the day serves as both a celebration and a reminder of the role public institutions play in ensuring equal access to civil services for all people.
“Performing marriage ceremonies is one of the most joyful parts of public service,” the group said in a joint statement. “Loving Day honors the principle that every couple deserves dignity, fairness, and equal treatment under the law. We are proud to celebrate that commitment with communities across Oregon.”
Many counties now regularly offer civil wedding ceremonies through clerk’s offices or local courts, expanding access for residents seeking simple, affordable ways to marry. On Friday, June 12, participating offices will host ceremonies, welcome couples, and commemorate the anniversary together.
Couples interested in participating should contact their local county clerk’s office or courthouse for ceremony availability, costs, scheduling information, and marriage license requirements.
Participating Clerks and Judges Include:
Clackamas County –
Michelle S. Bartov, Circuit Court Judge, Clackamas County Circuit Court. Ceremonies will be scheduled from 2 to 5 p.m.at the Courthouse at 1000 Courthouse Rd. in Oregon City. Contact Judge Bartov’s office at 971.233.3525 to schedule a ceremony. Marriage licenses must be obtained in advance from the County Clerk.
Kathleen J. Rastetter, Justice of the Peace, Clackamas County Justice Court. Ceremonies will be scheduled from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Clackamas County Justice Court at 11750 SE 82nd Ave., Suite D in Happy Valley. Contact Judge Rastetter’s office at 503.794.3800 to schedule a ceremony. Marriage licenses must be obtained in advance from the County Clerk. There is no charge for the ceremony at this location.
Catherine McMullen, Clackamas County Clerk. Ceremonies will be scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Clerk’s Office at 1710 Red Soils Ct. in Oregon City. Contact the Recording Division at 503.655.8551 to schedule a ceremony. Marriage license information and the online marriage application are available on the Clackamas County website: clackamas.us/how-to-get-a-marriage-license
Yamhill County –
Keri Hinton, Yamhill County Clerk. Ceremonies will be scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Clerk’s Office at 414 NE Evans St. in McMinnville. Contact the Clerk’s Office at 503.434.6518 to schedule a ceremony. Marriage license information is available on the Yamhill County website: or-yamhillcounty.civicplus.com/772/Marriage-License
Media Contacts:
Clackamas County: Catherine McMullen, County Clerk CountyClerk@clackamas.us or 503.655.8551 or Michelle S. Bartov, Circuit Court Judge CLAJudgeBartovstaff@ojd.state.or.us
Yamhill County: Keri Hinton, County Clerk clerk@yamhillcounty.gov or 503.434.7518