The Tillamook Swiss Society is a traditional arts organization committed to preserving Swiss customs within Tillamook County. The organization ensures the continuation of Swiss heritage through generational engagement in established cultural activities. Swiss immigrants settled in Tillamook County in the early 1900s, bringing with them a strong work ethic focused on dairy farming. Dairying, the Swiss language, culinary traditions, and musical practices became central aspects of community life, reflecting similarities to their homeland. For many years, Swiss music events known as "stomps" were held at local Grange Halls. The stomps always started after 8pm to accommodate dairy farmers’ chores routines. Dairy production, particularly milk and cheese, has been fundamental to the livelihood of the Swiss community in Tillamook for over a century. Early settlers often processed their own meat products on their farms, a tradition that continues today among some families. Presently, members such as the Beeler Family maintain these customs through farming, animal husbandry, and the preparation of traditional foods. The Society actively promotes Swiss culture through initiatives like the publication of new cookbooks, hosting the annual Schwingfest, and participating in the Tillamook June Dairy Parade. During these events, members, including musicians in traditional attire, help sustain and showcase Swiss heritage within the broader community.