Events

Explore the famous park and windy streets of one of the city's most architecturally interesting residential neighborhoods.
Tour guided by John Doyle

Explore some of the commercial and residential sections of this former streetcar suburb.

The story of the role played by streetcars in the development of Northeast Portland begins in 1888, when rails were laid northward through virgin timber and bottomland towards the Columbia River. Tracks soon also extended eastward along a prehistoric dirt road leading toward the Columbia Slough. Many twists and turns were encountered before the last steel wheel turned in 1948.
Local historian Richard Thompson is the author of nine books on the subject of Oregon streetcars and Interurbans. He has also written a dozen entries for the Oregon Encyclopedia and has appeared in several documentaries.

See a variety of residential architectural styles and learn about some of the early residents in this close-in southeast neighborhood near Ladd's Addition.

Explore historic and first City Park. Learn the history and visit some well known and not so well known parts of the park. Some up hill walking required to the the International Rose Test Gardens.

Storyteller, photographer, photo archeologist and historical researcher Don Nelson will be presenting a visual extravaganza illustrating changes that have occurred around Portland over many decades

Explore the commercial heart of downtown Portland and learn about the architects, designs, and building materials that changed the city dramatically in the early 20th century.

Explore this mid-century suburban style development near Reed College.

Explore a residential portion of one of Portland's most vibrant and historic neighborhoods and get a personal tour from the home owners of the 1904 Isam White Mansion designed by Whidden & Lewis architects.

Explore the commercial heart of downtown Portland and learn about the architects, designs, and building materials that changed the city dramatically in the early 20th century.

Founded in 1882, River View is one of the West Coast's premier examples of the 19th century cultural phenomenon know as the rural or garden cemetery. River View is also home to a veritable who's who of illustruious 19th and 20th Portlanders. Gorgeous views, the tombs of the great and the humble, and buildings by A.E. Doyle and Pietro Belluschi await River View's visitors. This tour covers hilly, turf terrain. Sensible shoes are recommended.
Tour guided by John Doyle

See a variety of buildings types and styles in this one-time streetcar suburb on the east side of Mt. Tabor.

Explore this gem of a residential neighborhood tucked in between Sellwood, Milwaukie, and the Waverley Country Club.

Stroll through one of the oldest eastside residential neighborhoods while learning about house types common to late 19th - early 20th century Portland.

Learn about the history and culture of this district while viewing masterworks from some of the city's most notable 19th and 20th century architects.

Explore a section of close-in Northeast Portland filled with interesting commercial and industrial architecture.

Explore the tree-lined streets and beautiful early 20th century architecture of this uniquely planned neighborhood.

Explore the commercial heart of downtown Portland and learn about the architects, designs, and building materials that changed the city dramatically in the early 20th century.