Portland Then and Now®

Portland Then and Now®

Portland Then and NowÂ pairs historic photographs with specially commissioned views of the same scenes as they look today. The book traces the evolution of Portland from the early years of photography to the present, showing how it became Oregonâ€™s largest and most vibrant city.Set against the backdrop of snow-capped Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens, Portlandâ€™s skyline is a mixture of ultra-modern skyscrapers and elaborate Victorian structures that reveal a rich architectural heritage. Originally no more than a cluster of log structures and wood-frame buildings carved out of the dense forest,Â "Stumptown"Â soon became the Pacific Northwestâ€™s premier freshwater port, filled with supply ships bound for the gold fields of California, but also intent on becoming a cultural center.Â This fascinating book traces the evolution of this popular Â tourist destination from a small town long dominated by cast-iron, terracotta and brick buildings to a city with ornate mansions, carefully designed neighborhoods, and a downtown that bespeaks pride in good city planning. Â Sites include: New MarketÂ Theater, BlagenÂ Block, Royal PalmÂ Hotel, GrandÂ Stable & Carriage Building, Pioneer Courthouse, First National Bank, City Hall, Berg Building, Portland Art Museum, Masonic Temple, ParamountÂ Theatre, UnionÂ Station, Pittock Mansion, Bagdad Theater, Hollywood Theatre, St. Johnâ€™s Bridge, Swan Island
Country USA
Brand Pavilion Books
Manufacturer Pavilion Books
Binding Hardcover
Color Silver
ReleaseDate 2017-06-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781911216476

Country	USA
Brand	Pavilion Books
Manufacturer	Pavilion Books
Binding	Hardcover
Color	Silver
ReleaseDate	2017-06-01
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781911216476

Portland Then and Now®

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