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Architectural Heritage Center gets research grant
The Architectural Heritage Center will lead a program documenting early history of African-Americans in Portland, thanks to a $12,000 grant from the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office.
Building height towers over zoning debate
Height, and where tall buildings would detract from neighborhoods, dominated the initial public hearing for the proposed draft of Portland鈥檚 Central City 2035 Plan.
Preservationists eager to see city loophole closed
Preservationists are concerned about a loophole allowing owners of historic buildings to apply for demolition permits without a delay.
Presentation features ‘forgotten’ designs of Joseph Jacobberger
Architectural researchers Jim Heuer and Robert Mercer on Saturday morning at the Architectural Heritage Center will deliver an updated lecture: 鈥淗idden Brilliance: The Residential Architecture of Joseph Jacobberger.鈥�
Archives yield design treasures
Extensive research by two local architectural enthusiasts is shining a spotlight on some influential early Portland architects.
Historian connects culture to architecture
Eric Wheeler conducts architectural walking tours in Portland鈥檚 historic neighborhoods.
Peering into Portland’s polychromatic past
More than 100 years later, many stained glass windows made by the Povey Brothers Studio still exist today.
Architectural Heritage Center auction raises money for programs
Approximately $120,000 was collected during a recent fundraiser for the Architectural Heritage Center, a nonprofit museum.
Restoration materials: a great debate
A UO student recently investigated the relationship between architectural salvage and historic preservation.
Portland architecture exhibit planned through the holidays
Portland may not be known for snow during its winter months, but the local creative spirit prevails through the cold. This year, the Architectural Heritage Center is hosting an exhibit dedicated to holiday cheer for Portlanders with a mind for architecture.
Tour reveals the sad state of one of Portland’s oldest buildings
After languishing as an electronics store for decades, the Hallock & McMillan building is being restored to reflect its original appearance, including cast-iron arches on the entrance facing Naito Parkway. So far, the building has been stripped down to its shell, revealing some of the original brick and cast-iron and leaving the space looking very raw during last week鈥檚 well-attended hard ha[...]
Take a tour of Portland’s oldest (commercial) building
Even if you鈥檙e a native Portlander, you have a unique opportunity to learn about this city through a tour of its oldest commercial building next week.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
