National Historic Landmark

Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District

Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Listed
December 6, 1975
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
75001597

About this property

The Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District is a historic district in Portland, Oregon's Old Town Chinatown neighborhood. The area, which encompasses approximately 20 blocks and is centered around Burnside Street, is named after the Skidmore Fountain. It is known for its High Victorian Italianate, Renaissance Revival, Richardsonian Romanesque, and Sullivanesque architectural styles. In addition to Skidmore Fountain, the district also contains the Blagen Block, the Delschneider, Hallock and McMillin, New Market Alley, and Poppleton buildings as well as the New Market Annex and New Market Theater.

Location

Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
45.52228, -122.67146

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District listed on the National Register?

Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 6, 1975.

What type of historic resource is Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District?

Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District?

The period of significance for Portland Skidmore/Old Town Historic District is recorded as the listed era.

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