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Day Two: Explore History and Art in Portland

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Pittock Mansion
Come see this 16,000-square-foot mansion with 44 rooms (you can see 23) in Portland’s West Hills. This mansion was home to Portland pioneers Henry and Georgiana Pittock from 1914 to 1919. You will enjoy the architecture and stunning views. This is a walking tour that can take 45 minutes up to 2 hours. Be sure to bring a picnic lunch and have lunch on the grounds. Don’t miss seeing the outbuildings as well. The gate lodge and garage are great too! Location: 3229 NW Pittock Dr.

Oregon Historical Society
Come see the Oregon Historical Society Museum and Research Library. Artifacts collection consists of over 85,000 artifacts. See a collection of priceless art, artifacts, photographs and films that tell the story of Oregon from its earliest days to the present. The Research Library contains one of the country’s most extensive collections of state history materials. Location: 1200 SW Park Ave.

Portland Art Museum
Come visit one of the 25 largest museums in the country. The Portland Art Museum is the oldest museum in the Pacific Northwest. Diverse collection numbering over 35,000 objects and works of art. Features impressive touring exhibitions and permanent collections of American painting and sculpture, European painting and sculpture, Asian art, Native American art, Pre-Columbian art, Cameroon and other African art, and contemporary art. Location: 1219 SW Park Ave.

End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
Here you can experience the adventure of the 2,000-mile Oregon Trail journey. Features living history presentations, storytelling, films, exhibits, and hands-on pioneer living activities. Relive the days when more than 30,000 people traveled the Oregon Trail in search of a brand new life. Guided tours available daily. Location: 1726 Washington St.

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