History

The 30-ft-by-30-ft sign is turned on for the holiday season each year.
Set your sights on Hokkaido’s capital, which has rich sporting history and ramen culture, plus reasons to visit during all four seasons.
To say times were tough would be a vast understatement, but the City of Roses persevered, surviving economic and social struggles.
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
The freestanding exhibits tell stories in the voices of original residents.
The 1920s saw the Rose City build important infrastructure in the face of a declining economy and threats to social justice.
Get to know the Rose City’s distant relatives.
Rumors of mind control and “men in black” — what’s not to love about this weird tall tale?
The annual display has been occurring since early November, but will peak the night of Friday, Nov. 17 through the morning of Saturday, Nov. 18.
Tree-lined residential streets, outdoor activities, and family-friendly living are the defining features of this Northeast Portland neighborhood.
The buildings act as time capsules to a booming time in Portland history, capturing unique architecture and cultural significance.
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This list of volunteer opportunities around Rose City includes everything from fostering a pet to mentoring at-risk youth.
Get your steps in as you climb to one of Portland’s tallest points, which offers vistas of five Cascade peaks as well as an off-leash dog park.
Short on time and creativity? We’ve got you covered with some costume ideas that will help keep Portland weird.
Volunteer your time at one of 17 No Ivy Day events across the metro area.
These abundant critters are busy in the fall — but can you tell one species apart from the next?
In an alternate universe, Portland’s Living Room could look very different.
Bauman’s on Oak will host the first-of-its-kind event on Sunday, Nov. 3.
Sears, Roebuck & Co., the Aladdin Company, and Montgomery Ward were among the many manufacturers of kit homes built across the country as cities rapidly expanded during the first half of the 20th century.
Discover the fabulous world of fungi in your neighborhood forest.
For people who love geology — or anyone who just appreciates striking scenery — there should be no reluctance hopping in the car for a few hours to travel to the other side of the Cascades.