Our vibrant neighborhood is where Portland began. It includes the nationally recognized Skidmore Historic District as well as the Historic Japantown New Chinatown District.

More recent landmarks are the pride of the city: the Portland Chinese Classical Garden, the Japanese American Historical Plaza and Portland Saturday Market. Other sites that welcome visitors are the new Portland Art Center, the Oregon Jewish Museum, the Oregon Nikkei Legacy Center, and the Oregon Maritime Museum.

Restaurants, shops, galleries and clubs share historic streets with government offices, creative firms, and non-profit organizations that offer a wealth of services to members of the community.  The choice of housing options in new buildings and historic renovations has attracted a growing number of residents.