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Can you get married at Pittock Mansion?
Pittock Mansion is a historic house museum and is not available to rent for weddings or private events. As a benefit of our Corporate Membership, businesses are allowed to host a one-time event based on availability and subject to approval.
How long does it take to go through Pittock Mansion?
The recommended time for a self-guided tour of the Mansion and Gate Lodge is 60 minutes.
How much does it cost to go to Pittock Mansion?
$11 for adults
Admission costs $11 for adults, $8 for kids ages 6 to 18 and is free for children 5 and younger; discounts are also available for senior citizens and students. For more information on hours and special events at the mansion, visit the attraction’s website.
Is Pittock Mansion decorated for Christmas?
The Pittock Mansion, which has been decorated every winter for nearly a half-century, sits on over 40 acres in Portland’s west hills overlooking downtown Portland. The mansion was built for Georgiana and Henry Pittock, one of the founding families in Oregon in 1914.
Who owns Pittock Mansion?
Bureau of Parks and Recreation
The mansion was originally built in 1914 as a private home for London-born Oregonian publisher Henry Pittock and his wife, Georgiana Burton Pittock. It is a 46-room estate built of Tenino Sandstone situated on 46 acres (19 ha) that is now owned by the city’s Bureau of Parks and Recreation and open for touring.
Is Pittock Mansion hike open?
The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. PARTIAL CLOSURE: Portions of the Wildwood Trail near Pittock Mansion, Upper Macleay, and from Koenig to Ceator trail intersections is temporarily inaccessible, but you can still enjoy part of this trail.
What mountains can you see from Pittock Mansion?
Pittock Mansion has one of the best views in town. Nestled high in the West Hills, Pittock Mansion’s viewpoint overlooks Portland’s skyline from 1,000 feet up. On a clear day, enjoy vistas of five Cascade Mountains: Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, Mount Adams, Mount Rainer, and Mount Jefferson.
Do you have to pay to go to Pittock Mansion?
Pittock Mansion participates in the Arts for All program. Visitors who receive food stamps through SNAP and have an Oregon Trail Card can buy up to 2 admission tickets for $5 each. Present your Oregon Trail Card at admissions at the time of purchase. Visit the Arts for All page for more information.
Can you see the sunrise from Pittock Mansion?
Description. 180 Degree City Views and great for a Sunrise/Sunset.
Can you go to Pittock Mansion after hours?
Pittock Mansion is currently open Thursday through Monday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. From June through Labor Day, the mansion is open an extra hour each day, until 5 p.m. Pittock Mansion is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, and the entire month of January.
What is Critters make merry at Pittock Mansion?
Pittock Mansion Christmas celebrates the wonderful world of animals with this year’s Critters Make Merry exhibit. From reindeer and polar bears to lions and mice and a few in between, volunteer decorators transform the Mansion’s rooms into enchanting animal havens.
When was the Pittock Mansion on the hill built?
It wasn’t until the early 1900s that Henry Pittock started planning his “mansion on the hill” on property that had panoramic views of Portland, the Willamette River, and the distant Cascade Mountains. Construction began in 1912 and Henry and Georgiana moved into the home in 1914 with eight other members of the family.
Why did Henry Pittock choose the Foulkes mansion?
Foulkes had a challenging client in Henry Pittock — Henry wanted an architecturally impressive house with the latest technology. The Mansion was designed to capture the view of downtown Portland and the Cascade Mountains. As a result, it has a unique oval shape with wings attached at a 45 degree angle.
What materials did Henry Pittock use to build his mansion?
Henry Pittock hired Portland firms and used local and regional materials when possible. For example, the Mansion’s exterior is clad in sandstone from nearby Tenino, Washington. His use of Portland firms and regional materials earned him a letter of commendation from the Manufacturers Association of Oregon.