(503) 223-1613
715 SW Morrison St
Portland,
OR
97205
45.5196
-122.6798
Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Downtown
What People Are Saying About Pioneer Courthouse Square Inc
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In Short – Portland prides itself on a lively downtown, and this square is almost always abuzz with all kinds of people and activities. Once a parking garage, thousands of bricks now make up the Square, which hosts political rallies, concerts, flower shows, festivals and other community events. About 75,000 people donated money for the Square's construction by purchasing bricks; look closely and you'll see donors' names engraved beneath your feet.
11/21/06
Good place to enjoy the city
by kee22
Pioneer Square is a good place to enjoy and observe the city culture. It's definately a good spot for people watching. Also a good spot to enjoy nature, relax, or meet up with people. The fountain is really nice. I also like the weather machine, which announces the weather forcast at noon.
- Pros: Good place to people watch and enjoy the city
- Cons: a lot of pidgeons
07/03/03
GREAT PUBLIC SPACE
by portland_mike7456
It is so nice to see a space that has been designated for the general public to enjoy. This is also a highly noted design that has made it's name known world wide. People can come and observe other people, watch cars go by, enjoy the nature of the city, and relax in a unique setting.
- Pros: Large area to observe, Intriguing atmosphere, Good place to relax
- Cons: Crowded at times, Strange people, Downtown parking
08/28/02
PCS=a relaxing time for me......
by mitt
i love pioneer courthouse square. a relaxing place if there ever was one. fantastic place to get some thinking done, and observe human behaviour, from punk kids to little kids chasing pigeons. each season speaks to me here, with the cold wind whipping down morrison street in the winter, to feeling some serious heat on a hot july day sitting in the sun. i find solace here when i need some me time.
The Details on Pioneer Courthouse Square Inc
The Extras:
Hungry? Grab lunch at one of the many carts in and around the square, and have a seat on the steps for some great people-watching.
Know Before You Go:
Portland Oregon Visitors Association (POVA) and Tri Met are now housed in the underground lobby, as well as Powell's Travel Store.
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