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Historic house · Portland, Oregon
Pittock Mansion
A 1914 mansion in Portland’s West Hills, open as a museum, with period furnishings and views of the city and the Cascade Range volcanoes.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Pittock Mansion
Pittock Mansion was built in 1914 for Henry Pittock, publisher of The Oregonian, and his wife Georgiana. The stone house, in a French Renaissance style, sits roughly 300 meters above downtown on the West Hills.
Rooms have been restored with period furniture and objects to show how a wealthy Portland family lived in the early 20th century, including an elevator, internal telephone and central heating — innovations of the time. Temporary exhibits cover the city’s history.
From the lawn in front of the house you can see downtown, the rivers and, on clear days, the Cascade Range volcanoes such as Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Trails on the grounds connect to Forest Park, one of the largest urban forests in the country.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour inside the house and more time at the viewpoint.
Best time
On clear days, to see the volcanoes; morning light often gives the best views.
How to get there
About 5 km from downtown. There is limited parking; you can reach it via trails from Forest Park or by bus plus a uphill walk.
Tip
The lawn and viewpoint can be visited without entering the house. Interior tours require paid admission; check the current rates.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Pittock Mansion
Can you see Mount Hood from Pittock Mansion?
Yes, on clear days. The lawn in front of the house offers views of downtown, the rivers and the Cascade Range volcanoes.
Who built Pittock Mansion?
Henry Pittock, publisher of The Oregonian, and his wife Georgiana, in 1914.
Do you have to pay to see the view from Pittock Mansion?
No admission is charged to visit the lawn and viewpoint. Interior tours of the house require paid admission.