The Multnomah Villager

So, for the first time in a long time last week, I blew off the neighborhood association meeting. This is because I wanted to head up to Annie Bloom’s and hear Nanci Hamilton talk about her new book “Portland’s Multnomah Village” - the history of our neighborhood. I bought a copy of the bok, and Mrs. V and I have been having fun checking out the photos and facts that are inside.

• Three things that play prominent roles in the history of the Village: Cows. Masons. Switzerland…. and cars. Four, four things!
• Did you know that Capitol Highway was one of the first paved roads in Oregon? A fact that I find rather ironic considering our high concentration of unpaved roads.
• Multnomah Days were apparently originally staged to honor Chief Multnomah, and involved the populace dressing up in native American costumes. Can you imagine that going on here now? Related link: Who Was Chief Multnomah @ PSU Magazine.

 Look familiar? This photo is from 1929, via the Multnomah Historical Association.

To quote the introduction:

This book gives readers a glimpse of what makes this place unique and special, qualities that the neighborhood retains despite change.

Despite their steadfast refusal to respond to either of my emails requesting to be added to their affiliate program, I am linking to Annie Bloom’s anyway, so you can buy this book from them here.

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