Dumbbell (2021) by Architectural Heritage CenterArchitectural Heritage Center
The Central Eastside of Portland
Explore one of the iconic downtown blocks in Portland! Central Eastside features a healthy mix of the old industrial Portland with the fresh and modern age that Portlanders love.
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R.J. Templeton Building (1929)
Designed by architects William C. Knighton and Leslie D. Howell in 1926. The Templeton Building was finished in 1929.
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The Frigidaire Co.
It was built in 1929 by Oscar E. Heintz as an investment property that housed the Portland offices, warehouse, and retail outlet for the Frigidaire Co. The company left in 1933.
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R.J. Templeton Co.
Around 1959 the building was purchased by automobile parts distributor R.J. Templeton Co. While no longer in operation, the building retains that name under its current ownership.
Dumbbell (2021) by Architectural Heritage CenterArchitectural Heritage Center
Fair-Haired Dumbbell (2017)
This building is located at 11 NE MLK JR. Blvd
Located at the foot of the Burnside Bridge, this is one of the most talked about and unique new buildings in Portland.
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Did you know...
The Fair-Haired Dumbbell's exterior is covered in hand-painted original artwork.
Auto Desk (2021) by Architectural Heritage CenterArchitectural Heritage Center
Towne Storage (1915)
This building is located at 17 SE 3rd Ave.
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A long history
After many years of use as a storage facility with spaces for local artists, the building was creatively repurposed as offices in 2016.
Pacific Telephone (2021) by Architectural Heritage CenterArchitectural Heritage Center
Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Exchange (1903)
This building is located at 532 SE Ankeny St.
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East Bank Lofts (2021) by Architectural Heritage CenterArchitectural Heritage Center
East Bank Lofts (1912)
This building is located at 537 SE Ash St.
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In later years,
United Parcel Service and then a local auction gallery were the primary tenants before the building was transformed into office and retail space in the 2000s.
Architectural Heritage Center Lobby (2007) by Lincoln BarbourArchitectural Heritage Center
Engage with Portland's architecture and history year round!
The Architectural Heritage Center is exploring how our historic places intersect with issues like art and design; housing and affordability; the environment and social equity.
Join us for walking tours, events and exhibits, digital projects, and talks and forums.
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Tour by Val Ballestrem, Architectural Heritage Center's Education Manager
Photos by Google