Pittock Mansion

Nestled at the top of the west hills of Portland, Oregon sits one of the cities oldest and most renowned residences. Pittock Mansion is rich with historical significance, magnificent architecture, and a grandiose interior that includes many artifacts from the turn of the century.

Pittock Mansion was created for Henry and Georgiana Pittock. Henry and Georgiana had moved to Portland during the mid 1800s. The Pittock’s were married in 1860 and would continue their lives together for 58 years. Henry Pittock would go on to take ownership of the Oregonian and would eventually turn it into the daily newspaper that we read today. Henry Pittock was a resilient and successful businessman. His business conglomerate would include railroads, mining, real estate, banking, and many more.

Georgiana Pittock devoted her time to community service. Georgiana helped to create the Ladies Relief Society, which provided care for children in need. She also helped to build a woman’s union that would help single working women.

In 1909, the couple started the planning and design of their new home in the hills of Portland. The mansion was completed in 1914 and included state of the art technology for their time, including intercoms, a central vacuum system, and indirect lighting. The most breathtaking part of the mansion is the view from the estate. Pittock mansion sits 1,000 feet above Portland with a view of Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Rainer, and Mt. Hood.

Pittock Mansion was eventually bought by the city to preserve its historical beauty.