Niece’s Bedroom Undergoing Repair and Restoration
In December 2020, Pittock Mansion staff were busy deep cleaning the museum’s rooms and artifacts when they discovered mold discoloration on the wallpaper in the Niece’s bedroom. Museum staff [...]
Spring Break Book Drive for Community Action
Due to our temporary closure, this event has been postponed. Please check back for new dates. COMMUNITY ACTION BOOK DRIVE POSTPONED 10AM–4PM Donate new or gently used books [...]
Preservation at the Mansion
January is a special time for Pittock Mansion. After the bustle and merriment of our popular Christmas display, the Mansion closes and undergoes a deep cleaning in addition to the maintenance and [...]
Donate Books to Community Action During a Pittock Mansion Christmas
As part of our Wonderful World of Books exhibit, Pittock Mansion will be hosting a book drive in collaboration with Community Action from Monday, November 25th to Sunday, December [...]
Henry Pittock’s Account of Surviving the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake
The destructive San Francisco earthquake of April 18, 1906, gripped the nation and dominated headlines. The Oregonian newspaper had their own exclusive scoop—owner and publisher Henry [...]
Long-Time Volunteer Connects Students and Visitors to Life in 1914
Liz Hamill began volunteering at Pittock Mansion in 2006. A former teacher, Liz not only gives guided tours, she also inspires and educates youth through our Day Camp for Kids: Life in [...]
An Adventurous Life
Henry Pittock was born in London, England on March 1, 1834 or 1835—his death certificate states his birth year was 1835, while his baptismal record states 1834. Henry grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, [...]
