The P-Talk Fall Series
Join us this fall for a series of engaging talks offered by Pittock experts. These talks will be held in the social room of the mansion in the evenings from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. $17/person. $15/member. Space is limited so get your tickets soon. Buy tickets here!
October 8, 2025:
The House that Henry Built,
Jerold Wikoff
Jerold Wikoff, former President of the Pittock Mansion Board of Directors, will discuss his book, The House that Henry Built, which explores the life of Henry Pittock, the reasons behind his decision to build his mansion at the end of his life, and what life was like within the mansion. A Q&A and book signing will follow the talk.
October 21, 2025:
The Mansion and the Dome: Repurposing Irreplaceable Architectures in the Public Trust,
Marcel Brousseu
IIn 1965, Portland’s restored Pittock Mansion opened the same year as Houston’s Astrodome. Though different in style and purpose, both now rely on public belief in their historic value. The Pittock represents the past, while the Astrodome was once seen as the future, yet each endures by serving present-day community needs. Pittock’s success as a house museum offers a useful model for the Astrodome.
October 29, 2025:
The Monarch’s Message,
Amy Rebecca Kaufman
Did you know Pittock Mansion has a Monarch Butterfly Garden near the viewpoint? With North American monarchs declining by 80%, author Amy Rebecca Kaufman will share insights from The Monarch’s Message, exploring their remarkable migration. Featuring stunning photography, the book traces their journey to Mexico and highlights a story of resilience. A Q&A and book signing will follow.
November 5, 2025:
Pittock Mansion, Then and Now,
Paula Gangopadhyay
Join the Mansion’s CEO to hear new insights on Henry and Georgiana Pittock, later descendants, and the workers who built and cared for the home. Paula will also share Pittock 2.0, a vision expanding the mansion’s storytelling and shaping it into a more dynamic museum and destination.
