Unthank Park

Unthank Park is an urban green space in North Portland that features sports courts, seating areas, and maintained pathways. The facility serves as a gathering spot with recreational amenities for people of all ages.

The park was created during the 1960s and named after a physician who began practicing in Portland in 1929. He became significant in the city's history as an advocate for equality in healthcare.

The park is named after a physician who became deeply involved in Portland's civil rights movement and earned respect from the local community. The green space reflects how the city honors people who worked for equality and justice.

The park is accessible daily with paved walkways, seating, and restroom facilities for visitors. Sports equipment and recreational amenities are available, and the site is easy to reach on foot or by public transit.

The park represents a lesser-discussed part of Portland's civil rights history, as the namesake physician dedicated his life to breaking down discrimination in medical care. This story often surprises visitors and connects the space to larger questions about justice and access.

Location: Oregon

Location: Portland

Inception: 1966

Website: https://portland.gov/parks/unthank-park

GPS coordinates: 45.55056,-122.67222

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:20