Dawson Park, Urban park in North Portland, United States.
Dawson Park spans over 2 acres of land with paved pathways, playground equipment, picnic areas, and green spaces for recreational activities in Portland.
The City of Portland acquired this land in 1921, naming it after Reverend John Dawson, who worked for child welfare and civic improvements.
The park functions as a central meeting point for the African American community, hosting civil rights gatherings and social movements since the 1940s.
Visitors can access basketball courts, volleyball facilities, accessible restrooms, and a splash pad equipped with educational story boulders throughout the grounds.
The park features a preserved 120-year-old cupola from the Hill Block Building, mounted on a gazebo constructed in 1978.
Location: Multnomah County
Location: Portland
Website: https://portland.gov/parks/dawson-park
GPS coordinates: 45.54417,-122.66750
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:12
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