Osborn Hotel, historic building in Portland, Oregon, U.S
The Osborn Hotel is a Second Empire and Italianate style building in Portland, Oregon. Built in 1890, it features detailed brickwork, decorative cornices, and tall windows across multiple levels that show its age and craftsmanship.
Built in 1890, it was one of the first hotels in the area and served affluent travelers and business people. It gained listing on the National Register of Historic Places and Portland Historic Landmark status, recognizing its role in the city's development.
The building is named after August Osborn, an early local businessman. Its Second Empire and Italianate style shaped how the Buckman neighborhood looked and reflected the tastes of prosperous residents in the 1890s.
Located on Southeast Grand Avenue in the Buckman neighborhood, the building sits among local shops and homes. Visitors can view the exterior and explore the surrounding area on foot, as it is part of the East Portland Grand Avenue Historic District.
A major fire struck the building in August 2014, causing significant damage, but firefighters prevented it from spreading to neighboring structures. Today it houses Doc Marie's, Portland's only lesbian bar, showing how the structure remains active in community life.
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