VOL. 21 NO. 1 Winter 2013

News & Notes Architectural Heritage Center

Resources & Inspiration For Historic Preservation Vol. 21 | No. 1 | Winter 2013

A publication of the Bosco-Milligan Foundation

CELEBRATING OUR SILVER

Our 2012 Riches of a City Heritage Auction: Celebrating Our Silver was a great success!

As many of you already know, we kicked off a year-long celebration of the Twenty-Fifth anniversary of the BoscoMilligan Foundation on Saturday, October 20th at our annual “Riches of a City” Heritage auction. It was a sold-out celebratory evening filled with fun, laughter and tears of both sadness and joy. It was most definitely an evening which will be remembered in the Architectural Heritage Center history books. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the success: guests, purchasers, donors, sponsors, advertisers, volunteers, the auction committee, MC Handyman Bob, Auctioneer Chris Sheik and all of our vendors and partners who work behind the scenes with us. For such a beautiful and successful event to take place, planning begins almost a year in advance. We had a stellar auction committee chaired by Board Member Eileen Fitzsimons and assisted by our Auction Intern, Abdul Fitouri. Committee members Joanne Carlson, Barbara Coleman, Paulla Dacklin, Stephanie Downer, Kathia Emery, Susan Gerritz, Julie Greene, James Hamrick, Pam Hayden, Fred Leeson, Sandra Millius, Carol Morgan, Crystal Neill, Karen Richmond, Meg Talbott, Lisa Vaughn-Soraghan and Carole Bess White volunteered over 1000 hours and unbelievable skill and expertise to plan and execute the auction. continued on pg 2 Counterclockwise from top left: A standing ovation for a moving presentation by Craig Kelly; Francene Grewe bids with spirit; Steve Dotterrer and guests receive their winning desserts from Amanda Applebaum.

Save these 2013 dates! 15th annual Kitchen Revival Tour Saturday, April 13th

18th annual Auction Saturday, October 12th

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You will read about the special announcement made at the auction in Fred’s President’s column on page 4. In other exciting news, we more than doubled the goal of $25,000 in donations for our collective bid which will allow us to continue cataloguing our collection of historic architectural artifacts (over 80% complete) and to potentially secure a different storage location. The oral and silent auctions, including a very festive dessert auction, netted $68,000 to support the Education and Advocacy work of the BMF/AHC!

Thank you and Congratulations to everyone who helped us get here!

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Left to right, from top left: Patron Party guest; Eva B. Fitzsimons and Brittany Kurzeweil; Victoria Jayne; volunteer Stephanie Downer delivers the raffle tickets; Venerable Properties Brian Nelson, Jessica Engeman and Craig Kelly; intern Abdul Fitouri; Craig Kelly delivers a moving announcement; enthusiastic bidder Leland Hanson; MC Handyman Bob and Auctioneer Chris Sheik; Eileen Fitzsimons and Barbara Pierce. Photos by David Greene.


JANUARY–MARCH 2013

AHC AT-A-GLANCE Auction Report

Art Exhibits

2012 Riches of a City Heritage Auction: Celebrating Our Silver

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Programs

What Comes Next?, A Group Exhibit of Fiber Art Opening Reception February 1st March Reception: March 1st

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Gallery Exhibits

Andrew Carnegie: The ‘Gospel of Wealth’ and Portland Libraries Sat. Jan. 26th | 10:00 am–11:30 am

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By Streetcar to St. Johns Sat. Feb. 9th | 10:00 am–11:30 am

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Oregon Architects Series: John Storrs Sat. Feb. 16th | 10:00 am–11:30 am

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SE Portland’s Mt. Tabor Streetcar Line Sat. Feb. 23rd | 10:00 am–11:30 am

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Writing Local History Sat. Mar. 2nd | 10:00 am–12:00 pm

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Oregon Architects Series: Richard Sundeleaf Thurs. Mar. 7th | 7:00 pm–8:30 pm

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North Portland’s Neighborhood Movie Theaters Sat. Mar. 23rd | 10:00 am–12:00 pm

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Oregon Architects Series: Wade Hampton Pipes Sat. Mar. 30th | 10:00 am–11:30 am

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Streetcars Build a City

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Glass Blast

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Special Events AHC Library Open House and Research Day

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Raven and Rose / Ladd Carriage House Members Only

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Departments Director’s Column President’s Column Fundraising News and Announcements New and Renewing Members Business Resource Directory 2011–2012 Grant Funders National Trust Conference Winter Program Registration Become a Member Volunteer Recognition

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DIRECTOR’S COLUMN

Preservation Resolutions for the New Year By Cathy Galbraith The new year will see the continuation of some big preservation issues, and we’re working on successfully resolving a few critical ones. Now in our 25th Anniversary year—since our founding in late 1987 by the late Jerry Bosco and Ben Milligan—how wonderful it will be to be able to say that “we did it” on: The Buckman National Register Historic District—With preservation concerns dating back to 2006, the NRHD nomination has been completed and sent to the State historic Preservation Office, following thousands of hours of volunteer time, with the AHC serving as the sponsor and “action central” for production. This is not a slam-dunk, however. Some Buckman property owners remain concerned about the high historic design

review fees and the perceived uncertainties of the City’s “process.” We certainly understand that, and it’s why we are one of the founders and leaders of the Portland Coalition for Historic Resources. That brings us to the related “big issue” for 2013… Portland Historic Resources Code Improvement Project— Following our community-wide show of concerns at City Council in March, 2012, the Bureau of Planning & Sustainability was directed to streamline the historic design review process. We are well on our way to a complex package of amendments to the city code that will do just that—simplify the process and provide certainty to owners of historic buildings who clearly want to do the right things. While not moving quite fast enough for some Buckman owners, we will get there this winter! Efforts to reduce the historic design review fees will immediately follow… The Portland Comprehensive Plan Update—Following the adoption of the “Portland Plan” (where we successfully achieved inclusion of Historic Preservation goals, after their rather stunning


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omission in draft versions) the update of the Comprehensive Plan is in full swing. With the work divided among a series of “Policy Expert Groups” (PEGS), monitoring and weighing in at the right times is an ongoing challenge—but this is where the action truly is. The “Neighborhood Centers” and “Residential Development & Compatibility” PEGS are where our preservation concerns need to be addressed. This won’t happen without our collective attention! The Multnomah County Courthouse—After decades of hand-wringing, the County seems poised to determine the future of the historic Downtown Courthouse. Their signals appear to be taking a different direction than the preferred action of full rehab for continued courthouse use, despite public comments favoring that strategy. Yes, we know the courthouse has some serious upgrade needs (like any building of that age), but the building is in the condition it’s in because of decades of deferred maintenance by the County, along with poor “upgrades” along

the way. The Courthouse stands in the heart of downtown with other neighboring government-center buildings, and the Board of County Commissioners needs to continue to hear from all of us about the importance of its future. Of course there are other big issues moving along (the Skidmore/ Old Town design guidelines, parking exemptions for new buildings in historic neighborhoods, that are no longer “infill” but now demolish-and-build-new) and more unfolding. We sincerely hope that you’ll continue to support our efforts to be there, to speak up and speak out, when the preservation of our historic resources needs us! While we no longer have our beloved Art DeMuro to help on the preservation front, he demonstrated great faith in our ability as an organization to forge ahead (see our President’s column).

PRESIDENT’S COLUMN

History was Made… By Fred Leeson We are on the cusp of a tremendous opportunity for the Bosco-Milligan Foundation. By now you’ve probably heard that in his final weeks, Portland’s leading preservation developer, the late Art DeMuro, pledged a bequest of $750,000 to the Bosco-Milligan Foundation. His stipulation: Pay off the mortgage and any other debts on the Architectural Heritage Center and use the rest to seed an endowment fund to support the AHC’s historic preservation education and advocacy programs for future generations. I’m not the smartest numbers guy on the block, but that should leave us with roughly $550,000 to start an endowment. The new endowment is the highest fiscal priority in our 2012-adopted Strategic Plan. Executive Director Cathy Galbraith has set a goal of raising that to $1 million by the end of 2013. What does that mean? A $1 million fund invested prudently would generate about $50,000 per year in operating revenue without reducing the endowment pot. That would amount to approximately 15 percent of our current annual budget. Would we still need to sell memberships? Yes. Would we still need to charge for (but continue to subsidize) our

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education programs? Yes. Would we still apply for needed grants, diligently seek contributions from all of YOU, and pursue other viable revenue sources we can find? Absolutely, yes. But the committed source of annual funding would help us chart a path of financial stability and help smooth out the inevitable bumps in the economy. It would help guarantee a grand future for what I think of as the grandest building on Grand Avenue, and our wonderful universe of historic preservation programs and activities at the Architectural Heritage Center and around the region. There is another key fact you need to understand. We do not know when Art’s commitment will be fulfilled. It may take several years. But we will not wait that long to start implementing our endowment plan! I have convened an investment committee of knowledgeable financial people to help us chart an endowment policy and investment tools. So be forewarned. You can expect to hear from us soon about endowment contributions. You need to realize that these donations must not be at the expense of our “regular” income sources, or we risk jeopardizing our immediate financial picture. But the attraction of an endowment contribution should be this: Knowledge that THESE gifts will last far longer than we do, and that what we do today can have a positive effect on architectural preservation in the place we love for generations to come. All I wish to add now is: Think about it. Take this moment to bless Art DeMuro and the wonderful leadership incentive he has given us, by establishing what we are calling the Art DeMuro Preservation Education Endowment Fund.


EDUCATION PROGRAM—LECTURE

Andrew Carnegie, ‘The Gospel of Wealth’ and Portland Libraries Saturday, January 26, 2013 10:00 am–11:30 am Members: $10 General Public: $18 Near the end of the 19th Century, the richest man the world had ever known—Andrew Carnegie—decided to give away most of his wealth while he was still alive. Building free public libraries became one of his first preferred charities. Between 1911 and 1922, seven Carnegie-funded libraries were built in Portland and Gresham, designed by four outstanding architects of the era. How many of those architectural jewels still stand? How many are still in active library use? What became of the others? This presentation will answer these questions and will also address the early history of Portland libraries. Along the way we’ll also confront an issue that still reverberates today: Just what should ultra-wealthy people do with their money? Presenter Fred Leeson has been a Bosco-Milligan Foundation board member since 2008. He is a retired Portland journalist and author or coauthor of two local history books. Pre-registration is strongly suggested—visit us online at www.VisitAHC.org or use the enclosed registration form.

SPECIAL EVENT

AHC Library Open House and Research Day Saturday, February 2, 2013

10:00 am–3:00 pm

FREE EVENT! Are you interested in house history? Maybe you want to learn more about how Portland neighborhoods were shaped by architectural styles and city planning. Perhaps you think your home may have been built from a plan book? Or maybe you are researching a notable Oregon architect? We invite you to come learn about the resources available in the AHC research library. Volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions and share AHC library resources for building history research, local history, Oregon architects, and of course, the preservation of our historic buildings. Following a two-year effort to catalog and properly store the thousands of library items collected by our founders, Jerry Bosco and Ben Milligan, as well as those generously donated more recently by others, it’s time to shed new light on our research materials. AHC volunteers, interns, and staff have spent hundreds of hours in order to make our library more accessible. Displays will include architectural drawings, maps, books, photo slides, and archival papers from the AHC collections. You can also get a sneak peek at our closed stacks to see our recently completed disaster preparedness measures. We’ll also offer a short course on how to protect your own family archives and a variety of archival storage supplies for your family or business archives will be available to purchase. Light refreshments will be served. Non-Members: There will be a generous incentive opportunity to join the AHC on the day of the event. Can’t attend? The AHC library is open by appointment. FREE to members. Please RSVP so we can be sure to have enough volunteers on hand to help you with your research questions. Email [email protected] or call us at 503.231.7264. This library celebration is supported by contributions given in memory of long-time AHC education committee member Barbara Grimala.

Ongoing Collections Exhibits Streetcars Build a City (Meyer Memorial Trust Gallery) Glass Blast (Liz’s Antique Hardware Gallery)


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Oregon Architects Series: John Storrs Saturday, February 16, 2013 10:00 am –11:30 am Members: $10 General Public: $18 John Storrs (1920–2003) was an iconoclast of the Northwest Regional style of architecture. Known for his creative use of materials as well as his unique designs, Storrs had a remarkable and significant career that included projects such as the Portland Garden Club (1954), Salishan Lodge (1965), and the hyperbolic paraboloid buildings of the 1959 Oregon Centennial Exposition.

By Streetcar to St. Johns Saturday, February 9, 2013 10:00 am–11:30 am Members: $10 General Public: $18 St. Johns was a small town, down-river from Portland, when the Willamette Bridge Railway began building a line to it from Albina in 1889. Soon, small passenger trains pulled by steam locomotives—and later electric trolleys—passed through the forests, farms and wood lots on the way to Ockley Green, Arbor Lodge, Peninsula, Portsmouth and St. Johns. As the streetcar stimulated demand for real estate, new subdivisions sprung up along its route. St. Johns was now drawn into Portland. The line however never fully lost its character as a connection between two municipalities. In the 1920s development had progressed to the point that a major engineering project, the Greeley Cut-off, was built to get around congestion.

Storrs graduated from the Yale School of Architecture in 1950, and moved to Portland a few years later, embarking on a career that included numerous homes in addition to the landmark buildings for which he is better recognized. Historian and AHC education manager Val Ballestrem will present this program with research assistance from consulting historian Morgen Young of Alder, LLC. The presentation is filled with unique images and stories thanks to the generosity of John Storrs’ widow, Frances, who graciously loaned boxes of photos and papers to the AHC for development of this program. Pre-registration is strongly suggested—visit us online at www.VisitAHC.org or use the enclosed registration form. Sponsored by: WILLCO and Grant Support from Oregon Heritage Commission

By Streetcar to St. Johns tells the story of the transformation of the semi-rural Peninsula into North Portland, of farm houses, Victorians and bungalow neighborhoods. A resident of North Portland’s Overlook neighborhood, presenter Dan Haneckow writes about Portland and transportation history. He is also the co-curator of our current exhibit—Streetcars Build a City. Pre-registration is strongly suggested—visit us online at www.VisitAHC.org or use the enclosed registration form. Sponsored by: Portland Streetcar, Inc. and Shiels, Obletz, Johnsen Inc.

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EDUCATION PROGRAM—PANEL DISCUSSION

Writing Local History Saturday, March 2, 2013 10:00 am –12:00 pm Members: $10 General Public: $18 Have you been thinking about what it would take to write a history of your neighborhood, a particular building, or other interesting aspect of our area’s past? How do you get all of those research files organized into something readable? What sort of publishing options are available these days? If you are interested in writing local history, don’t miss this discussion. Please join us as our panel of local experts provides insight into the writing process, how to keep yourself organized and on task, and how and where you might get published. Along the way you’ll receive valuable professional advice and learn from panelists’ personal experiences.

Southeast Portland’s Mt. Tabor Streetcar Line Saturday, February 23, 2013 10:00 am –11:30 am Members: $10 General Public: $18

Confirmed Panelists include: Eliza Canty-Jones—Editor of the Oregon Historical Quarterly, the journal of record for Oregon History. Kaia Sand—Portland area writer, poet, and writing teacher. Michael Orr—Author of The 1975 Portland Timbers: The Birth of Soccer City, USA (History Press, 2012). The panel will be moderated by AHC education manger Val Ballestrem. Pre-registration is strongly suggested—visit us online at www.VisitAHC.org or use the enclosed registration form.

Founded in the mid 19th century, Portland experienced its major geographic growth from the 1880s to the First World War, a period that coincided with the rapid growth of electric streetcars in the United States. Throughout the east side, streetcar lines served as stimulants to the development of the city’s “bungalow belt” neighborhoods, imparting a unique character upon them. Alexander B. Craghead will share the story of one of these routes, southeast Portland’s “MT” Mount Tabor line. Alex is a Portlandbased writer and photographer whose work has most recently appeared in the National Railroad Historical Society Bulletin and Trains Magazine. He also has a personal connection with this line, with old family roots in the Belmont neighborhood. Alex’s talk will center on how the city grew along and because of the Mount Tabor line, and will make connections between the impacts of this transportation mode and the neighborhoods of the area. Using photographs, drawings, maps, and illustrations, he will place this streetcar route in the larger context of the city and the streetcar movement, and show how it has had lasting impacts on the cultural geography of Portland. Pre-registration is strongly suggested—visit us online at www.VisitAHC.org or use the enclosed registration form. Sponsored by: Portland Streetcar, Inc. and Shiels, Obletz, Johnsen Inc.


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Oregon Architects Series: Richard Sundeleaf Thursday, March 7, 2013 7:00 pm –8:30 pm Members: $10 General Public: $18 Richard Wilhelm Sundeleaf (1900–1987), was one of Oregon’s most prolific residential and industrial architects of the first half of the 20th century. Sundeleaf began his career working in the office of A.E. Doyle, before moving on to another notable Portland firm, Sutton & Whitney. By the time Sundeleaf left Sutton & Whitney in 1928, he was well established and recognized for the quality of his work. Beginning with his designs for the Jantzen Knitting Mills (1928), Sundeleaf embarked on a solo career spanning 60 years—a career that included the design of several homes throughout the Portland area as well as car dealerships, restaurants, churches, commercial and industrial buildings. Today, the University of Oregon (from which Sundeleaf graduated in 1923) has a sizable collection of his papers and drawings. Portland writer Brian Libby will discuss the life and work of Richard Sundeleaf. Libby’s blog Portland Architecture has, for many years, been a valuable resource for information on architecture and historic preservation in Portland. Pre-registration is strongly suggested—visit us online at www.VisitAHC.org or use the enclosed registration form. Sponsored by: Rejuvenation and Grant Support from Oregon Heritage Commission

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North Portland’s Neighborhood Movie Theaters Saturday, March 23, 2013 10:00 am –12:00 pm Members: $10 General Public: $18 North Portland is not often thought of as having a rich movie house history, but indeed it does! The variety of theaters in North Portland is more diverse than in any area of the city, including unique examples not found anywhere else in Portland. Portland theater historians Steve Stone and Mike Mathews return to the AHC, this time to explore the fascinating history of movie theaters in North Portland, including St. Johns, Kenton, Piedmont, and Mississippi Avenue. Steve and Mike have discovered no fewer than 26 former theaters and nickelodeons in North Portland and together they’ll share unique images and even some rare video footage. As an added bonus, they will also give a brief retrospective on the 11 DriveIn theaters that once ringed the city. Pre-registration is strongly suggested—visit us online at www.VisitAHC.org or use the enclosed registration form.

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Oregon Architects Series: Wade Hampton Pipes Saturday, March 30, 2013 10:00 am –11:30 am Members: $10 General Public: $18 Wade Hampton Pipes (1877–1961), was one of Oregon’s most notable architects during the first half of the 20th century with a career spanning nearly 50 years. Pipes’ home designs were so outstanding that his work has long been imitated by others. Primarily a residential architect, Wade Hampton Pipes was a native Oregonian with training in England. His designs displayed a thorough interest in the Arts and Crafts movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but with a style that was all his own. From cottages to country estates, today there are dozens of Pipes designed homes scattered throughout the Portland area and the Willamette Valley. Architectural historian Henry Kunowski will outline the life and work of Wade Hampton Pipes, in this image filled presentation. Pre-registration is strongly suggested—visit us online at www.VisitAHC.org or use the enclosed registration form. Sponsored by: Craftsman Design & Renovation LLC and Grant Support from Oregon Heritage Commission

SPECIAL EVENT

Celebrate the new life of our old friend the Ladd Carriage House! Preview Party for Raven and Rose Restaurant Saturday, January 5, 2013 2:00 pm –5:00 pm 1331 SW Broadway $25.00 Sold Out! A special event benefiting AHC education programs generously sponsored by Raven and Rose Enjoy the next chapter in the long-running story of the Ladd Carriage House—its new life as Raven and Rose Restaurant. Restaurateur Lisa Mygrant has gloriously outfitted the 1883 building, the only remaining building from the once-expansive William S. Ladd Estate, as a fine dining place, and is hosting a preview benefit for AHC members and friends. Once threatened with demolition, the Ladd Carriage House is a preservation success story. The Friends of the Ladd Carriage House, under the aegis of the Bosco-Milligan Foundation, was formed to save the iconic building, which was carefully moved offsite in 2008 while the Ladd Tower was built. Following another painstaking move back to its original location, the exterior was restored, and the Carriage House offered for sale. New owner Lisa Mygrant, along with her parents, Cathy and Michael Mygrant as minority owners, purchased the building in 2011 with the intent of creating a restaurant in the grand old Victorian. Now, they are hosting a preview benefit for AHC members and friends which will include hors d’oeuvres and beverages and a short program about the history of the Ladd Carriage House, the complexities of its exterior and interior renovations, and its successful adaptive reuse. This event sold out quickly. Thank you to everyone who enthusiastically registered! We will share photos afterwards on our facebook page. Many thanks to Paul Falsetto and Tracey Simpson for helping make this event possible.

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ART EXHIBITS

What Comes Next?

All openings and programs are free and open to the public.

A group exhibit of fiber art and educational programs. Five Fiber Artists, Elaine Millar, Quinn Zander Corum, Georgia French, Hilde Morin and Diane Born, present two exhibits at the Architectural Heritage Center.

All members of the Columbia FiberArts Guild and Studio Art Quilt Associates, the group will present two Special Education Programs during their exhibits: Teaching Techniques and Trunk Show

“Fiber Artists Working in a Series” Opening Reception: Friday, February 1st 6:00–8:00 pm

“A Different Look” Opening Reception: Friday, March 1st 6:00–8:00 pm

Tuesday, February 12th 6:00–8:00 pm

A showing of the film ‘Stitched’ followed by artist technique presentations Thursday, March 21st 6:00–8:00 pm

FUNDRAISING NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thank you, donors! We are greatly appreciative of operations support from: Lonnie Breninger, Eileen Fitzsimons and Gary Blackmer, Judy Gerrard, James Hamrick, Monica Jones, Ruth Kratochvil, Diane Lowensohn, JoAnne McMahan, JoAnn Onstott, Sheila Pastore, Isabel Stirling, Bo and Nancy Sullivan, Les and Carole Bess White “Streetcars Build a City” exhibit sponsors: Portland Streetcar, Inc., Shiels Obletz Johnsen, Inc. “Glass Blast” exhibit sponsor: Rejuvenation Jim Neill Memorial Golf Tournament: James Ambrose, Bryan Asbury, David and Lynne Bangsund, Vern and Micki Beard, Bob and Janie Boyl, Brad Boyl, Larry Cable, Don and Darlene Carlson, Norm and Joanne Carlson, Phil and Penny Carter, James and Margaret Cicchetti, Harry Dalgaard, Richard De Wolf, Ronald Enna, Terri Ferguson, Eileen Fitzsimons, Steve Fitzwalter, Rodney and Teresa Forni, Karen and Gary Genzer, Christine Gerrie, Don and Marlys Girard, Linda Girard, Michael and Nancy Graham, Shirley Grew, David and Cheri Groth, George Heilig, Chris Hein, Tony Helm, Wendy Higgins, Thomas Hillier, Lynnette Houghton, Barney Hyde, Craig Iverson, Fred Jubitz, Randy Kaiser, Jan Keller, Melinda King, David Koch, Karl Koch, Susan Wendy Koch, Rodney Lewis, Carol Lorion, Al and Gaylen Luher, Dave and Char McBride, William Miller, Kim Moreland, Kathleen Neill, Darlene Netzer, Joe Opsahl and Kristin Hannaman, Ernie Oringdulph, Lisa O’Rourke, Susan Palseik, Antonio Pasion, Gretchen Anderson Pilip, Ronald and Lee Ragen, Randy Sell, Lin Silver, David Solberg, Sarah and Gerard Stascausky, Shannon Stringham, Mary and David Sturgis, Jean Thompson, Krista Ulland, Robert and Beth Warner, Terry Wiesner, Rick Williams, Penny Wood Thank you to Auction Collective Bid donors in support of collections: Philip Austin, Jana Bauman, Bruce and Brenda Burns, Norm and Joanne Carlson, Craig Carthel, Judy Dauble, Allen and Martha Denison, Jan Dilg, Steve Dotterrer, Bruce and Eileen Drake, Frederick Eberle, Richard Engeman, Paul Falsetto, Eileen Fitzsimons and Gary Blackmer, Kim Fox, Brian Gerritz, Susan Gerritz, Sara

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Gray, Cheryl Groth, BJ and Victor Hale, Leland Hanson, James Hamrick, Don Hastler and Dan Bergsvik, Al Horn, CJ Hurley and Barbara Pierce, Victoria Jayne, Daniel Johannsen, Dennis Johnson, Karen Karlsson, Jim Kelly and Sue Porter, Melinda King, Susan Klebl, Denise Kleim, Craig Kuhns, Fred Leeson and Barbara Coleman, Lois Leonard, Harris Matarazzo, Fergal McHugh, Rick Michaelson, Carol Morgan, Kathleen Neill, Patrick O’Neill and Jayne Cronlund, Peter and Mary Osterberg, Jacqueline Peterson-Loomis, Lidwein Rahman, Judith Rees, Ruth Roth, Stephen and Jeanne Schapp, David Simpson, Tracey Simpson and Ted Lundin, Steve Smith, David Spencer, Ericka Staley, Kristen Stallman, Bo Sullivan, Nancy Taffera-Santos, Meg Talbott, Scott Tice, Allen Tooke and Marcia Truman, Roger and Karen Vrilakas, Morgen Young In Honor of Joanne Carlson: Milo and Bev Ormseth Barbara Grimala Memorial Fund: Greg Grimala Emmons House Event: Risa Davis and Kim Moreland Library Support: Laura Castleberry Thanks for in-kind support and donations from: Tim Askin, computer monitor, GIS textbook, and coffee maker; Jean Donly, office supplies; BJ and Victor Hale, event supplies; George King, computer; Barb Kubik, kitchen supplies; Ross Plambeck, computer monitor; Revere Graphics, software; Joan Stark, office supplies Buckman Neighborhood Historic District project: Valerie Garrett Education Support: Sarah Knight, Living Room Realtors We are grateful for refreshment donations from: Philip Austin, Val Ballestrem, Dan Bergsvik and Don Hastler, Holly Chamberlain, Barbara Coleman and Fred Leeson, Cathy Galbraith, Ken and Faye Hall, Robert and Candice Jordan, Barb Kubik, Ita Lindquist and Todd Kaehler, Carol Morgan, Lynn Osterberg-Deiss and Jeff Deiss, Ellen Shapley Auction Committee thank you dinner contributions: Marion’s Carpets, New Seasons, Winter Green Farm, Barbara Pierce and C.J. Hurley


NEW AND RENEWING MEMBERS Thanks to all new and renewing members from the previous quarter!

Genesis Society Tim Askin and Ryan Roney Bruce and Brenda Burns Ellen Bye Norm and Joanne Carlson Allen and Martha Denison Richard and Anne De Wolf Jean Donly Bruce and Eileen Drake George Eighmey and Peter Livingston Leland Hanson William J. and Katherine Hawkins III Jim Kelly and Sue Porter William and Emmy Lawrence III Fred Leeson and Barbara Coleman Carol Morgan Laurel Schweitzer and Andrew MacMillan Judith Rees John Russell and Mary Fellows Bo and Nancy Sullivan Allen Tooke and Marcia Truman Dan Volkmer and Frank Dixon Bill and Karin Wright

Portico Society Roger and Karen Vrilakas

Stewardship John Johnson Stephen and Jeanne Schapp

Contributing Michael and Debbie Aiona Gail Bell-Picco and Thomas Picco Pamela Eros Paul Falsetto Jeannette S. Feldhousen Roger and Sue Ferguson Kim and Roy Fox Melanie S. Freeman Allen Joslyn John Grout and Kelsey Green Grout Karen Karlsson Janet Keller Lois Leonard and Doug Magedanz Lillan Lesher Ruth and Ken Love Anne E. McLaughlin Fred Neal and Mark Haack David Olsen

Burton W. Onstine Portland Streetcar, Inc. Elisabeth Walton Potter Gail Powell and Kevin Davis Shiels Obletz Johnsen Nicholas Starin Joan Stark Les and Carole Bess White Ben and Elaine Whiteley Roger Wooley Douglas Zier

Household William Archer and Arthur DeBow Susan Bates Virginia and Michael Benware Laverne Bagley Brown Kristan Burkert and Lynn Larsen Andrew and Ruth Cotugno Jim Diekmann and Laurie Ortega Sharon and Scott Forbes Valerie Garrett William Gilliland Karen and Michael Girard Marie V. Hall Daniel and Kathleen Harris Bruce Hegna and Douglas Norseth Don and Lynnette Houghton Leslie Hutchinson Mike and Connie Jarrett Donna and David Keller Vera Keller Dave LeRud Michael and Susan Lewallen Teresa McGrath Sandra Millius and Jeff Motsinger Kelley and Sue Gilbert Mooers Sarah Munro Peter and Mary Osterberg Lynn Osterberg-Deiss and Jeff Deiss Wendy and Richard Rahm Jim and Gaye Richardson Richard Ross Greg Schlechter Rosalie Schmitz and Everette Williams Shawn Smith Chuck and Toni Stalsberg Nancy Taffera-Santos Gina and Frank Taylor John Toso and Nancy Weston David Wolski and Kari Briggs

Individual Carl Abbott Tim Andersen David Barringer Mark Bello Judi Brenes Laura Castleberry Janice Chamberlain Alexander Craghead Jeffrey Condit Ron Crosier Laurel Dickie Peter Drach Laura Fisher Mark Friedman Kathy Fritts Peter Finley Fry Laurie Gunn Susan Hanson Olwen Hayashi Theodore Huckins Karen Karger Megan Kim Paul Klein Sarah Knight Alexander Krach Ruth Kratochvil Antonia Larsen Jen Lees Kay MacKenzie Tanya March Adonica Marshall Barbara Masterson Victoria McCary Nancy McDaniel Sally McLarty June L. Mikkelsen Jeffrey L. Miller Margie Miller Marianne Nelson JoAnn Onstott Phyllis Reynolds Reed Ritchey Ruth Roth Colton Sampson Jessica Scarborough Jeanette Shortley Brandon Spencer-Hartle Jim Sybor Tricia Whitney Molly Wolfe Sharon Wood Wortman Carolyn Zelle

Student/Senior Pattie Bates Patsy Crayton Berner Lucille Jean Bond Lonnie Breninger Alice and Steve Brocoum Edward Brunet and June Starkes Joan S. Childs and Jerry Zaret L. Jay Conrad Beverly Culp Jane Erickson Robert K. Erickson

Lorene Farrar Catherine J. Flick Diana Ginsburg Linda Girard Jo Guyer Buff Holtman Margaret Hooten William J. Huebner Jordan Jordan Melinda King David and Alice Larsen Annik Larsen Robert Larson Mary Laughlin

Gilbert and Miriam Lissy Katherine McConnell Anne L. McDonald Barbara McMillen Louise Miller Nancy Montague Francis Munch Lloyd Musser Linda Noble and Richard Noble Sheila Pastore Christine Poole-Jones Martha Poulter Janice Quivey

Hannah Reynders Elinore Rogers Brenda Russell Dr. John F. Schilke Isabel Stirling Les Swanson Lenore Warren Les Watters Rosalie Williams Donald J. Wood

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Frank Lloyd Wright

The Wright place for the right occasions Host your next event at our House: dinner parties, intimate wedding, wine tasting, business meetings, receptions, family reunions, concerts or gatherings. Frank Lloyd Wright’s only building in Oregon. A national historic site and state treasure located in Silverton in the heart of the Willamette Valley. Private events, guided tours, or group and school tours can be arranged all year by reservation. Located in Silverton: 869 W Main Street (Cascade Hwy) next to The Oregon Garden Silverton is only 15 miles east of Salem and 40 miles south of Downtown Portland

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REGISTRATION — WINTER 2013 PROGRAMS

2011–2012 GRANT FUNDERS

Thank you to our 2011–2012 grant funders! The Denison Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation—operations

Cut out and Mail in for Registration and Membership. Please note: to receive a confirmation, please supply your email address. (All contact information is kept confidential.) All programs are held at the AHC unless otherwise noted.

Lilley Foundation—seismic incentives study, report, and public forum

o Andrew Carnegie, ‘The Gospel of Wealth’ and Portland Libraries (Sat. Jan 26th 10:00 am–11:30 am) __ Member(s) x $10 __ General public x $18

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National Trust for Historic Preservation “Partners in the Field”—advocacy coordination

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By Streetcar to St. Johns (Sat. Feb 9th 10:00 am–11:30 am) __ Member(s) x $10 __ General public x $18

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Oregon Architects Series: John Storrs (Sat. Feb 16th 10:00 am–11:30 am) __ Member(s) x $10 __ General public x $18

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Southeast Portland’s Mt. Tabor Streetcar Line (Sat. Feb 23rd 10:00 am–11:30 am) __ Member(s) x $10 __ General public x $18

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Oregon Heritage Commission—programs on the life and work of five local architects

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Oregon Museums Grant—seismic and preservation work on West’s Block Portland Streetcar, Inc. and Shiels Obletz Johnsen— “Streetcars Build a City” exhibit and related programs

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The National Trust for Historic Preservation annual conference in Spokane last October was a great opportunity for preservationists from around the nation and beyond to gather, learn, and network. This year’s theme, “Beyond Boundaries,” challenged traditional notions of “who is a preservationist,” and encouraged those in the field to reach out to new constituencies. The locale meant a great attendance from northwesterners! The annual Trust conference is always a great way to be able to tap into a concentration of knowledgeable solutions for preservation quandaries and share our own expertise. Invited speakers Val Ballestrem and Holly Chamberlain from our staff were pleased to co-present on developing physical and digital tours of various sizes and themes.

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(Sat. Mar 2nd 10:00 am–12:00 pm) __ Member(s) x $10 __ General public x $18

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Oregon Architects Series: Richard Sundeleaf (Thurs. Mar 7th 7:00 pm–8:30 pm) __ Member(s) x $10 __ General public x $18

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North Portland’s Neighborhood Movie Theaters (Sat. Mar 23rd 10:00 am–12:00 pm) __ Member(s) x $10 __ General public x $18

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Oregon Architects Series: Wade Hampton Pipes (Sat. Mar 30th 10:00 am–11:30 am) __ Member(s) x $10 __ General public x $18

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VISIT THE AHC! A major highlight was having colleagues from the Oswego Iron Furnace rehabilitation project receive a well-deserved Preservation Honor Award, of which only 22 were given in 2012, and one of the highest recognitions that historic projects receive. Co-honorees for the seven-year long project of saving Lake Oswego’s historic 1866 blast furnace, the first such structure on the Pacific Coast, were: Heritage Research Associates; Historic Furnace Restoration Task Force; Miller Consulting Engineers, Inc; and Pioneer Waterproofing, Inc. The project highlights Lake Oswego’s industrial heritage, and by extension, the many northwest buildings with iron components that came from this furnace. Other northwest winners were Washington’s Heritage Barn Preservation Initiative and Spokane’s SIERR Building at McKinstry Station.


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VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION AND OPPORTUNITIES

The leaves have been raked, there’s a chill in the air and it’s time to put another log on the fire—winter is surely here. It warms our hearts to think of the great work our volunteers have done in 2012. We also look forward to exciting new activities in the New Year, including a new slate of education programs and walking tours, our popular Kitchen Revival Tour and, perhaps, a surprise or two. If you’ve been thinking of volunteering with the AHC, this is an excellent time to make the move. Don’t miss out! If you’d like to get involved, please contact Ita Lindquist, Volunteer and Rentals Manager, [email protected] or 503.231.7264. New volunteer opportunities are also listed in the enewsletter.

‘Riches of a City’ Heritage Auction A fabulous time was had by all thanks to Barbara Coleman, Fred Leeson, Nola Weber, Asa Roberson, Cheri Groth, Meg Talbott, Pam Hayden, Paulla Dacklin, Joanne Carlson, Norm Carlson, Bill Welch, Carol Morgan, Doug Magedanz, Ken Hall, Jeff Varner, Kathy Shapley, Kit Smith, Gracie Campbell, Carole Bess White, Les White, Nancy DeLeo, Carla Starzec, Amanda Appelbaum, Nancy Hawver, Sara Javoronok, Joan Ivan, Karen Richmond, David Olsen, Claudia Dissel, Virginia Durost, Tom Grier, Kate Carone, Stephanie Sameh, Ross Plambeck, Joan Baucus, Olivia Mitchell, Marlyce Gholston, Julie SalamonGreene, David Greene, Robert Jordan, Tibby O’Brien, Vickie Hanawalt, Nora McLaughlin, Maria Mapes, Kathy Reising, Holly Nelson, Abdul Fitouri, Jenna LoSciuto-Olivas, Janie Malloy, John Zalewski, Aimee Franceschi, Kari Hayenga, Patrick Mason, Sue Gerritz, Stephanie Downer, Liz Milliken, CJ Hurley, Ellen Pierson, Jean Donly, Kay Olsen, Coree Ryan, James Hamrick,

Lynn Osterberg-Deiss, Laurel Dickie, Tim Askin, Eileen Fitzsimons, Gary Blackmer, Charlie Mitchell, Todd Kaehler, Kathia Emery, Jeanie Thompson, Lisa Vaughn-Soraghan, Sandra Millius, Scott Hill, Pat Weathers and Claire Met.

Education Programs, Walking Tours, and Special Projects We are grateful for the expert help of Jeff Deiss, Chris Cook, Tom Grier, Lesley Steiner, Leslie Hutchinson, Gabrielle Foulkes, Amanda Appelbaum, Julie Thompson, David Olsen, Ron Savitt, Madeline Kramer, Nancy Hawver, Sidney Strange, Fred Leeson, Morgen Young, Scot Spicer, Doug Decker, Eric Wheeler, Robert Jordan, John Doyle, Aaron Smith, Karen Peinl, Steve Dotterrer, Leland Hanson, Chris Keady, Asa Roberson, Tim Askin, Tibby O’Brien, Nancy Oberschmidt, Ernestina Fuenmayor, Linda Nettekoven, Christine Yun, Tanya March, Richard Engeman, Hillary Adam and Ellen Shapley.

Front Desk and Office Many thanks to our terrific good will ambassadors: Jim Paynter, Joan Stark, Ross Plambeck, Stephanie Sameh, Robert Jordan, Lynn Osterberg-Deiss, Kim Moreland, Jean Donly, Ron Savitt, Aimee Franceschi, Debra Wilson, Joan Baucus, Stacy Cormier, Leland Hanson and Tom Grier.

Collections/Library/Archives/Exhibits Many thanks to these dedicated volunteers: Marlyce Gholston, Tim Askin, Susan Harris, Asa Roberson, Lesley Steiner, Patrick Mason, Lydia Bello, Maribeth Lloyd, Don Hastler, Dan Bergsvik, Megan Glazier-Anderson, Ric Santora, Fred Leeson, Andy Landolt and Aaron Smith.

Marketing, Membership, Open Houses and Special Events With gratitude to: Johnyne Wascavage, Debra Wilson, Stacy Cormier, Carla Starzec, Laurel Dickie, Leslie Hutchinson, Gabrielle Foulkes, Megan Glazier-Anderson, Robert Jordan, Denyse McGriff, Amanda Appelbaum, Lynn Osterberg-Deiss, Gracie Campbell, Laura Castleberry, Jeff Deiss, Nola Weber, Stephanie Downer, Sheree Busi, Bill Welch, Madeline Kramer, Joan Ivan, Janet Hill, Brooke Willoughby, Denyse McGriff and Lindsay Burnette. Auction volunteers, from left to right: Carole Bess White and Barbara Coleman; Carla Starzec with auction guests; Tom Grier, Kate Carone, Olivia Mitchell, and Stephanie Sameh.


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BOSCO-MILLIGAN FOUNDATION News & Notes 701 SE Grand Ave. Portland, OR 97214

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Our Priceless Heritage—Preserving it for the Future We have a vision of the future that drives our work today: a city that respects and preserves its historic building fabric to promote neighborhood vitality, a thriving economy, cultural and artistic enrichment, and environmental and social sustainability. The Architectural Heritage Center inspires people to conserve the art, craft and context of historic buildings and places to promote our cultural heritage as a vital element of livable, sustainable communities.

GENERAL INFORMATION The Architectural Heritage Center is a resource center for historic preservation, owned and operated by the nonprofit Bosco-Milligan Foundation. News & Notes is published quarterly by the foundation. Architectural Heritage Center Bosco-Milligan Foundation 701 SE Grand Avenue Portland, OR 97214

503.231.7264 503.231.7311 Fax [email protected] www.VisitAHC.org

Open Wednesday–Saturday, 10:00am – 4:30pm (Excluding some holidays) Admission to gallery exhibits: FREE to members; $3.00 for general public Program tickets: Prices vary; members receive discount; doors open 15 minutes prior to start Library access: By appointment; FREE to members Public transportation: Tri-Met #6—Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and Grand Avenue Tri-Met #15—Morrison and Belmont Parking: Plenty of on-street parking is available. On SATURDAY ONLY, parking is available at the small lot on the northwest corner of SE Grand Avenue at Yamhill Street (enter off Grand) directly north of Arvey’s Office Supply and south of the Morrison Bridge off-ramp. Thank you to Bolliger and Sons Insurance!

BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND STAFF Board of Directors Fred Leeson, President Tracey Simpson, Vice President Allen Tooke, Treasurer Kristen Stallman, Secretary Joanne Carlson, Past President Steven Dotterrer Eileen Fitzsimons James Hamrick Pam Hayden Harris Matarazzo Drew Mattox Denyse McGriff Rick Michaelson Kimberly Moreland Carol Morgan Crystal Neill Matthew Newell Tracy Prince Jeff Varner

Board of Advisors Pauline Bradford Bruce Burns Isabella Chappell Allen Denison Bruce Drake George Eighmey Bill Failing Paul Falsetto John Grout William Hart, AIA William Hawkins, III FAIA Wallace K. Huntington Wendy Wells Jackson Robert Jordan


Jim Kelly Karl Klooster Jane Morrison Sharr Prohaska Judith Rees David Talbott Greg Wentworth Will Wright

In Memorium Dick Bogle Edward Caldwell A.P. (Benny) DiBenedetto, FAIA Al Edelman Lannie Hurst Eric Ladd Earl Drais Layman George McMath, FAIA Jim Neill Ruth Powers Melody Teppola Marge Wintermute, FAIA

Staff Cathy Galbraith, Executive Director Holly Chamberlain, Deputy Director Philip Austin, Administrative Assistant Val Ballestrem, Education Manager Ken Hall, IT and Facilities Manager Ita Lindquist, Events, Rentals and Volunteer Manager Doug Magedanz, Collections Curator Barbara Pierce, Marketing and PR Manager, 2012 Auction Manager Graphic design services provided by Courtney Roby Sage Design