A Brief History of Portland, OR

Portland was founded in a sport known as “The Clearing,” and was named after the founder’s hometown of Portland, Maine. It was incorporated in 1851, just eight years after its founding, and by 1879 the city had grown to over 17,000 residents. Because of its location close to the Pacific Ocean and being along the banks of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers, the city’s transportation and shipping industries, as well as the agricultural industry, flourished. During the latter half of the 20th century the city’s manufacturing industry also began to flourish, though today the city is more known for its many service-based jobs and industries, including healthcare and finance.

Transportation in Portland

Portland has long been known as a city of transportation. Between of its location on the Columbia River, which allows the city to ship goods up and down the river from its many ports, and the many railroad lines that criss-cross the city, the city’s transportation sector has been flourish virtually since its inception. It was actually one of the main shipping ports until Seattle’s deepwater harbor was connected to the rest of the country via rail, though it still handles thousands of tons of cargo daily.

Tourism in Portland

Portland is home to many different artists, art programs and museums, including the Portland Art Museum – one of the most famous art museums in the Pacific Northwest. It is also the home of the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (also known as OMSI) and is located on the banks of the Willamette River. OMSI contains many hands-on exhibits that children and adults alike can learn from. Portland is also the home of the Portland Classical Chinese Garden and of course Powell’s City of Books, which is the largest independent bookstore in the United States.

Taxi Services in Portland

If you’re looking to get around Portland, there are many cab and limo companies to call. If you’re in a major rush, feel free to call the Green Cab and Shuttle Company or Broadway Cab, the most well-known cab company in Portland.

Moving to Portland?

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