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 Waldo Block; Also known as Waldo Building, Portland, Oregon Posted by:  Rose Red
N 45° 31.160 W 122° 40.371
10T E 525550 N 5040696
Quick Description: Waldo Block; Also known as Waldo Building (1886, restored 1984) is located at 201-215 SW Washington and 431-439 SW Second Avenue.
Location: Oregon, United States
Date Posted: 7/26/2006 7:30:42 PM
Waymark Code: WMJBA
Views: 18
Long Description:
Waldo Block; Also known as Waldo Building (1886, restored 1984) is located at 201-215 SW Washington and 431-439 SW Second Avenue. The Italianate style, cast-iron facade building has the name "WALDO" above the main entrance (see gallery photo). It was named after Judge John B. Waldo, who served on the Oregon Supreme Court. Underground tunnels connect the building to the waterfront, although all have been blocked off for safety. Note the plaque near the restaurant's entrance.Instructions for logging waymark: A photograph is required that shows you (or your GPS receiver, if you are waymarking solo) and the place or the brass plaque.
Street address:
201-215 SW Washington and 431-439 SW Second Avenue
Portland, Oregon USA
97208
County / Borough / Parish: Multnomah
Year listed: 1982
Historic significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Period of significance: 1875-1899, 1900-1924
Historic function: Commerce/Trade
Current function: Commerce/Trade
Privately owned?: yes
[U.S.] National Register of Historic Places URL: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Website (secondary): Not listed
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