We hope you will be able to join us as we continue with our Portland Harbor: Behind the Scenes tour and lecture series. We will continue to announce more events in the next couple of weeks, so keep checking back! For pictures and videos, check out our Facebook page.
Less Waste, More World
What do you think of when you think of ports and riverfront industry? Maybe ships and smokestacks? Cranes and trains? Grease and grime? What about turtle and bird habitat? Wetlands and water conservation? Hybrids and solar panels? You might be surprised to hear how Portland’s waterfront businesses are environmental leaders in their industries, shrinking their environmental footprint while connecting Portland people and products with the rest of the world. Learn more about environmental initiatives at several Portland businesses and Port facilities at this fun, interactive lecture.
Location: McMenamin’s St. John’s Theater & Pub, 8203 N. Ivanhoe St., Portland
Date: Wednesday, January 20, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
RSVP: None required.
Wheat and So Much More!
In 1868, just 23 years after a coin toss gave Portland its name, the first overseas shipment of wheat sailed from our harbor to Liverpool, England, establishing our city as an international gateway. Today, the Portland Harbor is the largest wheat export hub in the United States. This is thanks, in large part, to the activities at Columbia Grain, which set a new record last year by handling 4.4 million tons of grain. The company supplies superior quality western grain to service both U.S. domestic markets and export markets worldwide. Supply lines include the western region of the U.S., well known for its high quality wheat, feed grains and pulses. While normally closed to the public, you can take this golden opportunity to see the facility that was recently featured on the popular television show, Modern Marvels.
Location: Columbia Grain
Date: Wednesday, January 27, 4 – 5:30 p.m.
RSVP: RSVP required
Contact: Brooke Berglund, 503.944.7532
Trivial Portsuit – Portland Harbor Trivia
What is a green goat? What is porous pavement? What are reefers? Test your knowledge of Portland’s working waterfront with a friendly trivia competition that utilizes some exciting technology. Much like a game show, each participant gets their own remote control “buzzer” to score big points. It promises to be a fun filled night with cool prizes for those with the most knowledge. Get your game face on and bring your friends to this free event.
Location: McMenamin’s St. John’s Theater & Pub, 8203 N. Ivanhoe St., Portland
Date: Wednesday, February 4, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
RSVP: None required
