OAKS AMUSEMENT PARK

Portland’s Oaks Park is one of the longest running amusement parks in the US. Opened in 1905, to coincide with the Lewis and Clark Exposition, the park was built by the Oregon Water Power and Railway Company to show off the technical marvels of electrical trolleys and lights. Since then, the park has become Portland’s family playground. A free attraction, it’s located on the treelined banks of the Willamette River just south of downtown.

Client: Oaks Park Association
Location: Portland, Oregon
Landscape Architect: Walker Macy
Scope: Wayfinding strategy, signage design

Currently, the board of this non-profit is engaged in redevelopment of the 44 acre site to expand attractions, including picnic areas, and improve wayfinding. Our team is engaged to channel all the fun and spirit of Portland weirdness into this amazing signage opportunity.

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