Visitors Information Center (Portland, Oregon)
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Portland, Oregon
Visitors Information Center | |
Portland Historic Landmark[1] | |
 View from the approximate alignment of the former Harbor Drive | |
  Location of the Visitors Information Center in Portland | |
| Location | 1020 SW Naito Parkway Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 45°30′54″N 122°40′24″W / 45.514969°N 122.673253°W |
| Built | 1948 |
| Architect | John Yeon[a] |
| Architectural style | International style, with Northwest Regional style influences |
| NRHP reference No. | 10000801 |
| Added to NRHP | September 24, 2010[3] |
The Visitors Information Center, also known as the Rose Building, is a historic building located on Naito Parkway in downtown Portland, Oregon, United States. Built in 1948, it is noted as a prominent product of its architect John Yeon. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
In this, his only major non-residential commission, Yeon combined the principles of the International style with strong influences of the Northwest Regional style, which he pioneered. Northwest Regional elements include the naturally-inspired color scheme, the use of plywood walls and louvered ventilation panels, and concern for the site's unique views.[2]
The building has served as a chamber of commerce office and information center, city offices, a restaurant, and the headquarters of the Portland Rose Festival. Originally situated adjacent to a freeway in a highly developed waterfront district, the Visitors Information Center was subsequently retained when Tom McCall Waterfront Park was developed around it. It now stands within the park.[2]
