Pittock Mansion is a look back at Portland's history. The family home of the influential Pittock family, one of the city's founding families, the home and grounds are now open to the public. The historical home, which was a private residence well into the last century, is set amidst some of Portland's most popular hiking trails and picnic grounds. The former home includes rooms that have been restored into their original time period as well as exhibition rooms with rotating exhibits that tell stories of Portland's past.
Best and worst time to go to Pittock Mansion
The area surrounding the Pittock Mansion is filled with hiking trails and weekend warriors on bike rides. Avoid visiting on weekends if possible and aim for a quiet afternoon during the week so that you can explore both the home and the grounds at your leisure. Rainy days are best because the home tour is indoors and there will be far few hikers and bikers to hit on your way up to the mansion.
Must see/do at Pittock Mansion
Although it can be tempting to skip the admission fee and tour the grounds, go ahead and pay the fee and explore the mansion's many rooms. From kitchens to bedrooms, each room has been recreated to look and feel like it would have been when it the home was built in 1914. If available, take a guided tour to get more details about the mansion's historical relevance in Portland as well as the family. Guided tours are random, according to volunteer availability and the number of visitors to the mansion.
Admission to Pittock Mansion
Admission to Pittock Mansion is free for members and then varies in price according to age.
Parking and public transportation to Pittock Mansion
Free parking is available outside of the mansion, part of the Pittock Acres Park. The Pittock Mansion is also accessible via Tri-Met bus, but there is an uphill hike of half a mile from the bus stop on West Burnside to the mansion itself.
Food at Pittock Mansion
Due to the small size, there are no dining options at Pittock Mansion. However, the beautiful grounds and stunning views have made Pittock Mansion a favorite place for picnics.
Insider tips for visitors to Pittock Mansion
If you plan a trip to Pittock Mansion, also take time to explore the surrounding hiking trails and have a picnic. There is also a gatekeeper's cottage, which is only open when there is a volunteer, so if it is open during your visit, be sure to check it out. Before you go, search local coupon sites for discounts on admission prices.
Author's bio: Carly Zinderman is a freelance writer from Los Angeles that loves to travel. She has written for many websites on topics including travel, food and drink.
On land inhabited by the Coast Miwok as many as 12,000 years ago, Mill Valley spawned from a Mexican government land grant to set up Rancho Corte Madera del Presidio on a wide swath of Southern Marin. The grant was issued in 1834 to John Thomas Reed, who built the town's namesake sawmill in Old Mill Park to provide lumber for the new military post being built in the Presidio in San Francisco.
The town was incorporated in September 1900, and the first Town Hall was constructed seven years later. By 1910, the town's population was 2,500 and has only grown to 13,200, as of 2008. The current City Hall was built in 1937. Public buildings and facilities opened throughout the decades, but City Hall remained the hub for local government.
While the Public Safety Building, constructed in the 1970s, is home to the city's police and fire departments, most city agencies are housed at City Hall. City Manager Jim McCann coordinates all city departments through eight department directors, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Director of Planning and Building, Public Works Director, Finance and Human Resources Director, Parks and Recreation Director, City Librarian, and the General Manager of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Opened in 2003, this 69,000 square-foot facility includes a fitness center, gym, indoor track, exercise studios, outdoor terrace and multipurpose room. Gymnasium and room rentals, including gym or audio-visual equipment, are available for $30 to $100 per hour. The rec center also houses a pro shop and food concessions.
Built in 1985, San Mateo City Hall houses the City Council chambers as well as the City Manager's office, the City Clerk's office and several other important administrative offices. San Mateo residents are welcome to drop in during normal business hours and file papers or gather needed information -- and they are encouraged to come to the council chambers on those evenings (generally the first and third Mondays of every month, beginning at 5 p.m.) where the people's business is discussed and decided.
On land inhabited by the Coast Miwok as many as 12,000 years ago, Mill Valley spawned from a Mexican government land grant to set up Rancho Corte Madera del Presidio on a wide swath of Southern Marin. The grant was issued in 1834 to John Thomas Reed, who built the town's namesake sawmill in Old Mill Park to provide lumber for the new military post being built in the Presidio in San Francisco.
The town was incorporated in September 1900, and the first Town Hall was constructed seven years later. By 1910, the town's population was 2,500 and has only grown to 13,200, as of 2008. The current City Hall was built in 1937. Public buildings and facilities opened throughout the decades, but City Hall remained the hub for local government.
While the Public Safety Building, constructed in the 1970s, is home to the city's police and fire departments, most city agencies are housed at City Hall. City Manager Jim McCann coordinates all city departments through eight department directors, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Director of Planning and Building, Public Works Director, Finance and Human Resources Director, Parks and Recreation Director, City Librarian, and the General Manager of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Originally opened in 1959, the Greensboro Coliseum Complex in Greensboro, North Carolina, is home to one of the most famous arenas in the South. With seating for 23,000 in the main arena, it is also one of the largest arenas in the world. The Complex is also home to several different performance spaces, both indoor and outdoor, and is a center for activity most of the year.
Greensboro Coliseum Complex Parking
There are over 6,000 parking spaces on the grounds and prices can range between $5 and $20 depending on the event. Parking is first-come, first-serve and can accommodate buses, limos and overnight RV parking for select events. Also, bring cash to the event as you can't pay with cards.
Hotels Near The Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Most of the hotels near the Complex are less than a mile down W Gate City Blvd at the I-40 intersection. Prices go from $50 to $200 most nights for over 20 hotels. You have the Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons and the Red Roof Inn Greensboro Coliseum if you want the best deals among many others.
Seating At The Greensboro Coliseum Complex
In the main 23,000-seat arena there aren't many bad seats, even in the upper deck. Centered seats are preferable for the event you're attending, especially for families. For the auditorium, the upper deck offers a great view of everything. In the amphitheater the grass seating is great for relaxing families on a budget.
Food at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex
A litany of food options are available at the complex. Speciality items are in the main arena like Tournament Town Grille and Hot Dog Nation. Dessert items like Dippin' Dots are also available for a premium stadium price.
Beer at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex
The complex has a variety of domestic and import beers available. Prices tend to be around $7-10 per beer but specials can be found at select events such as UNCG Men's Basketball games.
Parking Alternatives At The Greensboro Coliseum Complex
With the complex being in downtown Greensboro, there isn't many parking alternatives. Taxi services are plenty and Amtrak has a stop 3 miles from the Complex. The Greensboro Transit Authority also has buses than run to the Complex most hours of the day for small fees.
What to Bring to the Greensboro Coliseum Complex
For the indoor venues (main arena, auditorium, theater, etc), you might want to bring some decent walking shoes as the main concourse is lengthy. For the amphitheater, if you want to sit on the grassy knoll, a blanket to sit on would be recommended. The Complex does limit the items you can bring in.
Insider Tip for the Greensboro Coliseum Complex
If you have some extra time, visit the ACC Hall of Champions near Special Events Center Hall A. As the host of the ACC Basketball Tournament for years, the hall offers a glimpse into the storied history of the ACC Tournament in the most famous arena to host it.
Author's bio: Thomas Sherrill is a mountain man trying to make his living in Boone, North Carolina.?
Since 1974, Skatium has been owned and operated by Haverford Township. Skatium hosts school hockey leagues, public skating, and also offers meeting room rental and birthday party packages. Please view their Web site for special group rates and discounts.
The City Hall for Culver City -- "The Heart of Screenland" -- is the center of municipal administration and many of the city's services. The offices and departments here include: the city attorney, city clerk, community development, credit union, enforcement services, finance department, fire department, human resources, information technology, parks, recreation, community services, police department, public works and transportation. A full directory of departments and staff is available on the website. This building opened in 1995, replacing the original City Hall that was built in 1928.
Check the City's main calendar for City Council meetings, minutes, activities, and the City Hall schedule.
Sunken Gardens, which began its meandering history more than one hundred years ago, is a botanical garden that houses some of the oldest and most exotic plants and flowers in St. Petersburg. Located near route 275, Sunken Gardens offers horticulture classes, and is a great location for weddings, garden tours, special events and field trips. Sunken Gardens' waterfalls are beautiful and the walking paths will take you away from the daily grind.
The Troy Public Library has grown from a collection of 1,000 books to a 40,000-square-foot facility with more than 320,000 items available for checkout. The library moved to its current location in 1971 and circulates more than a million items annually. The Troy Public Library is part of the Suburban Library Cooperative.
In addition to books, the Troy Public Library houses a Teen Resource Center, a children's room and a computer center and offers a Special Needs Collection, audio and video media, digital books, several classes and reading programs, as well as services for job seekers and access to e-resources.
The Troy Public Library continually ranks among the top libraries by Hennen's American Public Library Rating Index for libraries serving populations of 50,000 or more and has received awards from the Library of Michigan and the American Library Association.