The Bagdad Theater, Portland

May 25, 2019

An icon of Portland’s Hawthorne District, the Bagdad Theater, located at 3702 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., opened its doors in 1927. With its grand, Moorish-revival architecture, it was designed as an “Oasis for Entertainment.” The theater is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and famously hosted the world premiere of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest in 1975. Today, it’s operated by McMenamins as a popular theater pub, continuing its legacy as a landmark of Portland culture.

The Laurelhurst Theater, Portland

December 14, 2017

Opened in 1923 at 2735 E Burnside St, the Laurelhurst Theater was designed by Walter Tebbetts, the same architect behind Portland’s Hollywood and Oriental Theatres. Originally a 700-seat, single-screen cinema, it was praised as one of the city’s most modern suburban movie houses.

After struggling to compete with multiplexes in the 1980s, the theater was purchased and renovated in 2000. Today, the Laurelhurst is a beloved four-screen cinema pub that shows second-run films and serves pizza and local microbrews, earning it numerous “Best of” awards from local publications.

The Fireside - NW 23rd, Portland

November 3, 2014

Located in the heart of Portland’s vibrant NW 23rd district, The Fireside is a cozy retreat that celebrates the bounty of the Pacific Northwest. With a focus on local, organic farms and ranches, the menu offers a true taste of the region. You can find this welcoming neighborhood spot at 801 NW 23rd Ave, where it has become a go-to for everything from weekend brunch to casual hangouts.

Hollywood Theatre, Portland

May 6, 2015

The Hollywood Theatre is a landmark cinema in Portland’s Hollywood District. Opened in 1926 as a vaudeville and silent film palace, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has become a beloved cultural institution. This photo captures its iconic marquee and ornate facade, which have graced Northeast Sandy Boulevard for nearly a century.

In 1997, the theater was purchased by a non-profit organization dedicated to its preservation and the celebration of film. Today, it operates as a community-focused cinema, renowned for its diverse programming, classic film restorations, and its status as the only theater in Oregon equipped for 70mm projection. The Hollywood Theatre stands as a testament to the enduring magic of the movie-going experience, located at 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR.