Eliot, Portland, Oregon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eliot
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| City | Portland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.84 sq mi (2.17 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,299 |
| • Density | 3,937/sq mi (1,520/km2) |
| Housing | |
| • No. of households | 1500 |
| • Occupancy rate | 93% occupied |
| • Owner-occupied | 494 households (33%) |
| • Renting | 1006 households (67%) |
| • Avg. household size | 2.20 persons |
Eliot is a lively neighborhood located in the northern and northeastern parts of Portland, Oregon. It's bordered by the Willamette River to the west, NE Fremont Street to the north, NE 7th Avenue to the east, and NE/N Broadway to the south.
This area used to be the heart of a separate place called the City of Albina. Portland later took over Albina in the late 1800s. The Eliot neighborhood got its name from Rev. Thomas L. Eliot, who was an important minister in the early days of the city.
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Schools in Eliot
The Eliot neighborhood is home to several schools that serve its young residents.
Local Schools
- Boise-Eliot/Humboldt Elementary School
- Harriet Tubman Middle School
- Jefferson High School
Parks and Green Spaces
Eliot offers nice parks where people can relax and play.
Neighborhood Parks
- Lillis-Albina Park
- Dawson Park
Interesting Places to Visit
The Eliot neighborhood has some cool spots that are worth checking out.
Wonder Ballroom
The Wonder Ballroom is a popular place for concerts and other events. You can find it at 128 NE Russell Street. This building was finished in 1914. It was originally a meeting spot for a group called the Ancient Order of Hibernians. In 2004, the building was added to the National Register of Historic Places, which means it's recognized for its important history.
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center is a very important hospital. It is one of only two hospitals in Oregon that can handle the most serious injuries. This type of hospital is called a Level I Trauma Center. The hospital first opened in 1912 as Emanuel Hospital. It was started by the First Immanuel Lutheran Church of Portland.
In 1972, the hospital expanded, which meant about 300 homes and businesses in the area were moved. Many of these homes belonged to Black families who had lived in the area since the City of Albina was founded. These families and their descendants later formed groups like the Emanuel Displaced Persons Association to keep their community's history alive.
