On yesterday's blog, Ken Mac asked about a few more details on the Time and Temperature Building on Congress Street. In 1924, it was 12 stories high, when it was built and called the Chapman Building. It was, perhaps, the first indoor mall in the state. I remember during the 50's, stopping by after basketball games and visiting some of the small shops off the center aisle. The hallway went downhill inside, and I thought that was interesting as heck. In 1964, two additional floors were added and the large flashing sign was attached at the top.Today, most city 'natives' just call it the Time and Temperature Building, and the name(for some reason) has stuck. As you can see, even the owners have incorporated it into the building's name now. If you travel to Portland, you can't miss it. The flashing sign stands above the city.
Very interesting story!
ReplyDeleteI also love the angle in this picture, very well done! :)
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Great view of the downtown streets and the time and temperature building. Interesting!
ReplyDeleteA very cool shot. The name is catchy and......to the point!
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Love the perspective on this but LOVE, HEART, LOVE those window bottles from a few days ago. And the reflection where you can just barely notice the man in the middle. Some great snaps, Birdman!
ReplyDeleteI like the interesting signage to the right.
ReplyDeleteA funny and unusual name, I like it more than Chapman building...
ReplyDeleteI like the signage to the right as well.
ReplyDeleteNice shot. Interesting history too.
ReplyDeleteBut is there still an indoor mall, any kind of retail? I'd like to think so.
ReplyDeletelove the street view, thanks for including all those details about the building,
ReplyDeleteI love all your photos, Birdman!
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