Archives & Records Management

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The Archives and Records Management Division operates the City of Portland Archives and Records Center, making city administrative and historical records accessible to the public and City employees for research and inspection in accordance with Oregon's public records laws.
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City Archives (Historical Records)

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Search City Records (Efiles)

Online Exhibits

Online Exhibits

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Oral Histories

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Records Management for City Employees

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City of Portland Archives & Records Center

parc@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-865-4100

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City of Portland Archives & Records Center

1800 SW 6th Avenue
5th floor, Suite 550
Portland, OR 97201
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Hours: In-person research at the Portland Archives & Records Center is currently available on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday by appointment only. Contact the Archives to make an appointment by calling 503-865-4100 or emailing PARC@portlandoregon.gov.
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Mailing address

P.O. Box 9072
Portland, OR 97207

Events

Building Bridges: A City Archives Open House

Join the Archives & Records Management Division in celebration of American Archives Month at Building Bridges: A City Archives Open House, on October 12th, 2024, from 2:00 - 5:00 pm where you’ll learn about the City's vast collection of Portland history!

2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Building Bridges: A City Archives Open House. Join us! October 12, 2 to 5 pm. Logo of the Portland City Auditor: Archives & Records Management
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