The Hawthorne District,
located in Southeast Portland, runs along Hawthorne Avenue from about
11th to 55th Avenues. Hawthorne is made up by the Buckman,
Ladd's Addition,
Hosford-Abernathy,
Sunnyside,
Mt. Tabor and
Richmond
neighborhoods. As Hawthorne is not officially recognized as an single
neighborhood, be sure to also check the neighborhood pages for any of
these other areas for more information.
To view additional
Neighborhood Maps of this area, check the neighborhood names listed
above.
Undoubtedly, Hawthorne is
one of the most unique, and most popular areas in Southeast Portland.
The area is known for its wonderful restored Old Portland homes,
liberal residents, and fun and funky feel. The street is lined with
unique restaurants and shops, and has a definite Portland-local flair.
There are a lot of words
you could use to describe the locals who live in the Hawthorne
District; activist, environmentalist, educated, opinionated, hippie,
hipster, Gen X-er, entrepreneur...and more. However you choose to
describe it, though, this neighborhood is fun, friendly, and worth a
visit.
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