This history of the neighborhood plays a vital part in the identity of its residents. If you have lived in the neighborhood for many years, the neighborhood history is a heartfelt reminder of days gone by. If you have just come to call the neighborhood home, it is a way to learn more about the new community you have joined. We would love nothing more than to be able to share the history of neighborhood name with all who reside there. If you are interested in writing a brief history of the neighborhood to share with the community, please contact us! |
- Sellwood-Moreland HistoryThe Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood began as the 1847 land claim of Henderson Llewelling who used the land to raise experimental strains of fruit. After Llewelling died in 1866, the 320 acre property was purchased by Rev. John Sellwood. In 1882, Sellwood sold 160 acres to several investors who laid out the town of Sellwood. Sellwood was incorporated in 1887 and then merged with Portland five years later. By the mid 1880's, the population of Sellwood had reached 500 and by the 1890's had two hotels, three shoemakers, two grocers, two saloons, a druggist, dressmaker and brewery. In 1892 the Oregon City Electric Motor Line ran through Sellwood's 13th Avenue. The Sellwood bridge was constructed in 1925.
- How Sellwood Got its NameIt comes from Rev. John Sellwood, an Episcopal minister who held the land for a few years.
- How Eastmoreland Got its NameEastmoreland got its name from Julius Caesar Moreland, a successful real estate developer and also a prominent county judge.
