October is Archives Month! The Multnomah County Archives preserves the history, organization, functions, and activities of the Multnomah County government from its formation on December 22, 1854 to the present day. These are the records of our history as a community. Our goal is to expand public awareness and access.
This image is from the Columbia River development drawings, 1970. Creator Robert N. Royston, an American landscape architect and a University of California, Berkeley, professor. He was recognized internationally for his public projects in addition to designs for residences and gardens. More of his work is also preserved at the Environmental Design Archives at University of California, Berkeley. While this specific plan was not executed, it lives on in the archives.
You can view more from this collection on our digital collections website: https://multco.access.preservica.com