| Portland is home to a number of distinct, | | | | Mall, the Den of Antiquity has been providing |
| eclectic neighborhoods. The Pearl offers | | | | the Sellwood area with gorgeous furniture and |
| ritzy, high-class boutiques and restaurants. | | | | collectibles for over thirty-five years. The |
| Downtown is great for bar hopping. Northeast | | | | Den features an ever-changing roster of |
| Alberta and Mississippi are home to a | | | | knick-knacks just waiting to be rediscovered. |
| flourishing arts scene. The Hawthorne | | | | Farmhouse Antiques is a collection of eight |
| district overflows with funky shops and | | | | different dealers operating under one roof. |
| colorful characters. But if you are looking | | | | From pottery to jewelry to old-time |
| for safety, personality and community charm, | | | | postcards, Farmhouse is a great example of |
| look no further than Sellwood. | | | | what can be accomplished when like-minded |
| | | | business people work together towards a |
| Nestled right next to the Willamette River in | | | | single end. |
| Southeast Portland, Sellwood is the place to | | | | |
| be for quaint, locally-owned businesses, | | | | The antiquing adventure doesn't end there, |
| beautiful historic homes, and a strong, | | | | either. Kathryn's Antiques features ornate |
| nostalgic sense of community. Sellwood and | | | | and beautiful glassware - a lot of it. R. |
| the adjoining Moreland neighborhoods are | | | | Spencer Antiques focuses on buying and |
| family-friendly and feature a number of | | | | selling locally, and the Raven is home to |
| different architectural styles, from | | | | some of Portland's most interesting - and |
| Victorian homes to cozy cottages and | | | | dangerous - military antiques. Oh, and then |
| bungalows. The streets are cool and the air | | | | there's the Sellwood Antique Collective and |
| fresh thanks to the many trees that dot the | | | | the Sellwood Antique Mall. Over eighty |
| sidewalks. It isn't uncommon to see families | | | | dealers work out of these two locations, so |
| out for an evening stroll or a group of kids | | | | there's little chance you won't find exactly |
| playing a pick-up game of basketball some | | | | what you need and, as is often the case, a |
| Saturday morning. The area exudes | | | | few things you don't. |
| friendliness and safety; it's no wonder, | | | | |
| then, that prospective home-owners are vying | | | | After you've worn yourself out antiquing, |
| for spots in this beautiful piece of the | | | | make sure to take in the natural beauty of |
| Pacific Northwest. | | | | one of Sellwood's many serene parks. The Oaks |
| | | | Bottom Wildlife Refuge is over 140 acres of |
| The beauty and safety of its neighborhoods | | | | beautiful wetlands dedicated to the |
| aren't the only characteristics attracting | | | | preservation of some of the area's most |
| home-buyers and new families to Sellwood. The | | | | precious wildlife. Both the Sellwood |
| vast array of locally-owned restaurants and | | | | Riverfront Park and the Sellwood Park offer |
| retail shops are certainly sweetening the | | | | fresh air and the chance for plenty of |
| deal. The Ugly Mug Coffeehouse is Sellwood's | | | | exercise. Sellwood Park features baseball, |
| premiere alternative coffee source. Featuring | | | | football, soccer and softball fields, |
| fresh espresso and pastries, beer, wine, and | | | | basketball and tennis courts, picnic areas |
| a relaxed, welcoming environment, the Ugly | | | | and plenty of native Oregon vegetation. |
| Mug is the perfect spot to crack open a book | | | | Sellwood also offers the natural beauty and |
| or catch up with an old friend. The Grand | | | | family fun of such destination spots as the |
| Central Bakery is another great option for a | | | | Sellwood Community Garden, the Sellwood Pool, |
| fresh cup of coffee or delicious baked | | | | the Eastmoreland Golf Course and the Crystal |
| treats. They also do lunch, offering a | | | | Springs Rhododendron Garden. Sellwood is also |
| variety of freshly prepared sandwiches on | | | | home to the Westmoreland Casting Pond, |
| their own marvelous bread. Try Assagio if | | | | historically used for the Rose Festival Milk |
| you're looking for more of an elegant dinner | | | | Carton Boat Race event. It is frequently used |
| option. Featuring gourmet Italian food and | | | | by remote control boat hobbyists as well as |
| wine, Assagio is the perfect choice for an | | | | for casting. |
| intimate evening for two. And who could | | | | |
| resist Papa Hayden's, specializing in over | | | | If you are looking for non-stop noise |
| proportioned, gourmet luscious desserts. | | | | pollution, antisocial or downright rude |
| | | | neighbors, and the general hustle and bustle |
| Sellwood is also well-known for its seemingly | | | | of big city living, then Sellwood may not be |
| endless supply of antique shops. Whether you | | | | the best part of town for you. But if what |
| are looking to furnish a whole room or simply | | | | you're seeking are quiet streets, amicable |
| find that perfect finishing detail, | | | | residents, quaint local retail and fare, and |
| Sellwood's antique options will not | | | | an overall sense of nostalgic charm, look no |
| disappoint. If you can't find what you're | | | | further. You are already right at home. |
| looking for in the infamous Stars Antique | | | | |