11 Then And Now Photos In Portland That Show Just How Much It Has Changed

So much has changed, but yet many things have stayed the same. Check out these pictures to see what has stood the test of time, and what has not.

The Kennedy School

Now a McMenamins property, the Kennedy School was once a an elementary school and opened its doors in 1915.

Today, while the building is refaced, it looks pretty similar to its original 100 years ago.

Sullivan's Gulch

Sullivan's Gulch was once an area of expansive greenery. Today, the I-84 runs directly to the right of the train line that bisects this undated picture. The freeway, which opened in 1955, was later improved in 1980 to include the MAX light rail to the north. On the far right of the picture, Benson Polytechnic High School is just visible.

This 1964 photo of Lloyd Center shows just how different the sparsely built area looks from today.

In this more recent picture, homes of Sullivan's Gulch are visible.

And here, a more recent skyline view from the same area.

Union Station

Union Station was built in 1896, and today, looks almost exactly the same.

In this recent picture, there are so few differences that it may be difficult to find them.

Jantzen Beach

A big change in the city over time is Jantzen Beach. Opened in 1928, the amusement park was in operation until 1970 and was dubbed the Coney Island of the West.

Featuring four swimming pools, cutting-edge amusement rides, and a grand ballroom, the park saw 30 million visitors during its 42 years in existence.

However, after dwindling attendance, the park closed its doors in 1970, and soon after, the Jantzen Beach Center was opened.

Do you remember Portland looking differently decades ago? Share your memories below.