Portland in Multnomah County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army
Into a second century of caring
1886- 1986
On this site the Salvation Army commenced its work on October 3, 1886
Erected 1986.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Churches & Religion. A significant historical date for this entry is October 3, 1886.
Location. 45° 31.355′ N, 122° 40.593′ W. Marker is in Portland, Oregon, in Multnomah County. Marker is at the intersection of SW 6th Ave and SW Pine Street, on the left when traveling south on SW 6th Ave. The marker is in front of the U.S. Bancorp Tower, also known as the “Big Pink”. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 111 SW 6th Ave, Portland OR 97204, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Dekum Building (approx. ¼ mile away); The Telegram Building, 1922 (approx. 0.3 miles away); In Remembrance of the United States Battleship Oregon (approx. 0.3 miles away); The Willamette Stone (approx. 3.2 miles away); a different marker also named The Willamette Stone (approx. 3.2 miles away); Vanport (approx. 5.2 miles away); Ilchee (approx. 6.6 miles away in Washington); A River of Settlers (approx. 6.7 miles away in Washington). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Portland.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 29, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 19, 2023, by Rev. Ronald Irick of West Liberty, Ohio. This page has been viewed 77 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 19, 2023, by Rev. Ronald Irick of West Liberty, Ohio. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.