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Just Out
Just Out was the most important queer publication in Portland history.


Clinton St. Quarterly
The Quarterly was an arts-forward publication in the 1980s with a journalistic soul.


1970 PSU Student Strike
This “PSU Strike Book” conveys the events of the May 11, 1970 as told by students.


One Dollar Magazine
One Dollar was founded as an arts and entertainment magazine for Portland in 1973.


Wall to Wall Soul Collection
This collection by Albina Music Trust highlights music posters and advertising from North Portland between 1960s to 1980.


Doug Lynch
Doug Lynch was one of the most prominent mid-century designers in Portland and man behind the Portland flag.


The Portland Scribe
The Portland Scribe was an underground/counterculture newspaper from 1972 – 1975.


Joe Erceg
Joe Erceg enjoyed an over five decade-long career as a designer and is most known for his work with University of Portland.


Transit Collection
A visual collection of the graphic design and illustration work promoting Portland's transportation systems.


Vanport Collection
A visual collection of the graphic design and illustration work supporting Vanport.


Restaurant Collection
A visual collection of the graphic design and illustration work from Portland restaurants.


LGBTQ+ Community Collection
A visual collection of the graphic design and illustration work from Portland's LGBTQ+ community.


Amusement Park Collection
A visual collection of the graphic design and illustration work promoting Portland's amusement parks.


Rose Festival Collection
A visual collection of the graphic design and illustration work promoting the Portland Rose Festival.


Sports Collection
A visual collection of the graphic design and illustration work promoting Portland's athletic teams.


Richard H. Wiley
The story of Portland’s most prolific and pioneering illustrator


Isaka Shamsud-Din
Isaka Shamsud-Din is an artist, educator, and activist known for his projects celebrating the Black community.


Peter Corvallis
Peter Corvallis had a lifelong career in photography, film, and production


Charles Politz
Charles Politz was a prominent designer for many decades known for his expressive line drawings, logo design and cheeky holiday cards.


Jantzen
Starting in 1910, Jantzen was a brand that defined the swimsuit, and boosted Portland's reputation as a hub for sportswear.


Rupert Kinnard
Rupert Kinnard has been an illustrator, cartoonist, art director, activist and leader in Portland’s LGBTQ+ community since the 1970s.


Mark Norrander
Mark Norrander is an artist and designer who founded Borders Perrin and Norrander (BPN), a prominent Portland advertising firm. He is now an


Bennet Norrbo
Bennet Norrbo was a prominent designer and illustrator in the 1960s working for brands like Jantzen and Pendleton.


Marilyn Holsinger
Marilyn Holsinger was a talented calligrapher and designer in Portland and San Francisco before becoming a designer and instructor at OSU.
About the Archive
This project was founded by Melissa Delzio and has been supported by Portland State University and PNCA students.

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