DeNorval Unthank Park explained

Unthank Park
Type:Urban park
Location:510 N Shaver St.
Portland, Oregon
Coords:45.5506°N -122.6722°W[1]
Map:Portland
Area:4.56acres
Created:1966
Operator:Portland Parks & Recreation
Status:Open 5 a.m. to midnight daily

DeNorval Unthank Park, commonly known as Unthank Park, is a city park in the Boise neighborhood of Portland, Oregon, United States.

Description and history

Unthank Park is named for DeNorval Unthank, a prominent African American doctor and community leader, who was one of the first black doctors in the state. It was acquired by the City of Portland in 1966 and named for Unthank in 1969.[2] The park was rededicated in June 2011 in a ceremony honoring Unthank.[3] [4]

Amenities include a basketball court, baseball field, playground, and picnic tables.[5] [6]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey . May 26, 2004 . [{{Gnis3|2040268}} DeNorval Unthank City Park ]. June 3, 2017.
  2. Web site: Unthank Park. Portland Parks & Recreation. June 3, 2017.
  3. Web site: North Portland's Unthank Park is rededicated. Koffman, Rebecca. The Oregonian. June 17, 2011. June 3, 2017.
  4. Web site: Unthank Park Re-dedication. Multnomah County. June 24, 2011. June 3, 2017.
  5. Web site: Unthank Park. Travel Portland. June 3, 2017.
  6. Web site: Unthank Park. The Intertwine. June 3, 2017.