Benson Bubblers
Buildings & Monuments
Downtown
Art, History
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Benson Bubblers
Lumber Baron Legacy Bubbles On
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1120 SW Fifth Ave Rm 600 (Portland Water Bureau) Portland, OR |
+1 503 823 7404 |
Description
These public drinking fountains are like no others in the world. They were originally installed in 1912 with money from lumber baron Simon Benson, who hoped his workers might drink water instead of beer. Legend has it that bar sales became about half of what they were before the Benson Bubblers. The bronze mini-fountains still flow today. Try the clean taste of our local water. There are 50 of them located throughout the
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 5am-10pm, dailyNotes: Though the bubblers can be viewed 24hrs a day, water only flows through these historic pipes from 5am to 10pm, daily. Water to the fountains may also be turned off to prevent freezing during winter months.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
MAX: Downtown stops
Best Modes of Transportation:
Walking
Notes: These historical fountains are all over the downtown area and are best viewed on foot.
Parking Availability: Limited
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
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