Early History Topics

Private Club Initiative and Support

Learn about the original founders lead the initiative to bring municipal golf links to Portland through private donations with citizen oversight and management.

Portland Parks & Recreation

Learn about the municipal links project that launched PP&R vision for public recreation, leading Portland to initiate a national campaign in 1932 describing Portland as Golf City, U.S.A.

The Architect: H. Chandler Egan

Learn about H. Chandler Egan one of the most influential golfers in American history, winner of 1904 team gold for golf, US Amatuer, Western Amatuer and renowned architect of many premier golf courses in Oregon.