The Historic Kenton Firehouse, dedicated in 1913, was the first city-built station in North Portland. The facility, with its distinctive Second Renaissance revival architecture, was built on land donated by a subsidiary of the Swift Meat Company.

Used by the city until 1959, the firehouse was designated an historical landmark in 1976 and awarded by the City of Portland into foster care of neighborhood volunteers in 1977.

The Firehouse has been a catalyst for public and private improvements in the neighborhood, and is used for North Portland family, community and business gatherings. The main room used to house the hose wagon and the kitchen, and the horses. The firemen were housed upstairs where the North Portland Neighborhood Services office is located.

Rent out the Historic Kenton firehouse for your private events!

Private Parties and Fund Raisers - Weddings and Receptions
Community Events - Business Meetings/Workshops

Capacity for the main room is 50 plus. Rental includes tables and chairs, a kitchen and Naturescaped courtyard.

Rental rates:

$50 per hour (minimum 3-hour rental)

All rentals require a $250 refundable security and damages deposit.
Activities must be over by 11 p.m.

Call (503)823-0215 or (503)285-2148 for further information and to arrange a tour. Ask about the discount for non-profit and community organizations.

The Historic Kenton Firehouse is conveniently located off I-5, West Lombard and North Denver Avenue at: 8105 N. Brandon Street