Skating rink at Lloyd Center, Portland OR 1963

This authentic 1960s color photograph, captured in 1963, provides a lively view of the central ice skating rink at Lloyd Center in Portland, Oregon. The archival image highlights the mall’s unique open-air design, featuring a large public rink where children and adults are seen skating. A curved pedestrian bridge with a dark metal railing spans the rink, crowded with spectators looking down at the activity below. The background features the sophisticated multi-level storefront of Meier & Frank, characterized by large glass windows and elegant cursive signage. Other visible retailers include Candies and a glimpse of the Woolworth wing. The architecture is defined by massive white square columns and tan textured concrete panels, typical of the mid-century modern aesthetic. Lloyd Center was a pioneer in retail entertainment, and its ice rink remained a beloved community landmark for decades. While the mall was eventually enclosed and the Meier & Frank brand was succeeded by Macy’s (which closed this location in 2017), the skating rink continues to operate as a centerpiece of the complex today. This factual record preserves the social vibrancy and innovative urban planning of the Pacific Northwest during the early sixties. All our images are available as royalty-free instant downloads for use in books, media, and creative projects – or make your own prints for home, work, or as a truly unique gift.