Jamison Square Park
Urban plaza in Portland featuring interactive fountain
Portland's Jamison Square features a public fountain plaza and seasonal splash area in the Pearl District; visitors stop for family-friendly water play, nearby food carts and quick access to galleries and shops.
Jamison Square at a Glance#
Address: Jamison Square, NW 11th & Lovejoy, Pearl District, Portland, OR
Hours: Daily 6:00am-10:00pm
Admission: Free
About Jamison Square#
Jamison Square is a small urban plaza in Portland’s Pearl District known for its hardscape, lawn and a shallow interactive fountain. It was created as part of the neighborhood’s redevelopment and functions as a local gathering and play space.
The plaza’s main feature is an engineered fountain area with low jets and stone terraces that operate seasonally and attract families and passersby. Nearby seating, a small lawn and a play area make it a compact city park used for casual recreation and neighborhood events.
Jamison Square was developed during the Pearl District’s conversion from industrial to mixed-use residential and commercial blocks and is maintained as a public urban plaza. Landscaping and water features are designed for year-round urban use, with the fountain operating in warm months only.
The square sits in the Pearl District, a short walk northwest of downtown Portland and within the city’s dense mixed-use neighborhood.
- Seasonal fountain: Features a seasonal, interactive water plaza popular with families and children during warm months.
- Pearl District location: Located in the Pearl District, close to galleries, shops and a short walk northwest of downtown Portland.
What to See#
- Fountain plaza: A shallow interactive fountain plaza with jets and stone terraces that operates seasonally and doubles as informal play space for children in warm months.
- Play area: A small landscaped lawn and play area used for neighborhood gatherings and events within the Pearl District redevelopment.
How to Get to Jamison Square#
Jamison Square is in Portland’s Pearl District, easily reached on foot from downtown or by TriMet light rail (Yellow/Green lines to the Old Town/Chinatown station, then a short walk west). Street parking is limited; cycling is convenient with nearby bike lanes.
Tips for Visiting Jamison Square#
- Go late afternoon to see the fountain's jets and the little artificial stream at its best.
- Stand on the raised plaza to watch children's shoes disappear as they step into the shallow pool-its slippery tiles are part of the ritual.
- Visit in winter for the surrounding Pearl District galleries and cafes if the fountain is drained.
Best Time to Visit Jamison Square#
Late spring through early fall is the best time to experience the fountain and outdoor life in the Pearl District.
Weather & Climate near Jamison Square#
Jamison Square's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 1°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (998 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 1° - 8° | 2° | 146 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 2° - 10° | 4° | 114 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 4° - 13° | 7° | 100 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 5° - 16° | 11° | 71 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 20° | 14° | 58 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 11° - 23° | 17° | 41 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 27° | 20° | 18 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 12° - 27° | 20° | 23 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 24° | 17° | 43 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 18° | 12° | 76 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 11° | 6° | 149 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 1° - 7° | 2° | 159 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
