Joe Streckert

Joe Streckert

Joe Streckert is the author of Storied & Scandalous Portland, Oregon: A History of Gambling, Vice, Wits, and Wagers. He writes about books, history, and comics.

Recent Articles

Portland’s Next Top (Architectural) Model

New installation City of Possibility offers a big picture of the city's urban planning history via tiny buildings.

The Mercury's Favorite Culture Moments of 2024

Doing something stupid in Ladds, dressing up for the movies, and finding catharsis at live shows, et al.

The Mercury's Favorite Books of 2024

On this list, revolutionary writings share space with Portland zombies and memories of the Barefoot Contessa

What’s the “Holiday” in Holiday Beers?

Local brewers describe the secret ingredients that put their beers in the holiday spirit.

News Oct 24 9:55 AM

Commissioning Change

Why did Portland decide to adopt its unique commission form of government more than 100 years ago? You can blame a hurricane and lots of corruption.

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Election Guide 2024 Oct 16 3:30 AM

Commissioning Change

How did Portland decide to adopt its unique commission form of government? You can blame a hurricane.

Fall Arts 2024 Sep 12 11:00 AM

You Can’t Capture Arlene
Schnitzer’s Vast Art Legacy

Fountain of Creativity tries to show how a growing city
and artistic scene developed and evolved.

Fall Arts 2024 Sep 5 3:50 AM

You Can’t Capture Arlene Schnitzer’s Vast Art Legacy

Fountain of Creativity tries to show how a growing city and artistic scene developed and evolved.

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History Jul 2 10:00 AM

Tracing the History of Queer Spaces in Portland

Silverado was once Flossie's; Lowensdale Park was once a place to cruise—take a brief dive into a history of our city's queer spaces.

Queer Guide 2024 Jun 13 3:50 AM

Queer Bars in Portland, a History

Silverado was once Flossie's; Lowensdale Park was once a place to cruise—take a brief dive into a history of our city's queer spaces.

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