Nice statue. I believe this is the second largest copper statue in the United States after the Statue of Liberty. I'm impressed by the vexillology that is also used here, since there's a flag of...

Portlandia...I actually think I have heard of the TV show of the same name before hearing the existence of this statue. But the statue definitely came prior to the show. The trident wielding...

Using imagination Portlandia emerged from the sea - all copper - and crouches vigilant on the Portland building. Watching us! Her captivating eyes draw you to a closer look. With one hand reaches...

Visitors to Portland should make a point of checking out Portlandia.  What is it?  An immense copper statue (aka repousse) that sits on top of the entrance to the municipal office building.  It's...

While I've seen this sculpture countless times, I never knew she was called Portlandia! i had always assumed Portlandia originated with the TV show and was a sarcastic description for Portland, a...