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Bill Naito and the Historic Structures He Preserved
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Bill Naito’s name became synonymous with civic leadership, whether it was growing Portland’s urban canopy, revitalizing its downtown, or preserving historic buildings. The son of Japanese immigrants, Bill had to overcome the emotional trauma of a difficult childhood followed by the racism of World War II. Learn about Bill's life and how he became one of Portland's greatest changemakers, with a particular focus on the historic buildings that he preserved. At the forefront of the movement, the National Trust for Historic Preservation called him "an individual who truly made a difference in preservation, in short, a preservation hero." Presented with video and many pictures, the presentation will cover the entirety of Bill's life and a large amount of Portland's history. Presented by Erica Naito-Campbell with a book signing.