Bagdad Theater: Portland Landmark Nears Century of Cinema
By Mia Rodriguez | Published 2026-02-18T10:03:46.510Z
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A Portland landmark, the Bagdad Theater, is celebrating its 97th anniversary this year, marking nearly a century of cinematic history and community engagement, according to McMenamins. Since opening...
A Portland landmark, the Bagdad Theater, is celebrating its 97th anniversary this year, marking nearly a century of cinematic history and community engagement, according to McMenamins. Since opening in 1927, the Bagdad has become an iconic symbol of Portland's unique cultural landscape, blending movie screenings with the McMenamins' signature pub atmosphere. This milestone celebrates the theater's longevity and its enduring role as a gathering place for locals and visitors.
Located on Hawthorne
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