04/27/2026
Happy ! From Portland's early skyline to one of its most distinctive stays, Woodlark's story is built into every detail.
Originally opened in 1908 as the Cornelius Hotel, the building was designed by renowned architect John Virginius Bennes in the Baroque Revival style. Next door, the Woodlark Building followed in 1912, designed by Doyle, Patterson & Beach and celebrated as one of Portland's earliest skyscrapers.
Known in the 1920s as "The House of Welcome," the two historic buildings came together in 2018 under the Woodlark name, preserving their architectural legacy for a new era.
Inside, Abigail Hall occupies the former Ladies Reception Hall, where suffragist Abigail Scott Duniway once gathered. Original penny-tile floors, hand-painted murals, and timeless design still define the space today.
History, design, and hospitality all under one roof. Discover Portland's historic House of Welcome at the link in bio.