Generations of Oregonians have fond memories of the downtown Portland Meier & Frank department store’s Santaland. A ride on the iconic Monorail and a chance to sit on Santa’s lap became a Christmas tradition for many families. Following the closure of Macy’s downtown store (which purchased Meier & Frank in 2005), a small number of items from Santaland were donated to the Oregon Historical Society and the Portland Business Alliance.

In what has become a holiday tradition at the Oregon Historical Society, we are excited to welcome visitors back to OHS’s version of Santaland after missing the 2020 holiday season due to COVID-19. Come share in the holiday cheer with a visit to this nostalgic display, featuring Santa’s chair, Rudolph, animatronic elves, a decorated Christmas tree, and a model of the famous monorail.

On exhibit through January 3, 2022.