Known as one of the hippest communities in Portland, the Pearl District bursts with vibrancy, offering locals a one-stop shop for galleries that reflect years of artistic trends and an array of popular local eateries that span the world's different regional flavors. Remnants of the district's past, including cobblestone pathways and loading docks, offer reminders that this community was once a railroad and warehouse district. Now, many of these older warehouses have been converted into artistic spaces or housing opportunities, reflecting this neighborhood's commitment to repurposing spaces.