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The heartwarming story behind Portland's wishing tree — and the thousands of dreams hanging from its branches
The heartwarming story behind Portland's wishing tree — and the thousands of dreams hanging from its branches
The heartwarming story behind Portland's wishing tree — and the thousands of dreams hanging from its branches

Published on: 05/20/2026

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For more than a decade, this chestnut tree on NE 7th Ave. in Portland has collected wishes from strangers.

Traditionally, wishes are made over wells, typically accompanying a coin tossed in. The concept of the “wishing well” dates back at least to the Bronze Age.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/trending/2026/05/this-portland-tree-holds-10-years-of-wishes-from-strangers-and-reading-them-reveals-something-profound.html

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