Oregon boasts a vibrant arts scene with numerous destinations that appeal to art lovers. Key locations include the Portland Art Museum, known for its extensive collections and special exhibitions. The Portland Japanese Garden offers a tranquil space with Japanese art and design along with the other beautiful gardens in Oregon. The Oregon Coast offers art trails and galleries, while the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria preserves maritime history.
- Portland Art Museum: A large museum with a vast collection of art from various periods and styles, including Northwest and Native American art. It’s currently undergoing renovations, but still hosts special exhibitions.
- Portland Japanese Garden: Located in Washington Park, this garden is a stunning example of Japanese garden design and provides a serene environment to appreciate art and nature.
- Columbia River Maritime Museum (Astoria): A must-visit for those interested in maritime history, with exhibits on Astoria’s connection to the river and the coast.
- RiverSea Gallery (Astoria): Features artwork from regional and national artists, with a focus on diverse media.
- Freed Gallery (Lincoln City): Showcases contemporary art, including glass, fabric, and kinetic art.
- Alberta Street Gallery (Portland): A great spot to browse local artwork.
- Blue Sky Gallery (Portland): Dedicated to photographic arts.
- Russo Lee Gallery (Portland): Features high-quality work by both established and emerging artists.
Art Trails and Natural Beauty
- Oregon Coast Public Art Trail: A self-guided tour of public art installations along the coast, including murals, sculptures, and mosaics.
- Let the Oregon Mural Trail inspire you to get outside and experience the wonders of our communities. Search Oregon Mural Trail on our blog
- Lincoln City Art Trail: Focuses on art and galleries within Lincoln City.
- Seaside Mural Trail: Features murals throughout Seaside.
- Big Art Walking Tour Hood River
- Painted Hills – The Painted Hills Unit in Central Oregon are distinguished by varied stripes of red, tan, orange, and black, this area preserves a sequence of past climate change.
Oregon Association of Independent Inns are ready to share Oregon with you: it’s environment, culture, and heritage. Combine gracious hospitality with ambiance at an inspected and approved member of the Oregon Association of Independent Inns.
Gift certificates are no longer available for purchase through our organization. We encourage you to contact our member inns directly to purchase gift certificates.
Thank you for supporting Oregon’s Independent Inns and lodging properties over the years. We’re grateful to everyone who has shared the gift of lodging through the OAII Lodging Gift Voucher Program.
As of June 1, 2026, the Oregon Association of Independent (formerly the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild – OBBG) discontinued the program, and gift certificates are no longer available for sale. However, existing gift certificates remain valid and may still be redeemed.
If You Currently Hold an OAII or OBBG Gift Certificate:
- Your gift certificate does not expire
- Certificates may be redeemed at participating Oregon Association of Independent Inns properties.
The Oregon Association offers a wide variety of inns, from a small guest cottage or two-room bed and breakfast to a larger country inn or dude ranch. If you need assistance locating a participating property or have difficulty redeeming your certificate, please contact us—we’re happy to help.
Important Notes:
- All OAII properties accept association gift certificates. Click here to view participating properties.
- Gift certificates are treated as cash and cannot be replaced if lost, stolen, or destroyed.
- Certificates may only be redeemed at active OAII properties
- Individual property policies apply, including restrictions on availability, packages, or special offers.
Questions or Assistance:
If you have questions about redeeming a gift certificate or need help planning your stay, please contact E-mail info@obbg.org or call OAII at 503-893-4210. Please leave a message as this line is monitored by our busy innkeepers.
Since 1989, the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild has served as a statewide information network for its member properties, providing a unified voice for the industry with state regulatory and tourism agencies.
Now known as The Oregon Association of Independent Inns, we’re the same trusted organization, with a new name, a fresh look, and an expanded focus on independent lodging properties beyond traditional bed and breakfasts. Member properties represent a wide range of accommodations, from small guest cottages, cabins, and intimate two-room B&Bs to larger country inns, boutique hotels and dude ranches.
