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.
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