Portland Art Museum

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Portland Art Museum

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1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant blend of Asian, American, Native American, and European art at the Portland Art Museum, where innovative exhibits like psychedelic fashion make every visit a journey through creativity.  

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"The Portland Art Museum has been a fixture of the Rose City for longer than you’d expect—it’s the oldest art museum on the West Coast, opened in 1892. The current location, on the South Park Blocks, debuted in 1932 with a design by Pietro Belluschi. Today, the permanent collection includes 42,000 works along with a rotating selection of exhibits. Among the highlights in past years: pieces by Rodin and Andy Warhol, and what is thought to be the largest cat painting in the world. The 2.5-block campus also includes the Northwest Film Center."

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"The Portland Art Museum was founded in the late 1800s, making it the seventh oldest museum in the United States, and the oldest in the Pacific Northwest. In addition to its extensive permanent collection, rotating exhibits have featured everyone from Andy Warhol, Anish Kapoor, Steve McQueen, conceptual artist Hank Willis Thomas, and photographer Fazal Sheikh, who photographs displaced and marginalized communities around the world."

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"Like Portland itself, the Portland Art Museum is just the right size—approachable, and not overwhelming. Comprised of two buildings connected below ground—one designed in 1932 by renowned Italian-born Portland architect Pietro Belluschi, the other a 141,000-square-foot renovated Masonic temple—the museum sits on a quiet stretch of the elm- and oak-lined South Park Blocks, once home to grand Italianate mansions housing some of the city’s most affluent residents. Founded in 1892 (making it the Pacific Northwest’s oldest art museum), the museum's permanent collection includes more than 42,000 pieces, and is known for its extensive Native American, Asian, European, American, and English silver holdings. Be sure to tour the graphic arts and Northwest arts centers, and check the Northwest Film Center calendar to see if there’s anything interesting screening in the Whitsell Auditorium, especially in March, when the annual Portland International Film Festival takes place." - Jen Stevenson

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Irina Estelle

Google
As an art enthusiast, I absolutely loved the Portland Art Museum! Walking through the exhibits felt like traveling through time 🕰️—each gallery showcasing different decades and styles, immersing you in the evolution of art. The highlight for me was the psychedelic art exhibit 🌌—it was super cool. As well as different cities with vintage galleries. The museum offers a perfect mix of classic and contemporary art, and also has a little store for creative and culture enthusiasts to add to their collection, making it a must-visit for anyone who appreciates creativity and culture 🍏☕️

Tim Johnson

Google
I loved the McCartney photos of 1963-64. To think he was taking pictures to remember what he and the others were going through, not knowing what a great primary source it would become years later. Upstairs, the Psychedelic gig posters and clothing of the 60s was equally as entertaining and informative.

Tai Ler

Google
Had a great time! The psychedelic rock poster exhibit was super cool. Definitely worth checking out. The Paul McCartney photo exhibit was pretty nifty too.

Joshua Fagan

Google
I spent a significant amount of time in this museum, about two and a half to three hours, because I had a lot of time left in my last day in Portland, and I was not disappointed. The price is a little high, and even the student discount is a measly $3 off the full price, but the quality of the exhibits is worthwhile, especially for a mid-sized and relatively young city on the West Coast. What I saw of the permanent collection was nice but not particularly impressive. There was some beautiful old art, some 18th century stuff, some beautiful impressionist work, and some other newer art that I was less enthused by, the kind of work that claims to be radical but requires a lengthy written description to make any sensations or emotions communicable to the audience. Where this museum really shines for me was in the temporary exhibits that were displayed while I was there, both of which related to the 1960s in a quite playful way. One was on photography and the Beatles, focusing on the moment when the Beatles transformed from a purely national sensation to a true international sensation, coming to America and being swarmed by wild fans. The context provided was quite helpful and comprehensive, and even as a person who thinks of himself as being quite knowledgeable about the Beatles, I felt like I learned a lot. The other was on psychedelic fashion and posters, which was quite comprehensive. The mix of influences from which these artists drew, from Elizabethan England to Art Nouveau to Wild West and native American imagery, was considered thoughtfully and comprehensively. The greatest delight though, was simply in the psychedelic collection itself, which was wild and varied and very stimulating in a purely sensory way. I think the quality of this museum depends highly on the quality of the temporary exhibits offered, so if you like what is being displayed at a given time, I highly recommend coming here.

Tia Marie Cannell

Google
Museum was beautiful and the staff was kind and helpful. We had bought drinks at a coffee shop before and thought oh great we probably can’t bring these in. They let us check them at the front :) and get them back at the end (they were iced). Only small complaint is that a whole floor was under construction and the price was the same. Not sure what pictures I can post so only posted a few. The pictures don’t do the actual up front viewing of these paintings.

Susie Higgins

Google
I’ve been to 3 shows here Frida Kahlo, Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio, and now McCartney’s Eyes of the Storms. All have been informative , and engaging and well curated.

tina ganguly

Google
I used to live right next door, so my roommate and I often visited on their free admission days. It was quite engaging and fun—definitely worth exploring!

Sarah McD

Google
Went for the French Impressionists exhibit and was not disappointed. Staff friendly, not too many people overcrowding the spaces. Even during construction the two main exhibit areas were easy to access. Was hoping for access to a few more areas but considering the construction and the current exhibit I was pleased. Always a pleasant experience.

Irina Estelle

Google
As an art enthusiast, I absolutely loved the Portland Art Museum! Walking through the exhibits felt like traveling through time 🕰️—each gallery showcasing different decades and styles, immersing you in the evolution of art. The highlight for me was the psychedelic art exhibit 🌌—it was super cool. As well as different cities with vintage galleries. The museum offers a perfect mix of classic and contemporary art, and also has a little store for creative and culture enthusiasts to add to their collection, making it a must-visit for anyone who appreciates creativity and culture 🍏☕️

Tim Johnson

Google
I loved the McCartney photos of 1963-64. To think he was taking pictures to remember what he and the others were going through, not knowing what a great primary source it would become years later. Upstairs, the Psychedelic gig posters and clothing of the 60s was equally as entertaining and informative.

Tai Ler

Google
Had a great time! The psychedelic rock poster exhibit was super cool. Definitely worth checking out. The Paul McCartney photo exhibit was pretty nifty too.

Joshua Fagan

Google
I spent a significant amount of time in this museum, about two and a half to three hours, because I had a lot of time left in my last day in Portland, and I was not disappointed. The price is a little high, and even the student discount is a measly $3 off the full price, but the quality of the exhibits is worthwhile, especially for a mid-sized and relatively young city on the West Coast. What I saw of the permanent collection was nice but not particularly impressive. There was some beautiful old art, some 18th century stuff, some beautiful impressionist work, and some other newer art that I was less enthused by, the kind of work that claims to be radical but requires a lengthy written description to make any sensations or emotions communicable to the audience. Where this museum really shines for me was in the temporary exhibits that were displayed while I was there, both of which related to the 1960s in a quite playful way. One was on photography and the Beatles, focusing on the moment when the Beatles transformed from a purely national sensation to a true international sensation, coming to America and being swarmed by wild fans. The context provided was quite helpful and comprehensive, and even as a person who thinks of himself as being quite knowledgeable about the Beatles, I felt like I learned a lot. The other was on psychedelic fashion and posters, which was quite comprehensive. The mix of influences from which these artists drew, from Elizabethan England to Art Nouveau to Wild West and native American imagery, was considered thoughtfully and comprehensively. The greatest delight though, was simply in the psychedelic collection itself, which was wild and varied and very stimulating in a purely sensory way. I think the quality of this museum depends highly on the quality of the temporary exhibits offered, so if you like what is being displayed at a given time, I highly recommend coming here.

Tia Marie Cannell

Google
Museum was beautiful and the staff was kind and helpful. We had bought drinks at a coffee shop before and thought oh great we probably can’t bring these in. They let us check them at the front :) and get them back at the end (they were iced). Only small complaint is that a whole floor was under construction and the price was the same. Not sure what pictures I can post so only posted a few. The pictures don’t do the actual up front viewing of these paintings.

Susie Higgins

Google
I’ve been to 3 shows here Frida Kahlo, Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio, and now McCartney’s Eyes of the Storms. All have been informative , and engaging and well curated.

tina ganguly

Google
I used to live right next door, so my roommate and I often visited on their free admission days. It was quite engaging and fun—definitely worth exploring!

Sarah McD

Google
Went for the French Impressionists exhibit and was not disappointed. Staff friendly, not too many people overcrowding the spaces. Even during construction the two main exhibit areas were easy to access. Was hoping for access to a few more areas but considering the construction and the current exhibit I was pleased. Always a pleasant experience.

Mikhail H.

Yelp
The best part about this store is that you would think everything is going to be ridiculously priced which is not accurate. I have bought so many things here over the years. Unfortunately they do not seem to carry the jewelry they used to and just have a limited amount of high end stuff since, I imagine, like so many stores - they are probably really getting hit with theft. I have lots of rings and bracelets from here which I still have eons later. I have found unique notebooks, vases... matches... I have a purchase I always make which are these local made ceramic coy. They float and I have a small pond in my backyard. I buy these and they look so great with my pond plants versus buying real fish I would be feeding to the raccoons. I have found tons of great items that were very well priced to decorate my house like vases and carved wood pieces. They have a lot of books. They also have a respectable clearance selection which you should always look at. I usually find at least a thing or two. I had bought a cup and a little plate with a bee on it that was so unique and amazing. There was a matching container that was another $23. I resisted with a looooong pause as I really wanted it. It has been a few months and there was one left on clearance for $15! That was definitely a sign! I suspect I like the gift shop even more than the museum!

Jesse G.

Yelp
We went for the Paul McCartney photography exhibit which was incredible. Great descriptions/ interpretation and well spaced out. That said; the place was PACKED. People were bumping into us, the line to the bathroom was long, it was hard to spend time looking at any one piece because of the quantity of people there. The admission was also pricey for the limited amount of exhibits open during construction - the McCartney exhibit plus the psychedelic exhibit plus the limited permanent rooms open took only about 45 minutes to get through - an expensive $25. That said, glad Portland Art Museum is there and doing good work!

Tom O.

Yelp
During construction last week most of the museums exhibits were closed yet we were charged full price. Not happy about the rip off. The exhibits that were open were great; Paul McCartney photograhs from 1963-64: Eyes of the Storm which chronicled the early Beatlemania and the absolute craziness surrounding it. Also the Psychedelic Rock Posters and Fashion of the 1960s was impressive and took me back to a time when I was a teen and this kind of thing was the latest and greatest. The rest of the museum that was available was pretty much standard art that you can often just stroll on by. Not overly impressed with the small % I saw.

John K.

Yelp
Over the years, we've had multiple memberships to the museum. They regularly have special exhibits, in addition to a very pleasant permanent collection. It's not the Met or the Prado, but for a city the size of Portland, I've always been pleasantly surprised by the quality of their exhibits. An FYI for potential visitors - they are currently (late 2024) in the process of a major expansion - expect substantially reduced exhibition space and limited parking availability outside for the next year or so. That said, they continue to be open for business. Currently they have photos taken by Paul McCartney between late 1963 and mid 1964 in the primary temp space off the main lobby. It will be interesting to see how foot traffic flows once the new Rothko Pavillion opens. The galleries in the Mark Building (the northernmost part of the complex) have had to be reached by going underground and then making your way up multiple levels. My understanding is that the new section will have to serve two purposes - letting pedestrians that are not visiting the museum continue to move east to west, and acting as a connector for people inside the museum.

Nancy H.

Yelp
I love museums, and I love museum gift stores! These artsy shops are usually housed in the museums proper, and are very dangerous places for me: their merchandise is usually eclectic, artisan-made and/or unique or clever, rather niche, and typically pricey. I'm a sucker for clever and unique artsy stuff. I admit it. This museum shop is a lot smaller than most other major city's museum shops, but it still has a lot of nifty items: art cards and stationery and calendars, jewelry, home decor items, puzzles and kids' toys, books, shirts and hoodies, umbrellas, seasonal/holiday stuff, and more. Much more. (Check out the shop's website at store.pam.org to get a sampling of some of the beautiful and unique merchandise available here). As with all other museum shops, the prices here are on the high side, but that's what you get when you go to a museum shop! At least you know that the items are well-made and usually fairly unique. Sometimes you can hit up a decent sale on seasonal items, too. When we visited, they had some lovely Asian items on display, since the Chinese New Year is approaching. There were some gorgeous boxed cards and teapots and the like. I got a few decorative ceramic koi fish figurines for my kid and myself, and we both love them! They were only $4.50 each. Not bad!

Susan M.

Yelp
Very glad we were able to catch two great exhibits while visiting Portland, Africa Fashion, on loan from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London (took Sprossling there when he was five), and Black Artists of Oregon. As we arrived, we overheard two people exclaim that there wasn't that much to see, but maybe they missed that there was a whole second level? Both exhibits were massive and I am sure I did not take everything in. Street parking was relatively accessible, about a block or two away, on flat sidewalks. There is an elevator to second floor, a bit tucked away.

Alena B.

Yelp
Came during the 1st Thursday of the month free admission. I really liked their sneaker exhibit that they were featuring. Never seen anything like it.

Adeline C.

Yelp
R rated! do not bring your kids here unless you are okay with them seeing nudity. some of the art was quite remarkable though i have to say

Fianna S.

Yelp
A little late to posting about my visit but I'm beyond happy to have visited the museum during the French Modern artists exhibit. As a semi frequent visitor, I'm happy they have stayed open through the construction. Can't wait to see the renovations!

Andy W.

Yelp
The museum is currently under construction, so gallery space is limited. Yet, they still charge full admission price, which is a bit of a downer. The limited art on display highlights their collection, but when the gift shop is larger than the galleries, that's a problem. Of course I am joking, but not really far off the mark. Because of limited space, the galleries are tight and crowded. You might want to wait until construction is past to visit, or become a museum member to spread the cost of admission over many short visits.

Nanette A.

Yelp
Just amazing art!!!! Metered in the front parking was not functioning, we moved along not too fair down. Fairly easy and accessible. We attended as they were featuring Guillermo del Toro: Crafting Pinocchio from Netflix. We purchased our tickets on a discounted website. Super happy about that since the museum was under construction and we truly couldn't get a full experience. Here's a little tip: don't get too close to the painting or artwork as the alarms will go off. Can't wait to come again!

Soni B.

Yelp
This is a very cute and small museum. They had the Pinocchio exhibit when i went and it was so cool to see how the movie was made. They also had a cool neon sign and nice gift shop. On our way out they also had free flowers which and a little kid singing and playing the piano. It was such a nice and pleasant environment to be in. It is very small and for the price I'm not sure i would come back again but I'm glad i tried it once

Stephanie S.

Yelp
It's a cool museum with a great variety of collections and exciting new exhibits. The building is big yet manageable enough to see all things in half a day. Any art fan would enjoy the visit here. Its great downtown location also provides easy transportation and other accommodations like dining shopping and lodging.

Vianca P.

Yelp
I took the liberty of visiting on my birthday! Downtown Portland, so off the street parking, but it was not difficult to find a good spot. I was really into in the Guillermo del Toro Pinocchio exhibit and it did not disappoint. There's not much going on in the museum courtyard, but there is a piano there if you have some skills and want to share a few notes. The first floor is the del Toro floor. I've seen the movie (Pinocchio) so walking through and seeing the sets was wild. Plus the animation videos and Pinocchio replicas just make you see how much work goes into a live motion film. I knew del Toro had a wide portfolio, but the exhibit really made want to go and view more of his past works I never heard about. It was definitely a special treat during my visit. The top floor of the main building had some Native American art as well as an exhibit by Portland native David Rosenak, mostly in black and white but there was color in some, too. On the contemporary side, there were some highlights of Black art and Juneteeth, along with a collaborative effort with W.E.B Du Bois highlighting Black Excellence. On the top floor, impressionism and surrealism with paintings from Monet and VanGough and tons of bronze statues. The website details the upcoming exhibits so I think I'd like to visit again to see what else is to come. It was a great way to spend about 3 hours!

Seana A.

Yelp
I was in Portland for a conference and I thought that I would come check out the Art Museum. My colleagues and I enjoyed it immensely. There was a variety of paintings and displays. I especially appreciated the sneaker/shoe display! I recommend that if you find yourself in Portland to check it out!

Angie O.

Yelp
I checked it out on a Saturday morning. I really enjoyed the Pinocchio exhibit, more than I thought I would. The behind-the-scenes making of the movie is fascinating - so many moving parts! There's three floors of art, spread across two buildings, connected by an underground hallway. They have some construction happening to connect the two buildings, but it's hardly noticeable. Outside they have several pianos set up, with signs that say "play me!" and this kid (see video) did just that! Don't miss the museum gift shop, you'll find something for everyon

Anthony M.

Yelp
Was there for the Psychedelic Rock Posters and Fashion of the 1960s and Paul McCartney Eye of the Storm exhibits. Much of the museum was closed off.

Joan F.

Yelp
The exhibits I've attended in the last 8 years have been thoughtfully curated and displayed. I love coming here on rainy days to admire and drink in visual thinking and expression. It's never crowded and always welcoming. Joan

Tabitha H.

Yelp
I had the pleasure of visiting the Portland Art Museum on a recent first weekend, and was delighted to receive complimentary admission through Bank of America's program. Despite my visit coinciding with the museum's renovation period, which limited access to just two exhibitions on the second floor, the experience was enriching and well-suited for a leisurely, rainy afternoon. The exhibitions available during my visit were "Black Artists of Oregon" and "Throughlines: Connections in the Collection." Each offered a unique perspective and an intimate glimpse into diverse artistic expressions and historical narratives. While the museum's gift store was closed, likely due to the renovations, the quality and curation of these exhibitions alone made my visit worthwhile. Given the reduced number of exhibitions, I spent around 1.5 hours exploring the museum, including time taken for breaks. This duration felt just right for appreciating the depth of the works on display without feeling rushed. For those planning a visit, it's worth noting that parking options are limited to paid street parking. Despite the ongoing renovations and the consequent limitations, my visit to the Portland Art Museum was a serene and thought-provoking activity that I would recommend to anyone looking for a cultural experience in Portland, especially on a day when the weather encourages indoor activities.

Robert K.

Yelp
If you're in Portland, Oregon, and want to see some original pieces by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Raphael, Rodin, Hassam, and other famous artists. You should check out the Portland Art Museum. This museum is not as big as other museums in NY & SF. But, it does offer plenty of original pieces and is not crowded at all. There is plenty of parking nearby and very walkable from nearby hotels.

Ines B.

Yelp
We went on a Sunday expecting to spend a good amount of time there, we were not aware the museum closed 80% of the art due to constructions and we had to pay the full price of $25 per person without the front desk letting us know. Only 1st floor and 2nd floor were opened, took us 30min to do the tour. Super disappointed of the lack of communication by the front desk AND the fact that we still pay full price for something that is not worth it at all. Don't waste your time.

Sue D.

Yelp
Wuh-wah. They are charging full price, but only a third of their permanent collection is on display. I guess they recently moved locations and aren't ready with display areas yet. First floor costume/fashion collection was not yet accessible. There was a beautiful Black Artists of Oregon collection to view on second floor along with only one room of their permanent collection. I couldn't believe there was so little to view. This pertains to Saturday, November 18, 2023. Their Monet Lillies were out for cleaning. The Kehinde Wiley sculpture took my breath away. Would love to have seen more.

Jessica S.

Yelp
What a treat! (Ha! Updated review with same reaction!) I love coming to art museums and exploring the newest exhibits. I was not disappointed today, in fact I was blown away. Todays exhibit was incredible with everything down to details; how each painting is strategically placed, the flow from one room to the next; the story told and learning more about the artist. I really enjoy coming here it does something to the soul, provides nourishment and connection. I cannot recommend enough visiting the Oscar Howe exhibit along with Jefferey Gibson. It's easy to be here for hours getting lost from one wing to the next. It's the best place to treat yourself and bring a friend.

Marie F.

Yelp
If ever in Portland, do yourself a favor and visit this museum. Give yourself a couple hours to wander aimlessly from room to room (and between the two wings) enjoying the artistry. It's easy to get lost inside, because the layout is slightly confusing. But there are really nice volunteers who can help you find your way. As with any museum, part of the fun is the exploration and getting lost in the art. There is a special room housing what they affectionately call "The Botticelli". It's such a moving piece that I literally shed tears while observing it. Never has that happened to me before. Maybe it was the culmination of two hours of sheer wonder and joy with the procured pieces, maybe it was the subject of the piece, Jesus. Either way, I left the museum full of joy. I especially appreciate that the museum celebrates artistry across cultural lines. It felt like an immersion of many cultures. As an artist, I wholeheartedly recommend a visit to the Portland Art Museum!!

Chad P.

Yelp
I lived in Portland for many years and that was many years ago. This was just one of those places that I never managed to get to and all that time. Probably because I was a very poor graduate student. But on a return trip to see how things were going in the Rose City, I had to give the art museum a shot. $25 to get in and enjoy the exhibits. So even though I tend to read a lot of things for long shots of time, I was able to get through this entire place in about an hour and a half. That disappointed me a bit. I guess there were lots of things that were closed and they are getting ready to expand in a way. This place was definitely a bit smaller than I thought it would be. The Guillermo del Toro exhibit was pretty cool though! I could be in there and read about how they did things for a lot longer. It was just very well done. The rest of the museum was just okay. There was a lot of good art but I felt like I finished way too fast even though I read everything. So I guess out of all the art museums I visited including Seattle, Chicago, Pittsburgh Carnegie, St Louis, as well as Philadelphia, this place was probably the least impressive. Just kind of small and didn't feel like I really got much in the end. But still they had some good stuff.

Lois M.

Yelp
I love the Portland Art Museum! I'd been wanting to see the exhibit called Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Mexican Modernism since I first heard it was showing and when I was stood up by the people who said they'd go with me, I decided to go on my own. Did I want to share this experience with the others who said they'd go with me? Yes indeedy, but when faced with the prospect of not going at all because they stood me up, or going by myself, I'm really glad I chose to go alone. It was a reminder for me that a solo experience at an art museum is not a bad thing at any time, whether it's this exhibit or another one. I've enjoyed Frida Kahlo's work for many years and this exhibit didn't disappoint on that account. Seeing Diego Rivera and other modernists work was the cherry on top of the sundae. I enjoyed roaming around the rooms full of their artwork, including the clothing exhibit. There was plenty of space around us, I never felt crammed in, and the descriptive labels on each of the art pieces was easy to read without having to be uncomfortably close to another person (oh how this pandemic has changed our sense of being with other people in enclosed spaces!). I thoroughly enjoyed the mural being painted in real time while the exhibit was displayed. Nice way to spend an afternoon. The PAM is truly a Portland treasure and I would recommend a visit to anyone, even if you go by yourself. Easy to find with lots of easy street parking on the day I was there (weekends can be harder to find close in parking), nice gift shop on site, great food nearby - what could be better?

Robert S.

Yelp
The Portland Art Museum is the largest museum in Oregon, laid out in two historic buildings. The museum has strong collections of prints and drawings, photography, Asian art, Native American (especially Pacific Coast) art, and Northwest art, and its European and American collections contain some extraordinary individual pieces, especially from the 19th and 20th centuries. Frequently, there are temporary exhibits that are really world class. For example, Jeffrey Gibson a talented multimedia artist has his work on display. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Admission $25 for adults.

Jessica L.

Yelp
I went here for the first time on July 16th when the new Perspectives exhibit opened. It was also a free museum day Overall this was quite the memorable experience. The PAM has a lot of history behind it and is also one of the oldest US art museums that still exist. I highly recommend going and be mesmerized by history and culture. The gift shop has such interesting things as well!

Jai B.

Yelp
The black artist exhibit was super cool. There were 5 huge rooms filled with beautiful paintings and mixed media art. There were moving displays showing the struggle of being black in the U.S. definitely check out. There is some construction on the street and renovations at the museum right now.

Paul K.

Yelp
Portland Art Museum, the one and only! Love this spot because the variety of the art exhibits and the museum has two large buildings. In this way, there are artists from different eras and styles. Fun spot to check out. I would encourage everyone to explore if you are around. There is a rotation of exhibits throughout the year, so it won't be stale. Pro-tip: explore the whole museum!

Vu D.

Yelp
Great museum. Currently under construction so only 3 exhibits are available but they're still charging full price. They're all very impressive exhibits but $25 for only 3 exhibits is pretty steep.

Matthew L.

Yelp
How can you not love this art museum? This is a must see when visiting Portland. Love to see art, culture.

Victor E.

Yelp
This is a fairly small museum. When I visited there was a tiny exhibit reconstructing WEB Dubois' contribution to the Paris World Fair. That was interesting. And then a decent but not great collection of impressionists, and that was about it. Not quite worth the price of admission.

Vinnie B.

Yelp
What an amazing Museum, what a great Portland day. I can't think of a more rewarding event than a trip to the Portland Art Museum. I've been to many showings and events from seminars - company parties and this years event, Frida Kahlo ! it was mind blowing to view this Art up close, so happy we went and wanted to return with friends but ran out of time. The only recommendation I would mention is Museum Decorum, I would read up on some of these before you go. People take photos and in most cases they're ok with this, I personally don't do that. I think it's a bit tacky.. It cheapens the true experience. IMO All & All - YESSS Go enjoy the wonders of the world, Artist and the Art/Gifts they give us.

Michelle M.

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Went with my friend to the Frida exhibit, a sold out show. Granted I had already seen it in San Francisco. My friend's daughter really wanted to go, because of Coco the Disney movie. Haha! So I was like yeah let's do this. We went early June 2022. Some people wore masks and some didn't. This is scary with the cases going up this summer. It'd be nice if they requested people to wear them for our safety while being indoors. My other issue was the creaky floors. Kind of took away the moments of what should be a relaxing museum experience, but with sounds of creaks and people murmuring. My friend's daughter shut down because there were just a lot of people and it was overwhelming being around so many people, some of whom were unmasked. We ended up leaving pretty quickly. I don't think I'll want to come back to visit this museum again, but see that it's part of Portland's art scene. My comparison to seeing the same exhibit but in a different location is, that I wished they had people going in the same direction to avoid crowd clusters. It was hard to get a view of the art with people moving all over. I heard it's the curator that designs each exhibit, I'd say that San Francisco did a better job at showcasing the Frida Kahlo show.

Anna H.

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Went to the fascinating Pinocchio exhibit. Amazing detail, and you can get really close to the puppets and sets used in the film. You wouldn't believe the amount of pieces used in every puppet and the incredible background and detail used in the sets.

Sara V.

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Solid museum with a lot of interesting exhibits. I went to the Queen Nefertari's Egypt happening from Oct 16, 2021 to Jan 16, 2022. Everything was very clean and folks kept their masks on. I thought all of the exhibits were interesting and the text was big enough and spaced out to read so you didn't have to stand right next to people during the pandemic in order to read it. I thought that the gift shop was boring but they're usually for kids anyways. Outside, there's more than enough parking nearby (2 hours) and you can spend more than 2 hours there but 2 hours was enough for me to see that specific exhibit.

Lauren D.

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Incredible variety of the collections, many accomplished local artists featured, and obscure works by some of the big names in the industry can be found on display: Richard Serra, Auguste Rodin, Alexander Calder, & Vincent Van Gogh. Cons: Difficult to navigate the building and the printed map handout does not easily display where to find stairs, elevators, and exits.

Sonya E.

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Catch your tickets on their website. $18 per adult. This museum occupies two buildings -- the first one has two floors and the building next door has four floors. There are several collections for all visitors to enjoy. I find it so interesting how art in any form can be perceived in so many ways. We spent about an hour walking through the galleries and it wasn't enough time (we had an appointment to get to). I would say to carve out at least two hours for a visit to really soak in the entire experience. These guys are enforcing COVID-19 safety precautions like requiring face coverings for everyone, and promoting social distancing. There are hand sanitizer stations set up throughout the floor plan. Some sections are still closed off also. Really cool place to stroll through to reflect, imagine, and discover. Left this museum feeling inspired.

Lea G.

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Went and enjoyed Egyptian Queen Nefertari today. Love the Portland a Art Museum especially when they have amazing special exit it's like this one. I came here on a Saturday rainy day. The place was hopping with lots of guests who wanted to check out the exhibit. I always have a wonderful and amazing time when I'm here. Extra bonus for me today. Did you know on the first weekend of the month if you are a Bank of America member, you show your card and your ID and you get in free! How wonderful is that? Thank you Portland art museum.

Patty B.

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Must see Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo exhibition. Beautiful original art. Museum was clean and very helpful in finding your way.

Tara B.

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I would love to rate this higher, but I am very disappointed in the museum. They have a huge collection that they can show, but the curation of the permanent spaces just seems to lack any aww wow factor. The Queen Nefertari exhibit was great! Loved the layout and the collection of royal burial items mixed with everyday things. I'll keep an eye on the rotating exhibits and how they rotate the permanent space artwork. Was very disappointed in the Asain collection, sorry it's 99% Chinese and they show 1000+ items for Japanese in their online collection search tool. It would be great to see the Woodblock prints, but alas none were out. Do allow a good 2 hours, if not more time, as they do close sharply at 5 pm, and ask you to leave.

Mark P.

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On this visit, the Art Museum was under construction, and they had just started. Ordinarily, the museum is four stories of art with rotating exhibits that come and go. But due to the construction, they only had just two small exhibits open to the public, and they were charging the regular fee. So we didn't go. The lady at the front desk said the construction is expected to last until 2025- two years. When we expressed we had a problem with the price she advised us to check out a cultural pass from our local library which would make the price free. Maybe once two years passes we will come back.

Senan D.

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I heard there would be Egyptian Artifacts and had to go. While we only saw the visiting pieces, it still was lovely and I do plan to visit again. Getting tickets was so easy through the museums website. Once inside, we had a set time for the exhibit and plenty of other pieces to see while we waited. Or you can enjoy Portland University and the amazing stone churches around the building. The gift shop has a lot of interesting items to see as well. As always, as with most places downtown, parking was a bit of a scavenger hunt, but if you go on the weekends there are less cars in the lots. Or you can take the max and walk a little. It's a great place for a mini day trip for sure.

Tiffany D.

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Worth it to drop by and peruse through when in Portland! Contemporary ideas and the art inspires the mind! I was enlightened with believe, reflect and create! There were some ah-hah moments too! Definitely go if you need a little bit of inspiration!

Lol M.

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Nice Museum. Solid customer service. It always relaxing to view some art, get inspired and talk about art to new friends. Enjoyed the vibe here.

Mia K.

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Not big but have some very interesting pieces and areas. Their plaque descriptions almost read like story summaries! Especially enjoyed the Native Americans art and the current Ansel Adams exhibit. Appreciate the comfortable sofas in many of the rooms. Had fun in the Museum gift shop too. 5* Modern and Contemporary Art Wing is closed until further notice. Lovely courtyard with an open gate just outside the gift shop with some tables. (Tip: very nice cafe through the gates and across the street called "Behind the Museum Cafe.") Tickets Did not need timed tickets on a weekday. $20 entry fee (usually free for Seattle Art Museum & other museum members but that exchange is suspended currently). $17 seniors & college students Free for children under 17 $5 on Fridays 5-8pm Hours Closed Mondays & Tuesdays Open 10-5pm Wed-Sundays Located on SW Park Ave & Madison St

Jack G.

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Very nice art museum. Quality collections of European, American Indian, and contemporary art. I especially enjoyed the Mt St Helens pre-1980 art. The collections are extensive and need multiple visits to do them justice.

Jenn G.

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When we took the Secrets of Portlandia Tour; the Portland Art Museum was one of the stops that Erik; our tour guide pointed out. He specifically mentioned works of Monet and suggested if we've never seen one; to visit here. My boyfriend has seen Monet pieces of art but myself and my mom never had and so it seemed like a great place to visit. It indeed was a great place for us to check out. I didn't realize that the Portland Art Museum consists of two buildings; with one dedicated to contemporary art. The two buildings are gigantic and there were some amazing pieces for sure. We walked around the Asian themed art rooms and saw various pieces from China, Japan and Korea. We also took some time looking at the works during the Impressionism time. It here that we saw several Monet and Renoir art pieces. There was also post Impressionism work via a Pablo Picasso sculpture. Some other notable works were a very realistic purse looking piece by Marilyn Levine and a dishwasher man by Duane Hanson. We had a great time walking around and exploring this place. They even had a coffee shop called Museum Grounds (cute name!) as well as gift shop with an abundance of cool items from around the world.
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