“Hopscotch is a very fun activity filled time! Not for kids either. It’s entertaining for all ages. A bit pricey but it is Portland so what did you expect? A genuinely good few hours of fun if you find yourself over there”
“I absolutely LOVED this place. The staff were super friendly and inviting. There's a bit of wait since it's a small museum. There's so much interesting strange things in this gem. It's easy to scoff and skip on sight, but I highly suggest it if you're into weird occult, horror stuff.
The museum is in a super sketchy area, so watch out. That has nothing to do with the museum though. The shop has some interesting things. There's a clean bathroom in the museum too.”
“Lovely curio store with plenty to browse. The best part is that they offer classes on bug pinning! We signed up for the swallowtail butterfly pinning and really enjoyed the detailed intro and demo, though they offer classes for a number of other insects (including a Frankenbug?!). Would very much recommend this as an approachable activity for any first-timers.”
“was so thrilled to see Tina Yu's work in person for the anniversary show! The staff is so kind, the art is beautiful and the shop up front is so fun to browse.”
“We were greeted by the owners as we came in and the merchandise was beautiful....we purchased a necklace and we couldn't be happier!! Great little local shop”
“Love, love, love J P’s. I’ve brought art to them now a couple of times and each time the service is prompt, warm, and patient, with the end result being absolutely perfect. He will work with you as long as you need to find the right matting, frame, glass and with his wonderful attention to detail, he will give his professional advice on what truly is best for the art. He and his family have clearly been doing this a long time! There is no upselling, he is truly trying to make your unique art shine. I will not go anywhere else for any framing needs. Thank you J P’s!”
“Amazing experience, seriously the best store in Portland that we went into, they have so many amazing and one of a kind items, my whole family including my kids loved looking around. The staff was so nice and knowledgeable about the items in the store, it’s definitely worth stopping in. We picked up multiple art pieces, and the jewelry is absolutely worth looking at.”
“This is a great place if you are into anything occult, witchcraft, or esoteric related. The owner specializes in rare books but sells a wide variety of books still in print. Dark Star Magick also has classes on a variety of subjects in the field. It is worth an in person if you are in surroundings cities and of course you can order from the store online.”
“Oh my word. What an incredible spot. Specifically impressed with their selection of niche history and non-fiction, and their cookbooks are incredible. Niche stores with an incredibly friendly environment. Teagan deserves a special shoutout for being so kind and friendly. A must-stop shop!”
“What a great find with an amazing range of truly Japanese items. Joshua is incredibly knowledgeable about each item sourced from Japan. This shop specializes in tantsu but has an assortment of decorative pieces as well as an abundance of traditional wood working tools.”
“This is such a cute and quaint gallery that features all local artists. Artwork rotates monthly and they even teach classes for kids and adults! All experience levels are welcome and you sign up for classes on their website.”
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
2516 Northwest 29th Avenue, Portland
Art Galleries
“Pretty cool Christmas event, but had to park 5 blocks and walk and the it was so bust we couldn't hardly move around..... Needs some other kinds of ways to manage people....”
“My wife and I were in town celebrating her 60th birthday and Bailey was kind enough to arrange a class for us as a present for her. What a fantastic experience! We can’t wait to come back and do it again!”
“We had a seamless experience selling art through Resale Art. Our artwork was professionally picked up and transported, and all of it sold at expected prices. Ashton was terrific to work with, keeping us informed and sending payments on a timely basis. Whether you're selling or buying art, you've found the right place. A+ on my grading system!”
“Loved the decor, selection, and person behind the counter was very friendly. Their prices are full price- so you most likely will pay a little more than somewhere like Amazon- but support your local business & I consider it like a finders fee, they have such a curated collection that the books I buy I wouldn’t have known of otherwise. :)”
“Had a pretty large project (framed uniform) and visited several area frame shops. Village gave me a reasonable price and the finished project was outstanding. Also met the owner and he was very nice and knowledgable. Highly recommend this shop.”
“Many years ago I used to provide HR consultation to them. I still think about this company and it brilliance. There were the most spectacular and stunning pictures from Nepal in their gorgeous space. The rugs they had in the studio could only be described in my dreams, absolute decadence!”
“Love this space with immersive carefully curated exhibits and materials. It is so important to have community spaces like this available, kudos for all the great work!”
“I have curly hair and was looking for a while here in Oregon for a hairdresser who can do a good hair cut on my curly hair, got it messed up very bad it was very uneven from my last cut, found Arin and he is very talented he did a rezo cut for my very tight curly hair and I loved it, I went to different salons in this area specialized in curly hair but non of them did a good job, Arin is a very good hairdresser for curly hair if you have curly hair go with Arin your curls will love it.”
11:30AM - 5PM
2841 NE Alberta St, Portland
Art Galleries
“Incredible collection of local artists. Very accessible prices for art. Both prints and originals. The owner is truly passionate about bringing the community together through art, culture and love.”
“This gallery is a breath of fresh air. Some of the artists were hanging out and they were so welcoming and made it a fun experience to browse all of the beautiful art. If you're looking for some accessible local art in a gallery that isn't stuffy, this is a good place to look.”
“The Guardino Gallery is one of the original galleries where Alberta got the Alberta Arts District from. This shop helped build Alberta Street to what it is today, and we thank you. This gallery incorporates multiple store fronts, has lots and lots of fantastic local art, which rotates about every month, so you keep going back to find that piece your house is missing. Keep a look out for one of their many openings where they showcase individual artists or show up for Last Thursday and see a collection by many, which is usually the case.”
“I had a wonderful experience with Travis to fix a framed print that I had ordered online (from a museum shop). His expertise and kindess made my day. Bravo and thank you!”
“I've been lucky enough to have my art in a few shows here. My art and I felt very welcome. All of their shows have such an amazing selection of very unique artworks from local artists. Always something beautiful and mind bending to see at any of their shows.”
“One of the best galleries, boutiques and experiences in Portland. Warm, accessible quality pieces throughout. Art, wearables, functional pieces, housewares as well as incredible shows from talented artists. A real Portland gem.”
“K+M has a beautifully curated collection of rugs that is truly special. Each piece is unique and authentic, filled with history, character, and a story of its own. You can feel the care and thought that goes into sourcing everything they sell.”
“Most times of the year, the studio has limited days and hours that are open to the public for shopping, but during the holidays, they are open Tuesdays through Sundays from 12PM-6PM. During the holiday season they are well stocked with wares from 11 ceramicists and 1 jeweler. We went the other day and Jan, one of the ceramic artists, showed us around a bit giving us info on the studio and artists -- she was absolutely lovely. Aubrey was also in the studio working and was nice enough to show us her workspace and spend a little time with us as well. Her recent pieces have bright glazes and lots of texture -- we're fans! This place is a great asset to the artistic community.”
“Wonderful connection with Laura! Very, very fortunate to literally stumble into her gallery. Found one of her featured artists “Kirk Weller” paintings to speak to me, but had to settle for one! […for now!] Every weekend should include a conversation with someone as passionate about her business & the art world such as Laura!”
“This little retail gem boasts original art, crafts, and jewelry by local artisans. The selection is well-curated and it is a great place to get unique handmade gifts. The store's back section is a working studio where some of the artists actually work, so cool!”
“Great place, if you need something framed look no further. Owner is very knowledgeable and insightful. Made the process easy with tons of sample corners and straightforward pricing on each one. Would highly recommend.”