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Portland Art Museum
Type: Art Museums, Family Friendly, Museums
10Best Says
The Portland Art Museum (PAM) is the seventh oldest museum in the country and the oldest art museum on the West Coast. In addition to a permanent collection that includes pieces from antiquity to... Read More
The Portland Art Museum (PAM) is the seventh oldest museum in the country and the oldest art museum on the West Coast. In addition to a permanent collection that includes pieces from antiquity to Post Modern, PAM also owns one of the nation's largest Native American art archives. With exhibits from all continents, there is a wing dedicated to contemporary pieces and a gallery of photography. Part of PAM is the Northwest Film Center which has regular film screenings in the Whitsell Auditorium located on the Museum's lower level. Check the website for special family events and traveling exhibits from all over the world.
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Hours:
Due to COVID-19, please check with the attraction for the most recent updates to their opening hours. Admissions:
- General Admission Adult $12; Senior (55+) $9; Student (18+) $9; Child (17 and under) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Meagan Wristen
Portland Local Expert
- Best Attractions & Activities: "The fourth Friday of each month has free admission during the afternoon."
- Museums, Cultural District's Best Attractions, Family-Friendly Museums: "They offer several free seminars for teachers throughout the year."
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: The Portland Art Museum is an internationally recognized art museum with a large collection.
- Best for Museums, Cultural District's Best Attractions Because: This is an internationally recognized art museum for its permanent collection and special exhibitions.
- Best for Family-Friendly Museums Because: Sunday afternoons begin with a kid-friendly tour, followed by interactive art--making activities in the colorful Kinney Classroom.
