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Japanese-American Historical Plaza
This site along the Willamette River commemorates Japanese-Americans restricted in internment camps during WWII. Several large boulders bear inscriptions reflecting the Japanese-American experience through word and symbol. Another sculpture stands at the Steel Bridge, and cherry trees distinguish the site. Nearby, the Friendship Circle acknowledges Portland's relationship with sister city Sapporo. The tall structure is said to "sing" as it mimics the sounds of the Japanese flute and drum.
NW Naito Pkwy & Davis
Portland, OR 97204
503-823-7529
2 minutes; ½ mile
Museum of Contemporary Craft
Created in 1937 and originally known as the Oregon Ceramic Studio, and then the Contemporary Crafts Gallery, this museum is one of the oldest establishments for nonprofit crafts in America. The museum is located in a busy shopping district and provides a central hub for the creative community to connect and socialize, allowing plenty of space for educational and community programs too. Changing and permanent exhibits feature emerging and mid-career artists, both regional and international.
724 NW Davis St
Portland, OR 97209
503-223-2654
4 minutes; less than 1 mile
Oregon Historical Society Museum
History buffs and novices alike will enjoy a visit to this informative museum that tells the tale of the hearty pioneers that settled the Oregon Territory in the mid 19th century. Located downtown, the museum houses approximately 85,000 artifacts, photos, books, map and videotape as well as a research library that relates Oregon's history from early days until present.
1200 SW Park Ave
Portland, OR 97205
503-222-1741
4 minutes; less than 1 mile
Oregon Jewish Museum
The Oregon Jewish Museum is the only Jewish museum in the Pacific Northwest, and it serves as a repository for materials for the entire region. The collection has grown swiftly and includes interesting items such as Jewish head coverings, silverwork and photographs. A research library and extensive oral history collection are also available to the public.
310 NW Davis St
Portland, OR 97209
503-226-3600
3 minutes; less than 1 mile
Oregon Maritime Center and Museum
For a real taste of maritime travel and commerce in years past, you'll want to visit this intriguing museum. Its exhibits feature navigation instruments, model ships, photographs, memorabilia and artifacts from actual vessels. Exhibits are housed on the steam-powered sternwheeler "Portland" moored in the river. The museum is located on the river in Tom McCall Waterfront Park in front of the Battleship Oregon Memorial.
SW Pine St
Portland, OR 97204
503-224-7724
1 minute; less than ½ mile
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Hands-on exhibits where one can explore the science of robotics, weather, satellites, the human body, and more. Interactive laboratories. Science playground for children six and under. IMAX films.
1945 SE Water Ave.
Portland, OR 97214
503-797-4000
6 minutes; 1 mile
Portland Classical Chinese Garden
Occupying an entire city block near Chinatown, this walled garden was designed by landscape architects from Suzhou, Portland's sister city. Conceived of as a microcosm of the natural world, the garden offers a series of composed vistas and symbolic positionings of rock, water and vegetation. Courtyards, pavilions, gateways, bridges and walkways add structure, while a two-story tea house contributes height and focus. Naturalistic plantings indicate how studied, yet beautiful the created environment can be. The garden's official name, Lan Su Yuan, means "Garden of Awakening Orchids."
239 NW Everett
Portland, OR 97209
503-228-8131
2 minutes; less than 1 mile
Portland Art Museum
This museum, founded in the 1890s, sits along a quiet stretch of green called the Park Blocks. It's the oldest arts institution in the area and houses permanent collections that include Northwest Coastal Indian art, Chinese artifacts and European and Classical art. You'll also find contemporary American artwork, an outdoor sculpture garden, and space for presentations and seminars. In addition to its long-term collections, the museum also features a wealth of traveling exhibits.
1219 SW Park Ave
Portland, OR 97205-2486
503-226-2811
5 minutes; less than 1 mile
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