Spring is in the Air in the Pearl District!
Blossoms are out, the weather is warming. Time to get out, breathe in the changing season and enjoy a mask-free stroll surrounded by art in Portland’s original creative district.
Masks Off
Across the entire west coast, masks are no longer mandatory. Of course, there is still some discretion left to individual businesses, including vaccine verification, and many restaurants and bars will require showing your proof of vaccination card. Best to check the website of your destination to avoid being caught unawares.
Overall, as of mid-March, Oregon's mask mandate has been lifted.
NOTE: Masks are still required on public transit, per federal regulations. Again, check online if youre unsure of mask requirements.
Join the Clean Team!
Are you interested in keeping the Pearl District litter-free? Join the Pearl District Neighborhood Association's (PDNA)Clean Team! Volunteers receive equipment and training from the PDNA, and each team is assigned to a specific zone to make the task as easy as possible! It's a great way to get outside, meet your neighbors, and enjoy the spring while doing a little community service.
Meet-up times are Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Further scheduling and applications details are available on their website: Livability and Safety Committee
Art in Abundance!
Spring brings out an array of talented local artists, artisans, and events supporting the arts. Below is a list of the ongoing Portland events in the Pearl and close by, sure to shake off any lingering cobwebs from winter hibernation and connect with your art and culture spirit!
First Thursday Street Gallery
Urban Art Network's First Thursday Street Gallery begins next Thursday, April 7th.
First Thursday Street Gallery Location: NW 13th Avenue between Hoyt and Kearney, Pearl District, Portland
Hours: Thursdays from 5 pm to 8 pm.
April marks the start of the First Thursday Street Gallery, which runs every month through October! Don't miss out on dozens of incredible local artists and artisans selling their work on the historic 13th Avenue between Hoyt and Kearney. Check out Urban Art Network's Website for more details: urbanartnetwork.org
First Saturday Art Walk!
Don’t miss the First Saturday art walk kick-off on April 9th! First Saturday is a collaboration between Augen Gallery, Blue Sky Gallery, Froelick Gallery, and Laura Vincent Gallery! In the spirit of First Thursday events, these galleries had the idea to have an event every first Saturday through August.
Time: First Saturdays. 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Dates: April 9th - May 7th - June 4th - July 9th - August 6th
Visit each of the participating galleries listed below:
Augen Gallery
716 NW Davis St, Portland, OR 97209
Website: augengallery.com/exhibitions
Blue Sky Gallery
122 NW 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
Website: blueskygallery.org
Froelick Gallery
714 NW Davis St, Portland, OR, 97209
Website: froelickgallery.com
Laura Vincent Gallery
824 NW Davis St, Portland, OR 97209
Website: lvdesignandgallery.com
Saturday Market
Every Saturday, from 10 am-5 pm, you can find one of the country's largest continuously operating open-air arts and crafts markets. The weekly market features over 150 booths, showcasing a variety of arts & crafts sold by local Pacific Northwest artisans. Established in 1974, the market has a thriving membership of over 300 artisans.
Saturday Market Website: SaturdayMarket.com
If you feel like staying in, they have a shop online option!
Market Location: 2 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204
Hours: Saturdays, 10 am - 5 pm.
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