Jayne & Norm
Things To Do
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Pictures can't do it justice, this Portland landmark is the quintessential place to get a panoramic view of our wonderful city. The boardwalk encompasses all the sites that make Portland what it is, from the riverside, the luscious greenery, and accompaniments alike. Taking a stroll through the space is filled with treasures and running along the Willamette river it is known as the heart of the city.
Portland Saturday Market
It is the largest continuously operated outdoor market in the United States. It is held every Saturday and Sunday from the beginning of March through December 24, in Tom McCall Waterfront Park underneath Burnside Bridge and south of the bridge, as well as within an adjacent plaza just across Naito Parkway, extending west to the Skidmore Fountain. The market's hours of operations are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m on Sundays, and admission is free. Along with arts and crafts vendors you will find some of the most delicious street food and drinks, incredible entertainers and musicians, and just an overall feel of the Portland culture that we love.
Portland Art Museum
The Portland Art Museum was founded in 1892, making it the oldest art museum on the West Coast and seventh oldest in the US. Upon completion of the most recent renovations, the Portland Art Museum became one of the 25 largest art museums in the US. It features a center for Native American art, a center for Northwest art, a center for modern and contemporary art, permanent exhibitions of Asian art, and an outdoor public sculpture garden. Free on the first Thursday of the month, $5 on Fridays 5pm-8pm.
First Thursdays in the Pearl District
Started in 1986 this district wide event is a celebration of everything Art, explore galleries, meet vendors and art enthusiasts for a look at Portlands thriving art scene. Most galleries are free and open to the public 6pm-10pm, live music on the closed off streets provides the perfect atmosphere to enjoy all the offerings.
Mill Ends Park
Mill Ends Park is a tiny urban park located in the median strip of SW Naito Parkway, approaching esplanade along the Willamette River near SW Taylor Street in downtown Portland, Oregon, United States. The park is a small circle 2 ft across, with a total area of 452 sq in. It is the smallest park in the world, according to the Guinness Book of Records, which first granted it this recognition in 1971.