Portland Art Museum: Current Exhibitions, Events, and General Information
The Portland Art Museum (PAM) is the largest museum in Oregon, located in downtown Portland's cultural district along the South Park Blocks. It is known for its diverse and extensive permanent collections, which include over 42,000 objects spanning ancient to contemporary times across various mediums. The museum also hosts numerous major visiting exhibitions and is a vital cultural and educational resource for the region.
Current Exhibitions
Monet to Matisse: French Moderns: This exhibition showcases approximately 60 works of art from the Brooklyn Museum, featuring masterpieces by artists such as Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Henri Matisse, and Auguste Rodin. It explores the evolution of French modernism from the mid-19th to mid-20th centuries, including movements like Impressionism, Symbolism, Fauvism, Cubism, and Surrealism.
Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm: This exhibition features photographs taken by Paul McCartney during the early years of The Beatles, offering a unique perspective on the band's rise to fame. It runs from September 14, 2024, to January 19, 2025.
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Throughlines: Connections in the Collection: This exhibition presents fresh perspectives on beloved favorites and new additions to the museum's collection while the permanent collection galleries are closed for construction. It runs through November 1, 2024.
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Upcoming Exhibitions
Psychedelic Rock Posters and Fashion of the 1960s: Opening on October 19, 2024, this exhibition will feature more than 150 rock posters and nearly 20 fashion items from the 1960s, showcasing the leading artists and designers of the era.
Tomorrow Theater: Located at 3530 SE Division St., the Tomorrow Theater hosts a variety of screenings and events, including film screenings, Q&A sessions, and special programs related to the museum's exhibitions.
Hours: The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Admission: $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and college students, and free for children 17 and under, veterans, active-duty military, and museum members.
Accessibility: The museum is fully accessible to people who use wheelchairs, with wheelchairs and walkers available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Portland Art Museum is currently undergoing a significant renovation project to modernize its facilities and expand its gallery space, with the new Mark Rothko Pavilion expected to open in mid-2025.
