The best way to find out what sparks your children’s creative passions – from music, dance and theater to visual arts and beyond – is to introduce them to a variety of art media from an early age. Luckily, the Portland metro area is rich with opportunities to do just that! Many of the following organizations offer special programs or performances for children and families and/or include young people in their performance troupes. Others simply offer wonderful cultural experiences for the whole family.
Family Fun
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* Fact-filled reviews of great places to go and things to do for families can be found by clicking on Family Fun Reviews on the left.
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(Please note: Metro Parent believes all of the family fun listing information to be correct as of the date of publication. We recommend you call ahead for hours, costs and special events. Whenever possible, we’ve indicated those attractions that are free. Addresses are in Portland, unless identified otherwise.)
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Visual and Performing Arts
Category: Dance, Music, Storytelling, The Arts, Theater Arts, Visual Arts // Posted on May 17, 2012 // Leave a Comment
Visual Arts and Crafts
Category: The Arts, Visual Arts // Posted on May 17, 2012 // Leave a Comment
In addition to the classes and galleries listed below, check your local parks & recreation department schedule for art classes and open art studio times.
Storytelling
Category: Storytelling, The Arts // Posted on May 17, 2012 // Leave a Comment
See “Libraries” for your local branch. Many offer storytelling events for all ages.
Portland Storytellers’ Guild
Category: Storytelling, The Arts // Posted on May 17, 2012 // Leave a Comment
Chamber Music Northwest
Category: Music, The Arts // Posted on May 16, 2012 // Leave a Comment
522 SW 5th Ave., Ste. 920
503-294-6400 (box office)
503-223-3202 (main office)
cmnw.org
Schedule includes a number of family concerts.
Community Music Center
Category: Music, The Arts // Posted on May 16, 2012 // Leave a Comment
3350 SE Francis St.
503-823-3177
communitymusiccenter.org
Music classes and performances for children and adults.
Ethos Music Center
Category: Music, The Arts // Posted on May 16, 2012 // Leave a Comment
2 N Killingsworth St.
503-AT-ETHOS (503-283-8467)
ethos.org
Individual and group music classes offered on a sliding fee schedule.
