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Dog walking is common in the pedestrian- (and pet-) friendly Pearl District in Northwest Portland.
Credit: Aaron Lee
The chic Pearl District features galleries and cultural institutions, as well as stylish shops and acclaimed eateries.
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Dog walking is common in the pedestrian- (and pet-) friendly Pearl District in Northwest Portland.
Credit: Aaron Lee
In the Pearl, loading docks and cobblestone streets hint at this former warehouse district’s past, while stylish bars and gleaming lofts point toward the future. Read on for our favorite things to do and see in Northwest Portland’s Pearl District.
Acclaimed restaurants, brewpubs and neighborhood eateries occupy loading docks and sleek new buildings in this formerly industrial zone.
The Pearl District offers arts-lovers myriad options — but beer aficionados and playful tots are covered, too.
The walkable Pearl District houses national retailers and local favorites, from a vast independent bookstore to stylish boutiques.
Spend a day enjoying the Pearl District's best eats, drinks and boutiques with this handy guide to the central-city neighborhood.
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Since 1995, Froelick Gallery has exhibited and represented contemporary artists with strong and independent voices. Their works comprise many media and encompass many genres, and their careers range from emerging to established.
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Founded in 1979, this Pearl District gallery showcases artwork by nationally and internationally known contemporary artists and printmakers.
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Founded in 2013 by Theo Downes-Le Guin, Upfor presents emerging and established artists working in digital and other mediums. The 1,700-square-foot gallery offers a versatile exhibition and performance space in the Pearl District.
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This art gallery specializes in work by self-taught, 20th-century American artists and contemporary artists whose practices reflect an intuitive influence.
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Founded as the Oregon Center for the Photographic Arts in 1975, Blue Sky is a venue for local photography. The organization has expanded its offerings over the last 35 years to include national and international artists.
Covering an entire city block, Powell's is a landmark, a great bookstore and a microcosm of the city itself.
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This pub's distinct Northwest style brings a taste of Central Oregon to the heart of Portland, and its 18 taps feature Deschutes Brewery staples and seasonal favorites, as well as a selection of experimental beers developed and brewed on-site.
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In addition to 10 Barrel’s most popular beers, the Portland pub offers seasonal and limited-release brews only available at this location to round out its 20 taps. Elevated pub fare is served in an industrial-chic environment and on the rooftop deck.
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Rogue Pearl Public House features Rogue spirits and beers, distillery tours and outdoor seating. They are family friendly, dog friendly and feature full-service multi-tap bars with Rogue creations as well as other beers and spirits.
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The bartenders at Teardrop Lounge are dedicated to reviving and celebrating the classic era of mixed drinks. They serve truly handcrafted cocktails, creating tonic water, specialty liqueurs, bitters and tinctures in house.
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Vault Martini offers a modern comfortable martini bar atmosphere with a hint of Tsarist Russia. Come and sit by the fireplace, or at the eighteen foot ice-glass bar and enjoy a martini or cocktail. 44 takes on the classic martini.
