Arts Council of Lake Oswego
Arts Council of Lake Oswego
Arts Council of Lake Oswego
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Arts Council of Lake Oswego, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was created in 1999 to ensure the arts will continue to be an integral part of life in our community. Through our diverse programs we commit to: • Provide access to fine art exhibits for residents and visitors • Advance lifelong learning through our free Docent Tours • Promote dialogue among people of all ages and backgrounds • Provide Art Literacy curriculum and free sculpture tours for students • Enliven urban landscapes while adding value to Lake Oswego's economy • Strengthen our community through private and public partnerships
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LyonsPDX
Lake Oswego, OR84 contributions
Jul 2013 • Couples
Lake Oswego has always supported the arts. That expanded to place public art on the streets and in the parks. The Arts Council is deeply connected to the outside world and has indoor space to show local artists. I have always enjoyed and been intrigues by what I saw. It is so refreshing for a small city like Lake Oswego to include art as a big part of our culture.
Written July 30, 2013
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Bonnie C
Corona, CA1,562 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
You can download the ap "LO" and follow the pushpins around downtown. A great hour and ice cream shops along the way or the French Bakery!!
Written August 9, 2018
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Sara V
Gearhart, OR28 contributions
Jun 2016 • Friends
For the last 20 years or so, I have rarely missed the Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts. It is held in late June every year, and includes an amazing variety and quantify of high-quality art and craft items. There is a special exhibit in the Lakewood Center - 2016 focused on art made of paper. The building also displays other work, including kids' art. In an adjoining big tent is the open art exhibit - with paintings, photographs and sculpture by local artists. Over the years, the quality of the open exhibit has improved considerably, and now competes with many galleries. In George Rogers Park, across the street, are booths selling ceramics, glass, paintings, woodworking, clothing, garden art, jewelry, even hand-made musical instruments, and toys. Music and food add to the entertainment value of the event. Even though the festival attracts tens of thousands of people, the transportation is well-organized through a shuttle system with multiple stops where parking is ample. Parking downtown Lake Oswego during the event is difficult to impossible. The festival is over for 2016, but June 2017 provides another opportunity.
Written June 27, 2016
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pdzip
24 contributions
Mar 2016
Downloaded the app (LO Art) and spent a lovely afternoon tracking down the various pieces of art. Every year, some parts of the collection change, while the best sculptures often stay and form a point of recognition
Written May 22, 2016
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loartist
Lake Oswego, OR3 contributions
Feb 2016 • Friends
This is a vital cultural center within the community of Lake Oswego. The art exhibits are excellent, representing local as well as out of town artists.
Written March 15, 2016
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moiinnj
nj396 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
We saw a mention of the gallery without walls and had heard that Lake Oswego was a pretty town so we decided to go for a little drive from Portland (about 20 minutes). At first we werent sure where the walk was, but when we found the Arts Council the woman there was extremely warm and helpful and gave us a map. We had such a nice time walking around the "Downtown" and spotting the sculptures. There were many of them, scattered all around, through the main streets as well as down by the water.The gallery was quite nice too- and the town is a great place to visit.
Written November 7, 2015
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Jack H
Lake Oswego, OR54 contributions
Apr 2013
You will be amazed at the wide variety of outdoor art located in downtown Lake Oswego. The sculptures are varied and wonderful to look at and enjoy. You can walk along the streets and sidewalks of downtown Lake Oswego studying and admiring the various sculptures. You can also stop at the various stores and small shops in downtown Lake Oswego where do you do wine tasting,purchase small items, and even have a bite to eat at one of the many fine restaurants.
Written May 7, 2013
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Jojo97034
Lake Oswego, OR29 contributions
Oct 2021
Love that the LO Arts Council has made it their mission to showcase the beautiful art througout Lake Oswego. A real treat seeing the new pieces pop up throughout the year
Written March 31, 2022
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Larryandtoniya
Lake Oswego, OR154 contributions
Aug 2019
How wonderful is it to view sculptures placed throughout downtown L.O.? Pretty darn great. You can pick up a self guided tour at the Arts Council or request (nominal fee) a docent led tour to learn about the artists & their inspirations to create their sculptures. Ever changing & always amazing. They also host “drink & draw sessions” with artists every few months ~ too much FUN❤️ Every community deserves an ArtsCouncil!
Written August 18, 2019
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Curtis S.
Lake Oswego16 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
The Arts Council is an important part of Lake Oswego, and residents and visitors alike see the work it does wherever they go around town: the most visible work the Arts Council does is to install sculptures all around town. Some are part of the city's permanent collection, others are on rotating loan; this is the Gallery Without Walls. The Arts Council also puts art in public buildings, holds art shows in its gallery space, sponsors "plein air" artists, and art shows all year 'round. It has a large and very dedicated group of volunteers as well as a talented, creative staff, and contributes a lot to the cultural and artistic life of this city!
Written April 11, 2019
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Stephanie S
Eugene, Oregon10 contributions
hI, when and where is the art walk in lake oswego? we'll be there from aug 24th-29th. and where are museums?
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- Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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