We had a wonderful birthday party here. The owner is great with kids and everyone had a great time.read more

We had a group of nine kids for my daughter's ninth birthday party, and it was such a success!…read moreElizabeth was knowledgeable and kept the kids on track while also listening and encouraging them to have fun. The special plate for the birthday girl that everyone contributed to was a great touch! I would highly recommend this spot!

Amazing service- very helpful, really detailed and just overall ~good vibes~…read more This place has got everything, so thoughtfully curated for my arts & crafts loving self. Great place to get gifts for kids or cute souvenirs. The store organization also just makes so much sense and transitions really well between sections. I'm all about the spacial planning. The cards selection is perfect! Pricing feels like a good mix of good value to expensive. I could have spent so much time in here if I hadn't had dinner plans already. I left with so much joy!

This was such a lovely store to stop into while walking up and down Alberta. My partner and I…read morehappened to stop in on a weekend where they were holding a major sale, so there was a ton of stuff on clearance as an added bonus. The store itself is cute and cozy. I would warn folks that it is very tight navigating in places-- I am petite and still felt a little claustrophobic. A lot of that is likely the crowds on sale day, but isles are narrow and there are a few places where you can get "trapped" if other customers don't see you standing behind. I absolutely love stationary, and this place scratched my letter-writing itch. I ended up picking out a couple of sets of cards + envelopes to add to my collection. These are BEAUTIFUL and well made. Prices were reasonable, and the clearance items were an absolute steal. The staff were super friendly and attentive and they seemed to be doing a good job keeping everything in order even though there were a lot of people here.

Very sweet spot for a birthday party. We attended a friends party and they kids made three crafts…read more Paula, our host, was very hands on and helped the children make decisions for their art pieces. The parents of the birthday girl rented the space for 2 hours and that seemed to be a perfect amount of time for three crafts, and cake.

Paola is great and has introduced our son to new artists (many I didn't know of myself!) and always…read moremakes the projects accessible for a variety of ages. The projects the kids come up with by the end of her sessions are very unique and creative.

Always love a coop gallery and the variety of art they showcase. The Artistic Portland Gallery on…read moreNE Fremont brings together several artists across many mediums. What caught my attention and drew me in was the absolutely stunning textured scarf in the window in several shades of aqua, teal, and a bit of lavendar. Reminded me of the colors of the sea, which is always what appeals to me. As I wondered in, I was impressed with the variety. Ceramic wall clocks, some shaped like the beloved VW van, handmade jewelry, watercolors, oils, postcards, canvas, framed prints, textiles - basically something for everyone, including prices. Located right next to Bagel Land, it's a worthy destination.

As a neighborhood co-operative there are so many selections and a variety of artists. The gallery…read moreoffers a selection of gifts and wonderful art to complement any style home or office. The folks who work there are always one of the members and they are willing to talk to you and answer questions. Friendly folks!

Liesl is so kind and talented. She has created an amazing store/environment with so many choices of…read morejewelry, furniture cards and art that I just visit to de-stress. I went to a fun art show last Friday with a talented local artist, fun people to talk to and perfect margaritas. Her location is so cheery because of her warmth and plenty of windows ready to catch any sun that exists in Portland.

Cutest local store ever with such a cozy feeling! Definitely recommend a visit when in Portland!read more

Instead of just running D&D games for a swarm of kids and calling it good, this summer camp is…read morepacked with awesome crafty workshops led by RPG pros and a completely unique storyline that not only promotes collaboration between players, but subtly teaches inclusion and compassionate decision-making without losing any of the fun in storytelling! Add to that the incredible amount of custom 3D-printed minis & props & souvenirs that each week of camp brings, and you've got a stunning newcomer on the local summer camp scene!! FYI, the word is that they're making plans to revisit this same concept for adults too, so don't you worry none, neighbors! The Circle of Everwyr might call you to join your fellow heroes soon, too!

Great interactive and educational experience! Fun and engaging for the kids. Can't recommend high…read moreenough

Nucleus is a very cool space housing both an art shop and an art gallery. This spot is located on…read moreAlberta St where street parking will be your best bet. Once you get inside, you can choose which section of their space you want to start browsing first. In their shop section, there is definitely a lot of cool artwork you can buy to support local artists and add some character to your own space. Their exhibits usually rotate to highlight new local artists and their work so be on the lookout via their social media for updates.

Such a cool art shop! Had a lot of artists that I recognized! I feel like the selection was great…read moreand I got good vibes throughout my visit.

I adore Guardino Gallery. It's a warm and inviting space, perfectly located in the most lovely…read moresection of NE Alberta, in one of the historic buildings that line the street. Guardino is lovingly curated, with a flair for dramatic and whimsical pieces that are absolutely delightful. Some of my favorite artists have shown their work here, like Stephanie Brockway, Tamae Frame, and Jay Perry. The front portion of the gallery is dedicated to the one or two artists being featured that month, while the remaining portion of the gallery on the west side and rear house pieces by a collective of what I assume are local artists. You'll find handmade jewelry, small artifacts and gift items, as well as large statement pieces like sculptures and totems. I could spend hours taking in the sights, dreaming, and falling in love with the art found here. Guardino is a special place.

I used to adore Guardino Gallery, but no more. Today, June 11, 2025, I politely asked if they'd…read moreput up a poster for Saturday's "NO KINGS DAY" anti-Trump rally in downtown Portland and was verbally attacked by the manager (in front of a customer). I introduced myself as a neighbor and customer (we've bought a big painting, jewelry and other smaller artworks over the last 2 1/2 years). But under the new ownership, the vibe is definitely different. Previously, I would have given Guardino Gallery a 5-star review. P.S. The new owner's response does NOT give an accurate picture of the tone and tenor of her remarks in the store.

Really love this gallery for cool local artists. We 'discovered' David Friedman at this coop last…read moretime we visited Portland. This time we were thrilled to get a beautiful painting by Michelle Purvis and discovered the amazing textile works of Kim Tepe. We wished they were better at packing and prepping pieces for travel- they had only enough to tape bubble wrap to the front of our purchased art piece and had to tape it directly to the frame as well.

Of all the fabulous shops on Alberta Street - and there are oh so many, - this gallery/art shop is…read moremy favorite. There were so many art pieces there when I visited that I loved. Of course, on any given visit, there would be different local artist's works exhibited, and there's no guarantee that some or any works would appeal to me (or to anyone, on any given day. Art is so subjective, and the featured artists here change regularly). I was just lucky that I loved so many pieces of art when I visited. There are many things I loved about this gallery: they showcase a wide range of artistic works, from photographs to paintings to sculptures to glassworks to artisan hand-made jewelry and more. All the artists are local. All the art pieces are for sale. There is a huge range of prices for the works, so there really is something for any budget. (Note: when I was there, there were postcards and small prints with the featured photographer's works on them, and these were super reasonably priced). And best of all, you can often chat with the artists who are there! I loved the fact that the featured jewelry maker was there, and she talked about her inspirations and her artistic process. It was fascinating (and she was super talented - and nice to boot!). I love supporting local businesses and local artisans and artists, and this gallery checks all the boxes.