Education & Outreach
Education and Outreach programs are at the core of the Museum’s mission to provide access to art of enduring quality and to educate a diverse audience about art. In addition to art education programs, classes, and lectures, the Museum offers valuable tools for researchers, educators, and the general public.
Museum Podcasts
View recordings from select public programs in our media area.
Kress Pilot Project
The Kress Foundation has awarded the Portland Art Museum a grant to produce a selection of videos exploring art in the Museum’s permanent collection. More >
Community Programs
Check out the Museum's classes, lectures, tours, and programs designed to enhance your experience and knowledge. More >
Family Programs
Check out the Museum's fun and engaging art exploration activities for the younger set and families. More >
Teacher Programs & Resources
Complement your curriculum and enhance your school group tour with cost-effective resources designed to foster art appreciation. More >
School Group Tours
Customized to your needs and age groups, these docent-led tours provide students with explanations and insights. More >
Crumpacker Family Library
Comprised of 35,000 volumes, the Library is the region’s most comprehensive non–circulating art resource open to the public. More >
Discovery Center
Drop in and discover the many facets of art through books, online resources, and hands-on activities tailored to adults, teens, children, and families. More >
Northwest Film Center
The Film Center is one of the country's largest and most respected media organizations. Providing year-round exhibition and education, the Center is a resource that connects to the film scene across the region. More >
