Welcome to the transformed Portland Art Museum! We have completed a major expansion and renovation project that makes our campus more accessible and welcoming to all.
Self-Guided College group visits are available Tuesday through Sunday except during Museum free days and holidays. Up to 60 students and faculty may visit at one time.
College groups receive discounted admission of $10.00/student and free admission for two faculty with advance registration.
For college and graduate courses that require students to visit the Museum frequently (individually or as a group), we recommend the Course Access Pass: $35/student for unlimited admission while the course is ongoing. Quarter, semester, and year-long courses are all eligible. Students may pay for themselves as individuals or institutions may cover the cost of the entire class. Complete this form to request the Course Access Pass for your students.
Prepare for your visit
Please review the Agreements and Expectations (College) in advance with your students.
Entering the Museum
Faculty should check the group in with the greeter or at the admissions desk.
Please store bags in the white lockers near the coat check on the main level.
The standard group visit duration is 1 hour. You are welcome to stay longer, but please make space for subsequent groups if the galleries become crowded.
Guidelines for sketching in the galleries
Permitted materials:
- Graphite or colored pencils
- Erasers
- Blending sticks
- Sketchbooks or paper on a clipboard that is no larger than 9” x 12”
- Magic model clay with a paper or board working support (no larger than 9” x 12”)
Not permitted: dusty materials (pastels, conte, etc.), liquids, markers, pens, spray bottles, or easels.
Do not sharpen pencils in the galleries.
Do not leave materials unattended.
The Museum provides folding stools for use in most galleries. Please ask a staff member for assistance.
Resources
Explore the Poster Project and other free resources.
Looking for an indoor lunch room? We are grateful to Portland State University for making the Smith Memorial Student Union (1825 SW Broadway) available.
Interested in extending your time downtown? Contact these nearby museums to schedule a visit: Oregon Historical Society, Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at PSU, Japanese American Museum of Oregon, Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education, Portland Chinatown Museum.
Questions? Contact groups@pam.org.