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Welcome to Portland!

Okay, we admit it... Portland is a little bit quirky. But isn't that what makes a destination fun? So watch our ballet rehearsing outdoors during the summer, stroll down our "talking" sidewalk or marvel at the Vacuum Cleaner Museum – this is Portland.

Portland: On Fire: Bullseye! - The name says it all. This innovative glass company, started in 1974 by three young glassblowers, is on target to become the leader in fusing glass art with versatile functionality. While recreating many of the 19th century American opalescent glasses for stained-glass workers, the company's founders...
Portland: On View: Talking Sidewalks, Dancing Fountains and the "Fish Garage" - Public art plays an important role in Portland's urban landscape, from the city's first piece of public art, Skidmore Fountain, to the inspired works displayed at the Westside MAX light rail stations. In fact, public art is so important that...
Portland: On Stage: BodyVox - What are the artistic limits of the human body? BodyVox is forever exploring the answer to that question. The work of this committed and inspired group of dance artists is characterized by a bold athleticism and inherent theatricality. Their movement surges from years of cross-training imbued with a...
Portland: On The Table: Microbreweries - Portland's love affair with beer stretches back to 1888, when local brewer Henry Weinhard offered to pump beer from his brewery (via Portland's fire hoses) through the pipes of the Skidmore Fountain to celebrate its unveiling. City leaders, fearing that residents might poke holes in Portland's only set...
Portland: On Board: Amtrak Cascades and the Portland "Big Deal" The Deal: In addition to great hotel discounts, save 25 percent off the best available regular adult fare on Portland-bound Amtrak Cascades trains. To take advantage of this exclusive "Big Deal" offer, call toll-free 1.877.678.5263 to reserve your Portland hotel room and...
Welcome to Portland!: Okay, we admit it... Portland is a little bit quirky. But isn't that what makes a destination fun? So watch our ballet rehearsing outdoors during the summer, stroll down our "talking" sidewalk or marvel at the Vacuum Cleaner Museum - this is...