OREGON ZOO . PORTLAND, OREGON . WWW.OREGONZOO.ORG
This wonderful little gallery is located inside the primate exhibit building along with Charlie the chimp and all of his pals. Fourteen large, enclosed showcases exhibit superb works of art, which are changed every two months. New shows open the first Thursday of the run.
Top northwest artists specializing in wildlife, botanical and audubon painting and sculptures are featured. Each spring, artwork of Portland area children is featured. All work in the gallery is for sale with 30% of the sales donated to the zoo's general fund for the feeding and care of our animals.
| Operating Hours Gallery is open during regular zoo hours |
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| 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | October 1 - March 31 |
| 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | April 1 - September 30 |
The gallery is operated by the marketing division and managed by zoo employee, Terri Dill-Simpson, an accomplished artist in her own right. If you are interested in having a show at the Primate Gallery, or have questions, contact Terri at 220-5746, or send her an .
Current Exhibit:
Through December 31: A unique show of manipulated/etched photographs of animals and florals by artist Vicki Chase.
Future Exhibits:
January 4 - March 31: Photograhy by talented local artist, Cheri Arthur. Palnts from the Pacific Northwest traditionally rendered to produce a lovely series: "Wild Nature in Photography."
April 1 - June 1: Annual show of area student art.