Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
1430 Johnson Lane, Eugene, OR, 97403
Situated on the campus of the University of Oregon in Eugene, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art is celebrated for its huge collection of pieces from around the world. There's a focus on art from the Americas, Europe, and Asia, while changing exhibitions ensure there’s often something new to see.
The basics
Along with an extensive permanent collection, the museum brings in a rotation of works from celebrated artists as part of its Shared Visions program. Past artists whose works have been displayed include Pablo Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein, Damien Hirst, and Ansel Adams. The museum also hosts plenty of special events that range from artist talks to family-focused craft programs in Spanish and English. While most visitors explore independently, free tours are offered on a monthly basis—check the website for upcoming dates.
Things to know before you go
The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art is a must-see for fans of art.
There's a small admission fee to visit the museum with discounted rates for adults aged 62 and older. Children under 18, students, and University of Oregon employees enter for free.
The museum is accessible for wheelchair users, with a ramp at the front door. Loaner wheelchairs are also available on a first-come, first-served basis.
There’s a small shop on-site that sells souvenirs, gifts, books, and postcards.
How to get there
The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art is located on the western end of the University of Oregon Campus in Eugene, next door to the Knight Library. The closest intersection is 14th and Kincaid, about a block west of the museum. A number of bus lines connect other parts of the city with the Dads’ Gates bus station, about an 8-minute walk from the museum.
When to get there
The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art is open Tuesday to Sunday from late morning until early evening, with extended hours on Wednesday evenings. It closes for Juneteenth, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and for a couple of weeks over the Christmas and New Year's holidays. If you're on a budget, visit on the first Friday of the month, when it’s free to enter, or on a Wednesday evening, when admission is by donation.
The 20x21 Mural Project
Fans of street art will find plenty to see in Eugene thanks to the efforts of the 20x21 Mural Project, a city-led program that brought in dozens of artists from around the world—including France’s celebrated stencil artist Blek le Rat— to create murals around town. Most of these colorful murals are located downtown, just west of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum. Printed and online maps make finding the murals easy.
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