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Crafty Wonderland
Portland is a city that takes the “local first” mantra very seriously. The
products and innovations of its growing “maker” community underscore
the great pride that residents have in creativity-driven businesses.
There are many places across the city where travelers can learn more
about the wide range of Portland-made products. Crafty Wonderland
sells handmade goods from more than 180 of area artists, and Tender
Loving Empire offers local items ranging from prints and sculpture to
jewelry and home goods.
ADX houses a variety of makers in its mixed-use workspaces,
learning center and custom fabrication shop. Public tours, which are
available three times a week, provide a firsthand looks at the wood and
metal shops, as well as offering a chance for visitors to meet resident
artisans. Groups also can take part in classes and workshops to learn
more about different crafts.
The West End area of downtown is home to a number of businesses
that are owned by local artisans whose products gained a wide enough
audience that they needed their own retail spaces. Clothing, bags and

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living accessories are featured at North of the West, while Kiriko uses
Japanese textiles to produce apparel and tableware, and Maak Lab
offers natural soaps and candles. Another popular spot is Portland Gear,
which has a variety of traditional and quirky city souvenirs.
To learn more, contact Heather Anderson of Travel Portland at heather@
travelportland.com or visit travelportland.com.
TOP ATTRACTIONS
Powell’s City of Books, Portland Saturday Market,
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
TOP FESTIVALS
Portland Rose Festival (May 29–June 11, 2017),
Oregon Brewers Fest (July 26–30, 2017)
TOP CULINARY EXPERIENCES
Forktown Food Tours, Feast Portland (September)

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