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Carnation Contemporary, Kenton
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Carnation Contemporary

  • 5.08 reviews
  • $
  • Open now · till 5 pm

Carnation Contemporary is a bright, community-focused art gallery showcasing contemporary works by local and regional artists. Expect rotating exhibitions, intimate installations, and occasional artist talks in a relaxed, approachable setting—great for discovering emerging talent and thoughtful conversation. Visit to see thoughtfully curated art, learn about the artists, and enjoy a calm, creative atmosphere.

Quick answers

Carnation Contemporary in short

When is Carnation Contemporary open?

Mon–Fri closed; Sat–Sun 12–5 PM.

When is the best time to visit Carnation Contemporary?

It's at its best afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Carnation Contemporary indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

How much does Carnation Contemporary cost?

Google lists its prices as $.

Where is Carnation Contemporary?

8371 N Interstate Ave #3,Portland, OR 97217.

Right now · 12:00 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

Nearly as good as its best, 2 pm.

In its favour

  • Open till 5 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Indoors

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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 5 pm
monday
Closed
tuesday
Closed
wednesday
Closed
thursday
Closed
friday
Closed
saturday
12–5 PM
sundayToday
12–5 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 Carnation Contemporary
  2. 2 Oregon Contemporary · 1 min
  3. 3 Paul Bunyan Statue · 1 min
  4. 4 Kenton Club · 2 min
  5. 5 Harper's Playground · 21 min
8371 N Interstate Ave #3, Portland, OR 97217(opens the map)DirectionsTo KentonWebsitecarnationcontemporary.com

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

5.0from 8 reviews

Known for

  • Photography
  • Sightseeing
  • Relaxation
  • Art installations
  • Outdoor seating

The feel

  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Spacious
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Solo friendly

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.