SALEM IS MOPO ARTS & THEATER art galleries and theaters In the mood for life-size sculptures, Asian and Native American art, local-gallery browsing, and thrilling live theater? Salem’s art and theater scenes are as eclectic as they are vibrant and offer something for all tastes. INSPIRING ART GALLERIES From local quilters to avant-garde mixed media and ancient art, prepare to be wowed. The Salem Art Association is the nonprofit behind the incredible artist events and exhibits you’ll find at the free Bush Barn Art Center, The Annex and the Bush House Museum, and it also coordinates the highly anticipated annual Salem Art Fair in Bush’s Pasture Park. Located in Salem’s Willamette University, the Hallie Ford Museum of Art is Oregon’s thirdlargest fine-arts museum and offers more than 9,000 works, including an outstanding collection of Native American baskets and collections that explore the history of ancient, European, American and Asian art. At the Elsinore Framing and Fine Art Gallery, the nonprofit Artists in Action hosts local events and an intriguing annual spring signature exhibit. In the historic town of Independence, River Gallery showcases a number of local painters, ceramicists, woodworkers, jewelry makers and mixed-media artists. Launched by local Silverton artists, Lunaria Gallery is worth a visit for its display of locally made mosaics, sculptures, paintings and jewelry. Be sure to peruse the town’s celebrated outdoor murals, as well. LIVE ON STAGE If you’re into historic theaters and unique live performances, you’re in the right place. The theatrical performances are worthy of a standing ovation at Salem’s volunteer-run Pentacle Theatre. Pentacle has been producing plays and musicals by Salem Art Association Bush Barn Art Center Hallie Ford Museum of Art TravelSalem.com 18
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