100 Free Things to do in
----Portland---
While Avoiding Bums and Hipsters
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Complimentary. On the house. Gratis. Free of charge. The following book contains a less than comprehensive list of what the city has to offer at no cost, just short of pulling up a park bench and making it your home. The list also avoids the spots that are overrun with people that are simply there for the sake of being seen at that place. Some items on the list are included since they are ‘free’ during certain hours during the week or where the price for admission is ‘suggested’. During these hours you can pay whatever you can afford, from nothing to the normal price.
Take what you can get, right?
Enjoy the city.
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Artful Architecture
People Perusing
Literary Liberation
Outdoor Observing
Examining Exhibits
Dime-less Detours
Frugal Farmers and Fleas
Priceless Parties
Engaging Entertainment
Play and Participation
Somewhat Seasonal
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---Artful Architecture---
The Grotto- free, natural gallery in the woods complete with replica of Michelangelo’s famous Pietà
Church of Elvis- free, famous confusing storefront in Chinatown that is never open
Address:
408 N.W. Couch St.
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--- People Perusing ---
Old Town- free, plenty of public art and galleries to stroll while taking in the neighborhood
Pearl District- free, formerly full or warehouses now a cute area filled with shops, restaurants and people
Central Eastside District- free, artists’ studios, cafés and other nontraditional exhibit spaces to wander
Pioneer Courthouse Square- free, as a popular meeting point, it is nicknamed the city’s living room
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---Literary Liberation—
Central Library- free author readings, oldest public library on the west coast