I’m building an open-air art museum in Portland, OR with some talented friends.

We’ve started!

We're building an open-air museum for people who are interested in low-no cost outings and thought-provoking experiences. The art exhibits will explore engaging topics to be interacted with.

We are breaking down the barriers to create, showcase, and experience perspective expanding experiences, join me.

Free Outings

They include a collection of art exhibits that follow an overarching theme and help drive foot traffic to local businesses and services. Visitors can scan information cards to learn more about exhibits.

  • Routes are indicated on street way finders, social media, and our web app. They include a collection of art installations that follow an overarching theme and help drive foot traffic to local businesses and services.

  • Art Exhibits are a mix of permanent and rotating artworks in various media. Visitors can scan information cards for more information about the artworks and artists through our digital experience. You can support and follow them directly or buy their work through our retail store.

  • Our programming will open your eyes to the beauty of the world around you. From interactive installations to thought-provoking exhibitions, we offer something for everyone. We work with curators and the public to set route themes and exhibits.

Creative Experiences

We work with local artists to create unique popup events and creative experiences within the neighborhood.

  • Art installations use new media technology and multi-sensory experiences to invite visitors to engage with the artwork and topics.

  • We believe creativity should be accessible. We craft unique workshops in the most iconic locations around the city and provide all the materials you need to create a stunning souvenir. We’ll hold collaborative workshops where you can build an art exhibit for the musuem.

  • We offer artisan-made goods from the creatives currently showing in our museum. From jewelry to home decor, you're sure to find something.

Digital Experiences

We are creating a free way to watch and interact with the museum. Take the experience home by interacting with the neighborhood, art exhibits, and creatives on a variety of platforms.

  • Our interactive informational platform is the perfect way to dive deeper into the art and culture of Portland. With our QR code scanning, wayfinding, and AR features, you can unlock the secrets of the city and gain a deeper appreciation of its hidden gems. Come explore Portland with us!

  • Get an inside look at all the amazing things happening in the city with our interactive live stream. See what's new in Portland, explore the museum, and meet the creatives that make the city so unique. Plus, put yourself in control of the content you want to see. Get the inside scoop on Portland today!

  • Our series features professional artists and their work, so you can learn from the best. Whether you are looking to pick up a new skill or want to follow along as we build a museum.

Check out our archivist in action

Kimberly Marie Kimble captures OPAM project

View Their Portfolio
An example of our door decor: St John's bridge painted with the St. Johns in script
Barrel Room House Band doing live karaoke
Artisan photography by Kimberly Marie Kimble for the Barrel Room of a musician playing a piano
Live band playing at the Barrel room, photo by Kimberly Marie Kimble
Roxanne writing out her thoughts on a white board
Roxanne building a portrait frame in the theme of Alice and Wonderland
A woman on a ladder painting a mural that says "Barrel Room Live Music" with a colorful guitar illustration.
Portland, OR sign and the bridge
Painted mural depicting a guitar and a bridge at sunset, with a background of a city and Mount Fuji.
A person standing on a step stool painting a mural that says 'BARRER BOOM Live Musi' with the person holding a paintbrush in front of the mural.
In progress mural of piano with the portland cityscape painted in front. Wagon and painting supplies off to the side
Outdoor scene with painting supplies, including a step ladder, paint bottles, and a small table with a painting in progress, on a sidewalk against a wall with a mural and partial sign reading 'Love' and 'Music'.
The digital sketch of two pianos with the portland, OR Old Town sign #barrelroompdx
A computer monitor on a desk with a smaller tablet in front capturing a photo of two women smiling, one holding a camera, with colorful artwork and craft supplies in the background.
A black dog with a white patch on its chest sitting indoors in front of a woman wearing a black and white polka dot shirt, with shelves and tools in the background.
A woman in a yellow jacket smiling outdoors, holding a notebook, with an American flag display in the background.

Creative Agency

We work as an agency on behalf of our freelancers. We feature them on our various marketing platforms and offer an array of additional services to help their business grow.

  • We develop digital and tangible products on behalf of businesses and retail customers, while cultivating a community of creatives focused on collaboration. People use us to bring their vision to life through strategy, empathetic innovation, and measurable success.

    Our network built with multi-disciplinary creatives from diverse backgrounds and skill sets gives us an edge when placing teams together for contracts and grants. It can help ensure creatives are paired with projects they will be engaged on.

  • Art Exhibits are a mix of permanent and rotating artworks in various media. Visitors can scan information cards for more information about the artworks and artists through our digital experience. You can support and follow them directly or buy their work through our retail store.

  • An artist showcase web series will help tell stories of makers who wish to share their creative journey and where fans can support them and buy their work.


    For some art installations, we will film artwork being made for visitors to explore the inspirations and techniques. We are creating a free marketing platform for local creatives, businesses, and the city itself.

  • Our retail platform showcases your business, includes multiple avenues to sell, includes access to a professional photography studio, and shared knowledge base of a community of creators.

  • We compile our analytics from our product studio, interactive exhibits, retail stores, and engagement analytics to help you stay competitive.

Neighborhood Services

Are you an Old Town Chinatown business tired of handling economic recovery alone? Help us make our neighborhood more resilient with an open-air art museum! With an open-air art museum we will integrate our neighborhood, create more vibrant and creative communities, and make your business stand out with engaging foot traffic drivers.

  • We produced ads and content featuring your business for our internal ILS, Web series, Wayfinding, AR, Catalog, Digital Experiences, and Social Media.

  • They include a collection of art exhibits that follow an overarching theme and help drive targeted foot traffic to local businesses and services. Visitors can scan information cards for more information about the creatives, artwork, and themes.

  • Interactive art installations and popup shows use new media technology, selfie stations, multi-sensory experiences, and social media engagement to invite visitors to engage with your business.

  • Our merchandise and souvenirs are artisan and made locally and sustainably. We work with you so to create merchandise relative to your needs.

  • We'll create artisan marketing and branding content on your organization’s behalf. You can buy ad space on our platform to get the most out of your ad spend or sponsored display.

Beautification Services

We are using our community to transform underused miles of city streets – into active, vibrant, and accessible public spaces. We engage in community beautification by providing a variety of services designed to empower our neighborhood and community groups.

  • A way to make your business stand out and set the tone for your clients upon arrival. We use our skilled painters to transform your doors into works of art.

  • We design and paint interior, exterior, and plywood murals that are reflective of your businesses stylistic needs.

  • We create various forms of artwork (pattern, illustration, hand lettering, etc.) that are then applied to a surface to enhance its visual appearance and/or functionality. We create these design to match and tell your unique brand story.

  • Using existing tags as inspirations for mini murals and alternative to expensive graffiti removal. It also incorporates street artists into the museum.

  • We use sidewalk chalk to create temporary signage and art displays that promote your business and story.

Building a Horizontal Market