Everett Station Galleries, Portland

Everett Station Galleries occupy the historic Everett Station Lofts, a group of early-20th-century warehouse buildings converted into artist studios, galleries, and homes. In 1989, developer Martin Soloway combined three historic buildings into a single complex with the help of public funding. Artspace later acquired the property, preserving affordable live-work spaces for artists. Exposed brick and large windows retain the building’s industrial character.

Rather than functioning as a single gallery, the complex is home to a collection of independently operated exhibition spaces and working studios. Around 15 small galleries present changing exhibitions across many media. The building has hosted notable project spaces and artists, while its shared courtyard supports collaboration among residents.

A distinctive feature of Everett Station Lofts is its ground-floor storefront studios. Under the building's operating agreements, resident artists in these spaces regularly open their studios to the public and participate in First Thursday art walks throughout the year. This creates an unusually direct connection between visitors and artists, allowing guests to explore working studios, discover changing exhibitions, and experience one of the area's longest-running centres for independent contemporary art.