“If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe.” - Carl Sagan
This is
Experiment
art. science. curiosity. pdx.
The Story
Dedicated to Curiosity.
Welcome to Portland's Museum and bar of experiences. Located right off of Stark St. in South East Portland at The Luxury Bread Building, Experiment PDX is a space for arts, science, curiosity, and creation. Experiment is by Portland for Portland and features classes, courses, workshops, and lectures by local artists, intellectuals, and culturalists. We host programs and events for all ages, not excluding adult events. Trivia nights, galleries, tastings, and nerdery of all manner is encouraged at Experiment because grown-ups like fun things too, right?
And did we mention an artisan bar?
Upcoming Events
May 19, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMExperiment PDX, 1403 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97214, USAWho said coloring is just for kids? Join us on Thursdays from 5-9 pm for our Drink & Draw nights! Whether you show up with your favorite coloring books or use our own coloring materials, there's a spot for you at Experiment, because adults like to have fun too! $5 Admission fee at door
Sat, Jun 25Experiment PDXJun 25, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PMExperiment PDX, 1421 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97214, USAJoin us for a creative day of nasturtium vine and flower making with Inga Ilze Peterson! You’ll learn how to make lifelike flowers with wire, cardstock, german crepe paper, and will leave with a completed piece ready to be displayed! Read more for info and registration!
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From crafts to experiments, community gatherings, learning, and lectures, there's no end to the curiosity happening in Portland! With multiple events every week, there's something for everybody at Experiment. Some events require tickets or booking in advance, so be sure to check out our calendar now and see what speaks to your curiosities!
After School & Camps
Happening throughout the year!
At Experiment, we believe in the weird, wacky, and whimsical! We also believe that children and students should have the opportunity to enrich their lives with hands-on learning experiences!
That's why we've teamed up with local educators, professionals, teachers, and even Mad Science, to provide your kiddos with top-notch S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) events, after-school programs, summer camps, and more!
Hardcore Crafts
First Saturdays & Sundays of Every Month!
Come one, come all! More than our Maker Menu, Hardcore Crafts offers attendees of all ages the chance to get hands-on and craft it up! Rotating and sustainably sourced monthly craft projects sure to spice up your life and creative mind.
Project details in our calendar for each month! TBA.
A Fine Day for Science
Third Saturdays & Sundays of Every Month!
At Experiment, we know that every day is a fine day for science! Hang out, learn, and apply your new knowledge to a variety of hands-on projects like circuit building, exploring cells under the microscope, mini robots, electro agents, kinetic sculptures, and so many other wonderful, mystical lab activities!
Apply to Host
Consignment, Workshops, Lectures, Installations, Exhibitions, and more!
Calling All Artists, Makers, Educators, Professionals, & Geeks!
Share your curiosity, passion, work, and expertise with your community through workshops, classes, lectures, gallery exhibitions, consignment opportunities, and more! Experiment is BY Portland, FOR Portland and we want to show off everything Portland's got to offer.
We are currently looking to book all aforementioned events as well as book mural artists, installation artists. So what are you waiting for? If this sounds like you apply now!
Our Menu
Small Plates & Tapas, Craft Cocktails & Mocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee & Tea, Kombucha, and everything delicious. Feed your brain and stay curious.
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Our partner in learning and exploring.
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Curious?
Coming Soon in 2022 at the Luxury Bread Building in Inner SE Portland! Stay tuned for updates & progress, including opening dates. The Quarantimes delayed our business once, but not this time!