Art Galleries
The Chehalem Cultural Center features around 5,477 sqft. of art galleries that are free and open to the public, putting us among some of the largest gallery spaces in Oregon. The goal of the center is to feature local, regional, national and international artists that create work in all variety of mediums. Our galleries provide opportunities for critical dialogue, and connecting our community with a wide variety of mediums, processes, concepts and themes. Exhibitions typically rotate every two-months.
Galleries are open for viewing and art purchase:
Tuesday - Saturday | 9am - 6pm
Sunday & Monday | CLOSED
If you are interested in purchasing art from the current exhibition: please call 503-487-6883 or email Galleries@ChehalemCulturalCenter.org
Our partners at George Fox University host Art Talks that are open to the public on Mondays throughout the year in the CCC Ballroom. More information can be found here.
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Art for the People
Hampton Rodriguez
March 24 – May 6, 2026 in the Parrish Gallery
Public Artist Reception: April 3, 5-7pm
Working primarily with recycled materials such as magazines, newspapers, postcards, and advertisements, Hampton Rodriguez creates collage-based paintings on canvas that draw inspiration from everyday life and universal human emotions. The art in this exhibit primarily depicts images that many folks find engaging, relatable or come across in their daily routines. -
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Recent Works
An Exhibit with Nicole Williford
January 13-May 7, 2026 in the Loft Gallery
In "Recent Works", Nicole Williford continues her exploration of suburban americana. These works coalesce 5 years of Williford's artistic studies of American photo archives - her own families and those of strangers. Domestic scenes, filtered and cropped through her personal lens, explore themes of nostalgia and the myth-making of family life - stories and photos passed down between generations, details forgotten and re-imagined. This collection features drawings, paintings and printmaking - all of which dance between realism and abstraction. -
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The Painted Kitchen
February 3 - March 26, 2026 in the Central Gallery
This exhibit is a sneak peek into a new cookbook by Chef Allen Routt of the Painted Lady. “This is my cookbook. But it is not just about my cooking. It is about the community that has made this work possible: the hands, hearts, and seasons that continue to shape every plate we serve. It is a love letter to a valley, a table, and a life spent in the pursuit of something simple, beautiful, and true.” -Chef Allen Routt
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Chehalem Ceramic Showcase
March 30-May 6, 20 in the Central Gallery
Public Artist Reception: April 3, 5-7pm
We are happy to announce our fourth annual Chehalem Ceramic Studio Exhibition. All students and studio users from the year 2025 were invited to apply, and the exhibition was juried in-house. This exhibition celebrates our ceramic artists and 2025 ceramic residents, featuring what they made while in the Chehalem Ceramic Studio.
Exhibit Guide Coming Soon!
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Exquisite Creatures
Christopher Marley
May 12 - September 3 throughout the CCC
Artist, naturalist and New York Times bestselling author Christopher Marley reveals the obscure beauty in nature through his three-dimensional work with animal, mineral and plant specimens. Guests will experience the ancient connection between art, nature and science at Marley’s awe-inspiring exhibit. Tapping the natural world as his medium, his revolutionary work features rare elements of nature in the precise geometric compositions that have become his signature.
Exhibit Guide Coming Soon!
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Past Exhibitions
Can’t make it in to see an exhibit or want more behind-the-scenes content? Explore our galleries via the Bloomberg Connects app on your phone, tablet, or desktop! More content will be assed as we continue to build our our past exhibitions and add more about our current exhibitions.
Explore Our Galleries
Art Gallery iSpy
Each month, visit the CCC for the new iSpy card and seek out art pieces across our different exhibits, leading you on an adventure to explore our 5,477 sq ft. of gallery space. Careful observers who find all of the art pieces can visit the front desk and collect a unique card featuring a custom drawing commissioned from Oregon artist Noel Sherwood, Kalapuya Native American and part of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde.
SaturPLAY
Once a month, the community is invited to stop by the sensory table in our gallery space and learn more about the materials and techniques that were used by the artist and make their own project inspired by the exhibit to take home!
Upcoming Dates: April 11, June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, October 10, November 14, December 12
Public Art Receptions
Artist Receptions are a chance to explore our exhibits with others, meet the artists, and hear more about the ideas behind the art! They are free and open to the public and typically light snacks and drinks are served. Artist Talks generally take place around 6pm. Upcoming Dates: April 3, 5-7pm
Free Gallery Tours
Every first Saturday during the Downtown Newberg Art Walk! Stop by and learn more about the art in our galleries! .
Calls For Art
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Wild Wonders
Applications due by: April 17, 2026
Notification of selections: April 24, 2026
Exhibition Dates: May 12 - August 27, 2026
The Chehalem Cultural Center invites you to apply for an upcoming themed exhibit, Wild Wonders. This exhibition will celebrate the beauty, power, and mystery of the natural world, showcasing works inspired by flora and fauna.
This show will be displayed in tandem with Exquisite Creatures, created by artist Christopher Marley.
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Ceramic Studio Residency Program
Our goal is to support emerging and established ceramic artists who are interested in building community engagement alongside furthering their own clay practice. This Artist Residency is supported by the Oregon Cultural Trust and the Yamhill County Cultural Coalition.
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Show In Our Galleries
The Chehalem Cultural Center exhibits a wide array of artwork throughout the various galleries in the building. The goal of the center is to feature local, regional, national and international artists that create work in all variety of mediums. Our galleries provide opportunities for critical dialogue, and connecting our community with a wide variety of mediums, processes, concepts and themes. Exhibitions typically rotate every two-months.
