97116 Art Show is a pop-up collaboration started in 2018 by artist friends April Hoff and Emily Lux. We have countless artist volunteers who make the show happen, and Cherie Savoie Tintary is always a real help in spreading the word. Thank you to everyone who makes this possible!
97116 Art Show is intent on bringing a fresh view of available local art, a venue for the fringe and underrepresented, and an event the whole town and surrounding communities can look forward to each year. Creators, we hope that even if you aren’t labeling yourself as an artist, you will submit. Community members and businesses, we would love to collaborate with you to make this just one of many impressive things Forest Grove has to offer. See Paint the Town for more information on how to get involved.
97116 Art Show 2026
Cawein Gallery at Pacific University
2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116
Opening Reception Friday Nov 20th, 6PM-10PM (Grab-pay-go)
Show Weekend Sat. 21st & Sun. 22nd, 12PM-4PM (Grab-pay-go)
Plan for opening night if you want the best selection!
Deadline to enter always Oct. 31st
Our show benefits artists and an annual charity
You will see your name on this list if you registered successfully. If you thought you did but don’t see your name, email 97116artshow@gmail.com
Beautiful message from Emily in 2025
Eight years in means some of our artists have become family. When @aprilhoffart and first I started this, Arliss was I think four, and this year he helped hang the show. It’s never not complicated, it’s never not stressful, but it’s also NEVER not inspiring as hell. We’ve shown in basements, abandoned gas stations, a Chinese food restaurant storage room, a former newsroom…and for last year, this year, and likely next @pacificu. I’ve said it before and it’s more true than ever – the democratization of art is culturally crucial. Community is EVERYTHING: we’re lost without it. This show isn’t just about art. It’s about tradition, and community, and understanding, and support. We invite you to be with us this weekend, and want you to bring your friends – especially people who feel like art shows are exclusive and not for them. Be with us. Come to the show.
You’ve always been invited.
