Astoria Open Studios Tour

Textile artist Cicely Gilman creates hand-painted silks and original paintings. Courtesy of the artist.

Astoria Open Studios Tour

Jul 25 – 26

by Joseph Gallivan

Over 50 local Astoria artists will open their studios to the public for the 16th annual Astoria Open Studios Tour, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at where and how they work. Take this self-guided adventure and discover why artists flock to this rainy town in northwest Oregon. Is it for the light, the legendary cheap rent or the chance to work without being distracted? astoriavisualarts.org