The Maryhill Museum - or the Maryhill Art Gallery as I think it should be called - is worth a visit if travelling in the Columbia Gorge. It's on the WA side of the river and has an interesting array of different objects. The museum itself has an interesting history because its founder, Samuel Hill, became a patron of the arts. He was supported by a couple of influential people in Europe who were friends and either art boosters, or artists themselves. If you're "cheap" and want a free visit, the sculpture garden isn't huge, but it's got some neat stuff. The views are tremendous and there are interpretive signs as well as a picnic area - all open to the general public. There's a big tribute to Rodin, examples of art from indigenous peoples, and some travelling exhibits. My favourite piece is Robert Douglas Hunter's, "Peter, the Little Leaguer". I enjoyed my visit and encourage others to take the time to see it.
The Maryhill Museum - or the Maryhill Art Gallery as I think it should be called - is worth a visit if travelling in the Columbia Gorge. It's on the WA side of the river and has an interesting array of different objects. The museum itself has an interesting history because its founder, Samuel Hill, became a patron of the arts. He was supported by a couple of influential people in Europe who were friends and either art boosters, or artists themselves. If you're "cheap" and want a free visit, the sculpture garden isn't huge, but it's got some neat stuff. The views are tremendous and there are interpretive signs as well as a picnic area - all open to the general public. There's a big tribute to Rodin, examples of art from indigenous peoples, and some travelling exhibits. My favourite piece is Robert Douglas Hunter's, "Peter, the Little Leaguer". I enjoyed my visit and encourage others to take the time to see it.
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