Roundabout Art Route & Riverbend Sculpture “Yakaya”
Bend’s Roundabout Art Route features an array of sculptures placed throughout town, including the dramatic stainless‑steel kayak sculpture Yakaya in Riverbend Park. This outdoor art walk invites playful interaction with public installations and offers a creative way to explore Bend’s neighborhoods on foot or bike.
(Start about 10 minutes away from Bend Riverside)
Map:
https://visitbend.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/RAR-2023-map-final-web.pdf
Red Chair Gallery – Fine Art & Contemporary Craft
The Red Chair Gallery, centrally located in downtown Bend, represents over 30 local and regional artists in painting, sculpture, and contemporary craft. It is regularly voted “Best of Bend” and provides an inviting space to view and purchase original artworks in a historic setting.
(5 minute drive, 0.6 miles from Bend Riverside)
Address: 103 NW Oregon Ave, Bend, OR 97703
Phone: (541) 306-3176
Website: https://www.redchairgallerybend.com/
The Workhouse Gallery – Artist Cooperative
The Workhouse Gallery, housed in a restored ironworks building, showcases imaginative, reclaimed-media and mixed‑media artworks by local creatives. Viewers can wander through quirky installations like powered assemblage pieces and enjoy onsite events in an intimate, community‑oriented studio environment.
(5 minutes, 1.8 miles from Bend Riverside)
Address: 50 SE Scott St #6, Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 241-2754
Website: https://theworkhousebend.com/
Art Station Classes & Open Studio in Old Mill District
Operated by Bend Parks & Rec, the Art Station offers group and open‑studio sessions in a wide range of media—from painting and printing to glasswork, jewelry, and sculpture. It’s family‑friendly, budget‑accessible, and perfect for budding artists of any age and skill level.
Temporary locations—See website for details
Phone: (541) 389-7275
Website: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/facility/the-art-station/
freak’n‑art DIY Workshops
At freak’n‑art, participants can join guided art classes or take advantage of flexible drop‑in DIY hours to experiment with fine art projects at their own pace. Their community‑centered model emphasizes creativity, mental wellness, and social connection through art-making.
(8 minutes, 0.3 miles from Bend Riverside)
Address: 1265 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703
Phone: (541) 508-7438
Website: https://freaknart.com/
