Organizations aligned in a Gresham/East County vibrant arts & culture environment
Gresham Area League for the Arts
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GALA is dedicated to fostering a vibrant collaborative art community by promoting accessible exhibits, events, educational opportunities, and culturally rich artistic diversity.
​About Gresham Area League for the Arts
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Connecting Artists & Community: GALA fosters thriving visual arts opportunities in Gresham and surrounding areas.
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Art Shows & Events: GALA invites the community to explore creativity through submitting work, attending exhibitions and Art Talks.
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Educational Opportunities: GALA cultivates art appreciation through education and connecting with other partner organizations.
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Advocacy for the Arts: GALA works to ensure the arts remain a vital and relevant part of our community.
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Community Engagement: GALA welcomes involvement to be part of a vibrant network of artists, art enthusiasts, and community leaders.
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Upcoming shows
​Upcoming Exhibits
Art has a unique way of capturing the essence of home. GALA invites you to join us for My Pacific NW, an exhibition hosted at the Gresham Council Chambers Lobby. This collection features diverse interpretations of life in our region from the energy of our city streets to the deep roots of family
Upcoming Art Talks
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GALA Art talk with Penny Wilcox
Engage in some mindful art practices to help ground you in the present moment, and then respond creatively to nature poetry from Mary Oliver using color, lines, shapes, and words. This interactive experience will be led by local creative practitioner Penny Wilcox. April 18, 2026
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