Escape without having to go too far when you plan to spend a little romantic time together on a date at Hendricks Park. This is Eugene's oldest city park and it offers several natural amenities that will make your time together quite memorable. Over its sprawling 78 acres, the two of you will find a mature forest to marvel at, a highly-recognized rhododendron garden to admire, and several winding trails on which to stroll casually hand in hand.
Your senses will be awoken and dazzled at every turn when you visit the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art. The museum's mission is to constantly provide the means by which people's lives can be enriched through the enjoyment of art. And there is much to enjoy here, as the museum features a variety of pieces and exhibits that are rendered in various media and all make dramatic artistic statements. The facility is located on the campus of the University of Oregon and strives to maintain its reputation as one of the finest university museums in the world.
Art and music are in the air at the John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts. This impressive entertainment venue offers Eugene music fans an incredible array of performances by a wide variety of performers of all genres of music. In addition to the busy schedule of shows, the facility is also home to the Shedd Institute Music School where aspiring musicians can learn about their art and develop it to its fullest potential.