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.
There are classic events, and then there are classically classic events like the Oregon Bach Festival held the last part of June and into early July. Under the superb leadership of Helmuth Riling, the festival presents the choral and orchestral masterworks of Sebastian Bach. The event is held in Eugene at the University of Oregon's Beall Concert Hall and the Hult Center for the Performing Arts as well as other cities in Oregon.
Mom and dad will love the fact that the kids can learn about Eugene's history while getting some great exercise when visiting the Riverplay Discovery Village Playground. This is one of the largest playgrounds in the state and offers visitors a chance to experience the state's history and culture in a truly unique way. Creative play attractions and state-of-the-art features are the order of the day here, as the kids will enjoy climbing a 25-foot replica of Skinner Butte, uncovering fossils and exploring a replica of old pioneer villages.
Don't miss your opportunity to experience the thrill of river rafting down the McKenzie River. This water sports enthusiast's paradise offers everything from calmly gliding down a serene leg of the river to stepping up the action with a wild ride through the exciting Martens Rapids.