Children's Museums

Portland Puppet Museum

Name: Portland Puppet Museum
Address: 906 SE Umatilla St, Portland, OR 97202, Portland, OR, US
Telephone: (503) 233-7723
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (164 reviews)

📍 906 SE Umatilla St, Portland, OR 97202

📞 (503) 233-7723

🌐 www.puppetmuseum.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	2–8 PM
Friday	2–8 PM
Saturday	2–8 PM
Sunday	2–8 PM

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About Portland Puppet Museum

Whimsical puppet exhibits & performances. Quaint place with fanciful puppets on display, live puppet shows & make-your-own puppet workshops. The museum houses a collection of 200-400 puppets across over 50 different exhibits, including puppet memorabilia from around the world. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 164 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Puppet Museum
Location: Sellwood neighborhood, Portland, Oregon
Opened: May 2012
Highlights: 50+ exhibits with 200-400 puppets and memorabilia from around the world
Hours: Thursday-Sunday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The museum houses a collection of 200-400 puppets across over 50 different exhibits, including puppet memorabilia from around the world
⭐The museum operates on a donation-based model rather than traditional admission fees, relying on donations, workshop ticket sales, and live performances for funding
⭐The museum offers educational outreach programs including Senior Tours, homeschool programs, and partnerships with Boy Scout and Girl Scout organizations
⭐The museum maintains an outdoor theater and frequently performs at community events including the Italian Festival, Robin Hood Festival, local shopping centers and schools

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan to donate when visiting, as the museum runs on donations rather than admission fees. Reviews emphasize the passionate staff and mission to preserve puppetry, making financial support especially meaningful and appreciated.
🕐Visit Thursday through Sunday between 2-8 p.m. when the exhibit hall is open. Summer visits offer additional puppet shows in both the exhibit hall and outdoor theater, providing more interactive experiences.
💡Engage directly with the knowledgeable staff and owner Steve, who are passionate storytellers eager to share detailed histories of puppets and puppetry. Plan for an interactive experience rather than self-guided browsing to fully appreciate the collection.
💬Expect an intimate, densely packed space filled with 200-400 puppets of various sizes from around the world. The museum is small but rich with antique and historic puppets, so allow time to explore thoroughly without rushing.
💡Check for special events and fundraisers like the Christmas Bazaar, which combine museum visits with opportunities to purchase puppet-related merchandise and support the venue's mission.