We have made a real effort this year to offer more to our visitors and residents in terms of local artisan merchandise.
We are excited to share a wide variety of locally and Oregon-made items available in the gift shop:
Misty Meadow’s – Jams, Salsas, and Lotions
NW Gourmet Foods-Sandy, OR
Sandy Visitor’s Center Books for Sale:
We now carry a wide variety of books on hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, and recreation in Oregon.
Come see our selection
The following are examples of the items that we currently have for sale:
Decorative Gourds and Fiber Art
by Mary Gayle Van Ingen, Milwaukie, OR
We have a selection of locally roasted coffees by
-Bullfrog Coffee, Sandy, OR and
-Mt. Hood Roasters, Rhododendron, OR.
-Coffee Cozies by Green Love Northwest, Sandy, OR.
-Jewelry by Unique Perfection, Sandy, OR.
Glass Art by Alex Farnham, Sandy OR
Local art displayed next to Oregon Rain soaps, lotions, and candles, made in Sherwood, OR
Troy Vance, Sandy, OR – mosaic glass art
Mandy Red, Sandy, OR – Sandy Magnets, Kym Ojala Art Magnets, Sandy & Mt. Hood stickers
Becky Semler, ZigZag, OR -metal wire crocheted jewelry and baskets
Strand Tea, Sandy, OR
Local Art and Crafts
As the Gateway to Mt. Hood, the Sandy Area Visitor’s Center is here to help you find your way.
Do you need travel information or directions?
Stop by and check out our brochures, travel guides, and maps. Free information is available for most destinations and we will be happy to send you on your way with the information you need.
We also have resources on hiking destinations, sightseeing, dining, lodging, and more.
We also feature the work of local artists/photographers. There is a new artist on display each month.
February 2012 Artist of the Month – Phil Wells of Boring, OR – Phil Wells creates botanical castings and watercolor paintings. His work covers both of our walls and brings a touch of nature to our gallery.
Janurary 2012 Artists of the Month – Mt. Hood Flora – a compilation of prints featuring wildlife found on and around Mt. Hood
November 2011 Artist of the Month – Steven Ludeman
Past displays include:
Exhibit by Kym Ojala, Gresham, OR – original acrylic paintings
Sarah Lowe, Troutdale, OR – September 2011 Featured Artist of the Month
Exhibit by David Gaudin, Sandy, OR – custom classic car collages, landscape, and other photography
