Visit the Action Center

In the heart of Old Town, a first-of-its-kind, interactive public space that educates and empowers visitors to tackle the global challenges posed by poverty.

INSIDE THE ACTION CENTER

Tuesday U: History of Islam in America, Tuesdays, Oct. 19 - Nov. 9

Tuesday University is back! The controversy continues over the proposed mosque and community center two blocks from the NYC 9/11 site; meanwhile a quiet history is waiting to be discovered. Find out what Muslims have contributed to the building of this country in "History of Islam in America."

Reflections on Justice & The International Criminal Tribunal: Sept. 2

Hear Judith Armatta and Norm Sepenuk in a lively conversation about international justice and the Criminal Tribunal at The Hague.

Tuesday U: North Korea - Politics, Foreign Policy and Daily Life, Jan. 11 - Feb. 1, 2011

Get past stereotypes and one-sided views of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and see the world as North Korea's leaders see it. Tuesday U's Winter offering is taught by PSU's Mel Gurtov.

Outdoor Film Screening in Portland: 9 pm, July 28

Bring your beach chair and blanket and take in the sights and sounds of an Oregon summer evening while viewing an Egyptian film in Skidmore Fountain Plaza. Garbage Dreams shows this Wednesday right outside our doors.

K-12 Offerings in the Action Center: 2009/2010

April 15, 2010

Two-hour, hands-on workshops geared towards grades 6-12 where students will learn about the root causes of poverty and how it effects specific counties.

VISITOR INFORMATION

In Portland, Oregon

Address:
28 SW First Ave
Portland, OR 97204
503-896-5002
Hours: Now open Saturdays!
Tuesday - Thursday, 11 am - 5 pm.
Friday - 11 am - 2 pm
Saturday - 11 am - 4 pm
Group and class visits are available Monday - Saturday, by appointment. Call 503-896-5002.
Closings:
August 23-September 4.

Group Visits:
The Action Center provides school groups, educators, and youth groups on-site workshops, activities and lesson plans. Group tours are also available for churches, businesses, and other organizations.Email us to register your school or group now.

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