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1859 Oregon's Magazine

Best Places for Oregon Creatives

The top 5 best places for creative careers in Oregon

written by Sheila G. Miller, Lindsay McWilliams and Kevin Max

Creativity looks different on everyone. Here are out top picks of Oregon cities that cater to the creative class or are just starting to buzz.

Top 5 best places for Oregon creatives #1: Alberta Arts District



Top 5 best places for Oregon creatives #2: Prineville



Top 5 best places for Oregon creatives #3: Cannon Beach



Top 5 best places for Oregon creatives #4: Wallowa Valley


Top 5 best places for Oregon creatives #5: Medford


Best Places in Oregon to Live, Work and Play
Categories: Art+Culture
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