Bring a piece of The Shack at Sellwood Park home. This poster features original artwork created by local artist Leah Samour, and is inspired by this neighborhood landmark and the people who gather there.

Your purchase supports Sellwood Community House programs that keep our doors open to all—classes, camps, and community events right here in Sellwood. Thank you for helping us keep this a welcoming place to learn, play, gather and connect.

This poster is the first in an annual series…check back for the 2026 poster soon!

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Piano.Push.Play: A Thursday Evening Piano Series

Thursday nights, 6:30-8:00 pm | Free, in partnership with Piano.Push.Play | The Shack at Sellwood Park

Join us for another season of piano performances by talented musicians, in partnership with Piano.Push.Play.

Our artists for the 2026 series are:

July 16: Megan Diana
July 23: Darka Dusty
July 30: Jackson Grace
August 6: Asher Fulero
August 13: Jason Buchanan
August 20: Vince Kelly

Summer Sellwood Sessions

Friday Music & Picnics at The Shack

Friday nights, 6:30-8:00pm | Free | The Shack at Sellwood Park

Bring your own picnic, set out a blanket, and enjoy this wonderful line-up of local musicians! On summer evenings beneath the shade of 100-year-old fir trees, local musicians fill the park with gentle sound while little kids dance in the grass and neighbors gather on blankets and lawn chairs. You can overhear conversations about dogs, home gardens, and favorite neighborhood businesses—simple moments that weave the fabric of community tighter.

These concerts, launched in 2025, bring vibrance to summer nights, transforming the park into a living reflection of the joy and connection at the heart of the Sellwood Community House’s mission.

Artist Line-Up:

July 10: Katy & the Null Sets
July 17: The Rose Pedals
July 24: Essie and the Hum
July 31: Flyover States
August 7: Isaiah Mostafa
August 14: The County Fools
August 21: Reb & the Good News
August 28: Patina
September 4: Derek Montclair & the Wood Nickels opening for Kid Leisure
September 11: The Apricots

If you or anyone you know might like to play, please click here to fill out the interest form.

BodyVox at The Shack

four days a week | Free, in partnership with BodyVox‍ ‍| The Shack at Sellwood Park

Join us for another wonderful summer of dancing in the shade of the tall trees. BodyVox has lined up four classes that offer something for everyone. We look forward to dancing with you!

Class Schedule:

Mondays, 6-7pm: BeMoved with Daniel Kirk/Stephanie Miller
Tuesdays, 11-11:45am: Creative Movement for Kids with Hayate Alexander
Thursdays, 10-11am: Stretch Class with Emily Cole
Thursdays, 5-6pm: Open Contemporary with Alana Stubbs

Littles Classes at The Shack

Look for your favorite littles classes at The Shack this summer! These classes are $10, with advance registration required.

Click on the classes below for more information, age ranges, and to register!

Class Schedule:

Mondays: Ready, Set, Go!
Tuesdays: Music and Movement (No class June 30)
Wednesdays: Tiny Tumblers (No class June 24)
Wednesdays: Mighty Tumblers (No class June 24)
Friday: Ladybug Explorers (No class June 19 or July 3)

Tumbling at The Shack

Join us for three different levels of tumbling at The Shack this summer! These are stand-alone classes; sign up for as few or as many as you like. $10 per class, with advance registration required.

Click on the classes below for more information, age ranges, and to register!

Class Schedule:

Wednesdays: Tiny Tumblers (No class June 24)
Wednesdays: Mighty Tumblers (no class June 24)
Wednesdays: Tumbling Drop-In (FREE)

Ethos Summer Drum Circle

Mondays, 11:00-12:00 | Free, in partnership with Ethos Music Center‍ ‍| The Shack at Sellwood Park

Join Ethos Music Center for a joyful drum circle experience!

This all-ages, all-abilities session invites families, musicians, and curious newcomers to discover the joy of hand percussion in the warmth of the summer sun. Whether you want to learn fundamental drumming techniques, pick up an instrument and jump right in, or simply dance along to the beat, our welcoming circle has a place for you.

It's playful, it's lively, and it just might be the most fun you've ever had making noise outdoors!

Tai Chi

Thursdays | 1:00-2:00 Pm | $18 or $80 for a 5-class punch card/ DROP-IN | the shack at sellwood park

Summer Classes will take place at The Shack at Sellwood Park

Tai Chi for Health is an introductory class for both beginners and anyone returning to Tai Chi after taking a break. This class practices the Yang style, short form, which consists of 24 forms. Tai Chi helps us all with balance and slow breathing, feeling calm and strong in our bodies. Come join us and find out how joyful movement can be!

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Thank You to our Shack Sponsors

Sellwood Community House would like thank these sponsors for supporting a summer of community-funded fun at The Shack at Sellwood Park! Together, we are building a Neighborhood of Possibility where every family has access to joyful and enriching experiences, all summer long.

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Opening Day 2026

Photos by Ash La Mattino Perlberg of Weeno Photography

2025 First Summer Highlights

Looking Back to Summer 2025…

What a Wonderful Summer it Was!

Curious what we were are up to all summer?

Here are some details from The Shack, from June 20-August 22nd!

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Number of Zip Codes from the Portland area: 28!
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Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Montana, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia & Washington!
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Dance Classes with Body Vox, Story Times, Author Readings, Crafts, Sports & more!
2,087
Visitors borrowed a wide variety of recreational materials, from sports equipment to art supplies, and more!
3,112
Art Kits, Soccer Balls, Board Games, and More!
Infinite!

Videos from Our First Summer

Please enjoy these videos, showcasing some of the many magical moments from our first summer of The Shack at Sellwood Park!

Counselors-in-Training at The Shack

BodyVox at The Shack

Junior Staff at The Shack

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Sneak peeks, past gatherings, future dreams and more!

Imagine drop-in fun, 5 days a week, all summer long!

Then…

1972 Sellwood Park Summer Program

And now…

2025 Sample Sellwood Park Summer Program

What was the inspiration for

The Shack?

The Story of The Shack

Past, Present & Future

We hope you enjoy this short film about The Shack, directed, filmed, and edited by Randy Sean Schulman.

Fun Facts & Historical Dates-of-note:

The Shack at Sellwood Park opened to the public in 1923
Sellwood Park used to be the site of the City View Race Track, a premier horse racing facility, with the complex hosting a large track in addition to a cricket and baseball diamond
During WW2, Summer Park Programs were a way to keep kids busy & engaged when women joined the workforce to support the war effort
In the 1970s, lanyards made from gimp were king! Talk to anyone who grew up in Portland at that time, and they are sure to have memories of crafting these colorful creations in the parks
In the 1970s, 60 Portland Parks were staffed full time with free programming from 9am to 9pm all summer long

Have a fun fact about Sellwood Park that you would like to share? Email us here!

Donate to

Bring Back the Shack!

Support a Summer of Free Fun & Community Building at Sellwood Park this Summer!

Once upon a time, Portland kids spent their summers in their neighborhood parks, making lanyards, playing sports, learning dance, creating plays, playing music, doing crafts and living the carefree, unstructured days to the fullest.

This summer, Sellwood Community House is bringing the magic back! Your donation will help: