Maude Kerns Art Center is a small community art centre near the University of Oregon, with rotating exhibitions, classes, and local arts programming. It is not a blockbuster museum, but it reflects Eugene's hands-on, maker-friendly cultural side.
Check the current show before going, since the quality and appeal depend on what is installed. It fits well with a campus walk or a low-key Eugene day built around neighbourhoods, cafés, and local culture rather than marquee sights.