Paxton Gate

By WW Contributor

4204 N Mississippi Ave, 503-719-4508, paxtongate.com/paxton/portland .

Picture a natural history museum curated by science goths with a thing for highbrow gems and adventurous taxidermy. Now you've got an idea of Paxton Gate, where you can find everything from a case of vibrant butterflies to a jarred snake skeleton. Far from macabre, however, this unique store also features jewelry, plants and science kits for kids, lending the boutique the vibe of a shop curated by Tim Burton.

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