The Arts Make Better Communities!

In communities large and small, arts and culture are important contributors to the quality of life for residents. With the voter-approved Metropolitan Park District in place, there is now additional funding for parks facilities maintenance and enhanced recreation programming - including cultural arts. We hope you'll get involved in one of our upcoming arts workshops, programs, and events. 

Upcoming Classes/Programs

Arts and Ideas Lecture Series

The Business of Art - Thursday, November 7, 6 - 7 p.m.

The Tumwater Arts & Ideas Business of Art Lecture is a FREE event consisting of three mini-lectures with economic development professionals, artists, gallerists, and other individuals important to the Thurston County creative economy. Lectures will cover topics such as creating art, the importance of local galleries, and how cities and economic development entities can support artists and their business efforts. Light refreshments will be provided.

Registration required and space is limited. Register online. 

Film in the South Sound - Thursday, December 5, 6 - 7 p.m.

The Tumwater Arts & Ideas Film in the South Sound Lecture is a FREE event consisting of three mini-lectures with film industry professionals and other individuals important to the film makes in the South Sound. Lectures will cover topics such as screenwriting, production, and the efforts to support filmmaking in the South Sound. Light refreshments will be provided.

Registration required and space is limited. Register online. 

Color Your Canvas Painting Parties

Have you wanted to paint like Bob Ross? Join us for step-by-step painting workshops and create your own masterpiece to take home. No experience is required, just the desire to paint. Price includes supplies, coffee and tea. Registration Deadline is one week prior to each workshop. Pre-registration required. 

 6 - 8 p.m. Old Town Center. Ages 18 and up. $45 fee per session.

Thursday, October 10 (Fall Forest)
Thursday, November 14 (Autumn Church)
Thursday, December 12 (Snowman Celebration)

Register online for Tumwater Arts classes.

For more information on the Tumwater Arts Program:

Contact Tumwater Arts Specialist, Britt Bowman via email or call (360) 754-4160.