Building connections in support of Port Townsend’s vibrant cultural sector
The City of Port Townsend is proud to be the new home of the Port Townsend Creative District! Creative Districts are areas in towns and cities across the state whose identity and community have a special connection to the arts. The Washington State Arts Commission created the program to help provide visibility and support for the artists and creative economy in these places.
Each Creative District chooses its own activities and focus. Port Townsend defined six artistic disciplines so that a wide breadth of the creative community has a stake in the work of the district. Its primary goal is to support a thriving year-round economy for artists. The geographic footprint includes areas of concentrated commercial and creative activity, but the resources of the Creative District are designed to serve the whole community.
Join ArtWalk
From 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on first Saturdays throughout the year, local galleries and venues put on special exhibitions featuring local artists.
Visit the Help Desk
Every Thursday from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the PT Public Library, artists of all kinds are invited to come by with their questions and projects.
Connect at Nexus
Every fourth Wednesday from 6:00-7:30 p.m. from January-October, join us for a local artists’ meetup at rotating venues.
Discover Local Artists
Browse the Artist Directory to learn more about the breadth and talent of creative practioners who live and work in Port Townsend and East Jefferson County.
Check the Calendar
Our community calendar brings together all the things that make Port Townsend and the surrounding area a vibrant place to live and visit. See what is going on in the Creative District beyond!
Stay in touch!
Sign up for monthly news and other updates from the City of Port Townsend Arts and Culture team. Information about what is going on in the Creative District, Port Townsend Arts Commission and more. Thank you for getting involved and supporting the arts by staying informed!
Artist Directory
Learn more about the artists who live and work in Port Townsend and East Jefferson County.
