Call for Artists: Performances for the People

Posted on August 24, 2026

Performances for the People was launched during the 2026 Soundcheck Art and Music Festival as an afternoon of artistic performances in Port Townsend’s historic City Council Chambers. The use of this civic space to celebrate and engage with art and music felt...

Call for Artists: 2026 Art Awards Design & Fabrication

Posted on June 8, 2026

2025 Art Awards designed and fabricated by Victoria Power; photo credit Tyler Rowe, Cold Pizza Creative Project Overview The Port Townsend Arts Commission announces an open call for artists interested in designing and fabricating small sculptural works that will be...

2026 Art Awards Nominations Open Now!

Posted on June 8, 2026

Do you know someone or someplace that has made a difference in our community through the arts this year? Nominate them for a Port Townsend Art Award! The awards, a program of the Port Townsend Arts Commission, honor notable works of art, artistic achievements and arts...

Call for Artists: Uptown Street Fair Activity

Posted on May 27, 2026

Creative District Call for Artists: Uptown Street Fair Kids Art Activity    Project Overview  The Creative District announces an open call for artists interested in leading a drop-in, all ages arts/craft activity at the 41st Annual Uptown Street Fair on Saturday,...

Skate Park Mural Project

Posted on March 13, 2026

There is Art Coming to the Skate Park! The City of Port Townsend Creative District has received a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) to paint murals at the Seamus Sims Skate Park! The Park is located at 250 Monroe Street in downtown Port Townsend...

Call for Artists: ArtWalk Activation Fund

Posted on March 4, 2026

In 2025, the Creative District launched a funding program to bring new arts activations to Port Townsend’s monthly ArtWalk. The goal of this program is to support participating venues to partner with local artists to present live music, workshops, performances or...