Methow Arts is Making a Difference.
The Methow Arts enriches the lives of people in Okanogan County by making the arts an integral part of public school education, economic vitality & community.
We envision a future where artists & art organizations collaborate & thrive, where the
arts are part of the consciousness & experience of people of all ages.
Our Mission
Our History
Established in 1983, Methow Arts Alliance is a non-profit organization based in Twisp, WA.
Methow Arts operates through an array of programs in Arts Education, Promotion of the Arts, Leadership, Public Art & a year-round performance series for schools & its community.
Through arts education, performance, & leadership, we work to ensure that the Arts are accessible & central to the daily lives of residents in rural communities in Washington State.
Methow Arts is a 36 year-old, nationally-recognized organization focused on place-based action & collaboration through the arts.
With support from our community, Methow Arts has helped build a vibrant & healthy community, ensuring the arts are a cornerstone of life Okanogan County.
“I have witnessed a student who struggled with verbal communication find passion in painting watercolors to music, & then she used her art to communicate her feelings.”
— Methow Valley Teacher
"Art class is where I feel most like myself. I can be creative & share my ideas without worrying about being judged. It's my favorite part of the week."
— Art Student
"An English language learner bonded with his teacher & gained confidence in his artistic instincts, using art to express himself & overcome language barriers."
— Methow Valley Parent
Upcoming Events
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Sponsor our Summer 2025 Magazine
Support the arts & reach a vibrant community of art lovers, creators, & local businesses by sponsoring the Summer 2025 Methow Arts Magazine!
Deadline: February 24th, 2025 -
Writing Through the Mess: Becoming Community Through Play
Poet Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer invites us to bring our playful selves, our wounded selves, our silly & serious & curious selves into a welcoming, supportive, generous environment where we can explore & create together.
February 21-23, 2025
At Room One, Winthrop Library & Trails End Bookstore -
Navigating the Menopause Transition
Join Dr. Kellie Moore, Dr. Jenna Rayachoti, Jessica Peterson & Kelsey Bourn for a community conversation on navigating perimenopause / menopause.
Thursday, February 27th, 2025
5:30 P.M. - Tea & Snacks
6:00 P.M. - Discussion beginsHosted at Methow Arts
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TAIKOPROJECT
Experience the pulse-pounding energy & artistry
Thursday, March 20th, 2025
7:00 P.M.
At The Winthrop Barn Auditorium -
Jarabe Mexicano
Experience the lively fusion of Mexican Folk, Rock & Roll, & Cumbia
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
7:00 P.M.
At The Winthrop Barn Auditorium -
Methow Arts Charity Golf Classic
Help support Youth Arts Programs across Okanogan County
Sunday, May 18th, 2025
Sign In @ 1:00 P.M.
Tee Off @ 2:00 P.M.
At Bear Creek Golf Course