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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A Special Sunday with Ken Waldman
Join us for a double dose of inspiration with Alaska’s “Fiddling Poet”
Sunday, April 27th, 2025
Hosted at Confluence Gallery: Art in Twisp
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2:00 P.M. – Writing Workshop
4:00 P.M. – Live Show: Now Entering Alaska Time -
Strong & Resilient Through Perimenopause & Beyond
Perimenopause & menopause shift everything - including your strength. But aging doesn’t have to mean getting weak.
Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Hosted at Methow Arts
6:00 P.M. Snacks & Drinks
6:30 P.M. Discussion begins -
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.
Hosted at Bear Creek Golf Course -
Methow Arts Summer Camps
Explore your creativity in these camps led by the artists & writers of Methow Arts.
Each week is themed around a different medium of expression:Natural Dyes & Textiles | Clay & Sculpture | Printmaking | Poetry & Creative Writing
In addition to 4 weeks of programming for younger students, we’re also offering a week-long half-day high school & middle school writing workshop.Summer camps hosted at the Independent Learning Center (ILC) - Twisp, WA