Our History

Group of women in cultural attire posing with children in a theater setting.

Rooted in Community Since 1983

Established in 1983, Methow Arts Alliance began as a small grassroots effort to bring art into the lives of residents in the Methow Valley & has grown into a nationally recognized arts organization.

As a non-profit based in Twisp, WA, we believe the arts are essential to a healthy, vibrant community.

Through our broad-reaching programs in Arts Education, Public Art, Leadership, & a year-round Performance Series, we strive to make the arts accessible to all and to connect people through creative experiences.

Our mission is to enrich lives by making the arts a core part of public school education, economic development, & community engagement in Okanogan County.

We bring the arts directly into schools & public spaces, ensuring that residents of rural Washington State can experience the transformative power of artistic expression.

Our Mission

Our mission is to inspire artistic curiosity, empower creativity, & propel the creative economy in Okanogan County.

Because art weaves the fabric of humanity, awakens the spirit, enables self-expression,
& supports belonging, we believe: Art matters - for all of us.

Our Values

  • Supporting diverse art forms & fostering creative thinking.

  • Building relationships through the arts to strengthen the community.

  • Ensuring everyone has access to enriching arts experiences.

  • Inspiring the next generation through quality arts education.