Create

Mission

To create opportunities
for expression,
enjoyment and appreciation
of the arts and humanities
through individual
​and community participation.

Description

Help us provide individuals opportunities to experience the arts and humanities in their community.

At Create we believe everyone is creative. We make this a reality in Newport and for the surrounding community by bringing diverse opportunities to people of all ages. For example, little tots create messy art projects, pre-teens learn wire wrapping, teens and adults take classes like ukulele and guitar, water color, fused glass, basket weaving, and the unique Kimekomi.

We also host artistic events, including concerts by local and regional musicians, present Washington State's poet laureate to our region, and are facilitating an annual poetry challenge.

As a community gallery space, we maintain a rotating exhibit in partnership with a local artists' association. We also provide studio space for various creative groups and host events where artists sell their work, including Coffee and Artists in the Garden events and a Holiday Artists Shop.

As a community space, we host other non-profits for presentations and events and are members of River Arts Alliance and Washington Nonprofits.

Create volunteers can bring these programs and resources to our community because of donated labor and financial support. The Kalispel Tribe supports our children's art programs. STCU gave Create a facilities grant. A community member provided an updated audio system for film and video showings. We also raise money through an annual community support drive.

The creative talent in our community needs a place to be. Create is that place. We thank you in advance for your generosity in joining us in this mission.