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Form A Line
Childhood's End Gallery 222 4th Ave W, OlympiaChildhood's End Gallery presents Form a Line, a group exhibition of new work by four distinct Pacific Northwest artists. Finding common ground in bold representation of the natural world, Kathy Anderson, Colleen Cotey, Sara Gettys, and Julia Janeway each bring a practiced sensitivity to their chosen mediums. Through processes that remove material or add it, ...
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Extended Deadline to Enter TCC’s Indigenous Art Exhibition
The Gallery at Tacoma Community College 6501 South 19th Street, TacomaThe deadline to enter TCC's Indigenous Art Exhibition has been extended to Sept. 14. The exhibition will take place Nov. 17 - Dec. 18 in the Building 4 Art Gallery at Tacoma Community College.
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2026 Puget Sound Book Artists Annual Members’ Exhibition
Olympia, WA — Puget Sound Book Artists (PSBA) proudly marks a milestone year with its 2026 Annual Members’ Exhibition, a celebration of creativity, community, and the art of the book. Centered on the theme “15,” the 2026 exhibition invites artists to reflect on the past, honor achievements, and imagine the future. From fifteen years of friendship to journeys lasting ...
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Arts Olympia Fall Show
Schwartz's Bakery 124 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, WashingtonCome see Original Art by our local artists! Stop by for a bagel and enjoy! Schwartz's Bakery, 124 4th Ave E, Olympia
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Olympia Weavers Guild Annual Show and Sale 2026
Thurston County Fairgrounds 3054 Carpenter Rd, Lacey, WA, United StatesCome join the Olympia Weavers Guild for their exciting Annual Show and Sale! This in-person event is the perfect chance to explore beautiful handwoven creations, meet talented local artists, and maybe take home some stunning handmade textiles. Whether you're a weaving pro or just curious, there's something here for everyone. Don't miss out on this ...
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2nd Annual Regional Community College Student Art Exhibition Reception
The Gallery at Tacoma Community College 6501 South 19th Street, TacomaView art by students from Tacoma Community College, Pierce College, Green River College, and South Puget Sound Community College in the Building 4 Art Gallery at TCC. Pieces for this exhibition are selected by art faculty from the participating colleges, and the exhibition offer students a chance to share their work with peers and to ...
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Artist Meet and Greet Power of Place, The Governor’s Mansion
The Governor's MansionMeet artists, chat about their art, and enjoy an early afternoon reception with appetizers and dessert at the Governor's Mansion! Get ready to connect in person with amazing artists at the Power of Place Meet and Greet! Whether you're an art lover, history enthusiast, or simply curious about Washington's rich heritage, this is a unique chance to experience the ...
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International Guitar Night
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesWhat happens when a French classical virtuoso, an Italian YouTube rock phenomenon, a Hawaiian Slack Key master, and an Australian blues powerhouse share one stage? You get International Guitar Night — a celebration of the guitar’s breathtaking range featuring Roxane Elfasci, Luca Stricagnoli, Jim Kimo West, and Minnie Marks.
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Lightwire Theater’s The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesYou know how the race ended — but the story was just beginning. Lightwire Theater’s The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare: The Next Gen picks up a decade after the finish line, where Old Man Tortoise and Big Daddy Hare are now fathers navigating a world of smartphones and video games. When Tortoise Junior and ...
$19 – $41