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  • Plein Air Day Retreat

    Nisqually 4949 Dmilluhr Dr NE, Olympia

    Join us at the Nisqually Reach Nature Center for a Plein Air Workshop taught by award-winning artist Nancy Romanovsky on Friday, June 26th 9am-4pm. The day begins with a short presentation from Nature Center staff about the history and landscape of the Nisqually Reach, followed by an indoor crash course on the fundamentals of plein ...

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    $130 – $200

  • Airbound Arts Pride Show

    Airbound Arts, 312 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 312 Columbia Street NW, Olympia, WA, United States

    SATURDAY JUNE 27TH, 2026 Join us for an incredible night of aerial, variety, and circus arts brought to you by our local and guest performers. These 100% volunteer-led shows helps keep Airbound Arts alive! We aim to make our shows accessible to all. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds! Airbound ...

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  • Drop-In Stereoscope & Printmaking Workshop

    Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, Olympia

    Drop in to the Olympia Timberland Library and create images with a c.100 year old Stereoscope optical device brought to you by the Westport Aquarium! Learn about creating a 3D effect from separate 2D images. Plus, create your own America 250 postcard on a 100 year old Willits Canoe Company printing press. All supplies provided! ...

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    Free

  • Artist Conversation with Susan Christian and Friends

    Childhood's End Gallery 222 4th Ave W, Olympia

    Join us Saturday, July 11th from 2pm to 3pm for an Artist Conversation with Susan Christian and friends, a relaxed afternoon discussion in the gallery surrounding the current exhibition Slow Work. FREE to attend Childhood’s End Gallery 222 4th Ave W Olympia, WA 98501 childhoods-end-gallery.com info@childhoods-end-gallery.com *Seating is limited

    Free

  • 24th Annual TCC Juried Art Exhibition Reception

    The Gallery at Tacoma Community College 6501 South 19th Street, Tacoma

    Celebrate local art and artists at Tacoma Community College's 24th Annual Juried Local Art Exhibition, June 30 - Aug. 20, 2026. Meet the artists at the exhibition reception, 4-6 p.m. July 16. This exhibition also features a memorial display of work by two sculptors who had long-standing affiliations with the college, Rowena Forde and Jeanette Otis. ...

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    Free

  • Shelton Art Walk

    Downtown Shelton Shelton

    Join us for the 3rd Annual Shelton Art Walk on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 12–6 PM in historic downtown Shelton. Presented by the Shelton Creative District, this free, all-ages event celebrates the artists, makers, performers, businesses, and community members who make Shelton a vibrant place to live and create. Explore exhibitions, installations, demonstrations, and ...

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    Free

  • Hidden Layers: Women’s Undergarments and How They’ve Shaped Ladies’ Liberties

    Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United States

    Women’s underwear has long reflected society’s views on modesty, femininity, and beauty. From historic styles that restricted the female form to the more liberating fashions of today, women’s undergarments have been symbols of both oppression and empowerment. In this talk, explore how comfort, freedom, and function in women’s undergarments mirrored broader social changes. We ask ...

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    Free