The mission of Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) is to be a catalyst for the arts, advancing the role of the arts in the lives of individuals and communities throughout the state.
Apply by September 30, 2026, 11:59 p.m.
Apply by Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Indicate your interest in the 2027-29 Washington State Poet Laureate position by October 15, 2026
The map celebrates and promotes Tribal museums and cultural locations across the state.
Arts and culture improve the lives of everyone by creating jobs and making our communities more vibrant places to live, work, and visit. The data below comes from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and the National Endowment for the Arts.
$79 B
Washington arts & culture’s annual contribution to state economy
9.78%
Share of Washington’s GDP from the creative sector
190,684
Creative sector jobs in Washington
$33.4 B
Total annual compensation to Washington creative workers
In this issue: apply to grants, register for Poetry Out Loud, watch the Billy Frank Jr. statue cast in bronze, and more.
We are seeking an individual with an understanding of Native arts, culture, and community relationships.
Explore Washington’s State Art Collection online! My Public Art Portal connects you to more than 5,200 artworks located at K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and state agencies across Washington State.
Washington State passed legislation in 2021 to send a statue of activist and humanitarian Billy Frank Jr. to National Statuary Hall in Washington, D.C. The statue is currently slated for installation in 2026.
