Centrum

Dear Friends of Centrum, 

Every year since 1974, Centrum has offered incredible creative experiences while also tackling new challenges, testing new ideas, and growing in new ways. Today, Centrum’s commitment to fostering artistic community remains as strong as ever. 

Our season is underway, and we have begun to welcome thousands of participants and audience members to our 2026 workshops and performances at Fort Worden State Park. We are so grateful to all our partners at the Fort who help Centrum to continue bringing exceptional creative and cultural programming to Port Townsend. 

I invite you to be a part of this effort by joining us for one of our many fabulous concerts, literary readings, or art exhibitions, signing up for a workshop, volunteering, or—if you are in a position to do so—making a gift of financial support. 

Perhaps you are a long-time participant or fan who eagerly awaits our programs each year. Maybe you have never joined us before. Either way, I hope you’ll be excited by what we have in store this year, including new visual art exhibitions, our signature music workshops, enriching youth programs, and more. 

I serve on Centrum’s board because I believe in the need for inspiring and enlightening creative programs that bring people together. Please join me in supporting this community institution that offers art and culture to our region. I look forward to seeing you at Centrum! 

Walter Parsons, Centrum 2026 Board President