Field Notes is a visual love letter to the birds of the Pacific Northwest-an exhibition where art, observation, and reverence for the natural world converge. Inspired by the legacy of John James Audubon and rooted deeply in the unique ecology of this region, the show brings together contemporary artists whose work responds to the presence of birds not only as subjects of beauty, but as symbols of change, migration, resilience, and interconnectedness.
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Step into a world of spectacle, mischief, and imagination at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center as String & Shadow presents Night at the Grand Opera, a dazzling giant puppet performance unlike anything else on the Olympic Peninsula. Performed outdoors on the stage in the magical setting of Webster’s Woods Sculpture Park, this one night only event invites audiences of all ages into a candlelit European opera house bursting with chaos, comedy, romance, and revolution. Through towering puppets, elaborate cardboard sets, paper-mache creations, original music, and theatrical artistry, String & Shadow brings an unforgettable world to life where love triangles, backstage drama, rebellious plots, art-loving flies, and mischievous vermin collide in spectacular fashion.
Learn moreKinship invites viewers into the wonder of nature and time. Bringing together contemporary artists who work with living materials, ecological processes, and forms drawn from the natural world, this exhibition considers how nature itself becomes a collaborator in shaping artistic expression. Rather than fixed objects, the works here unfold through growth, decay, weather, and care-reminding us that living systems are always in motion.
Learn moreJoin us at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center during Day of Play, a city-wide annual summer event hosted by the Port Angeles Parks & Recreation Department to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month! Participate in exciting art activities designed for all ages, take a walk through Webster’s Woods Sculpture Park, and see the new exhibition, Kinship!
Spend a day immersed in the beauty of nature and art with Elevate Outdoors and the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center! We’ll gather inspiration on a kayak tour in the morning, then spend the afternoon exploring the Fine Arts Center’s Kinship exhibition and creating seaweed gel prints.
Learn more and registerDungeness Bonsai Society will be showcasing a collection of their Bonsai Trees at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center in connection with the Kinship exhibition. Come learn about the art of bonsai, the history of the craft, and view trees that are being shaped and cared for that viewers for generations will be able to enjoy.
Learn morePort Angeles Fine Arts Center and Olympic Peninsula Authors are proud to host an Ekphrastic Poetry Reading based on the artwork in Kinship: A Collaboration with Nature. Enjoy readings from poets who will bring new interpretations to the current exhibition with a synergy between visual and verbal art.
Want to be a part of the reading? Learn more about how to submit here!
RSVP hereIn celebration of the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center’s Kinship: A Collaboration with Nature exhibit, join Olympic Coast Creative, Airport Garden Center, and the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center for a special hands-on clay workshop inspired by the beauty and creativity of the natural world. During this workshop, you’ll create your own unique succulent planter from clay using hand building techniques. No prior clay experience is necessary.
Learn moreEach summer, the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center offers two weeks of immersive camp experiences designed for young artists, explorers, and creators ages 7-12. Blending art-making, STEAM learning, and outdoor adventure, these camps invite students to learn, create, and discover in a unique outdoor classroom setting.
Campers can choose half-day or full-day sessions based on their interests, diving into hands-on projects, collaborative group activities, and guided exploration along Webster’s Woods trails. Along the way, students build new art skills, connect with nature, and learn the value of teamwork in a supportive small-group environment.
Learn moreFall for the Arts is the annual membership drive for the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, a chance to join or renew your support for the arts in our community. Membership donations directly sustain free field trips, free or by-donation access to the gallery and Webster’s Woods Sculpture Park, and two free community festivals each year. Your support helps make it possible for more people to experience, learn from, and connect with the arts. Whether you are a first-time member, or a returning supporter, everyone is welcome to take part.
Be part of what keeps the arts accessible, inspiring, and alive on the Olympic Peninsula.
Learn moreSave the date for the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center’s Annual Fundraiser, an evening dedicated to celebrating and supporting the arts in our community. Join artists, friends, and neighbors for a special night that helps sustain exhibitions, education programs, and the Webster’s Woods Sculpture Park. Your support keeps creative experiences accessible and thriving on the Olympic Peninsula.
More details coming soon. Mark your calendar and plan to show up for the arts.
Coming soonJoin us for the opening reception of Paper and Paste is an exhibition about transformation-how something as simple as a sheet of paper can become a world of its own.
Here, artists fold, cut, layer, and glue to push paper beyond its familiar boundaries. Sheets transform into sculptural forms; cutouts open into delicate windows of light and space. Every surface holds the possibility of a new form. In these works, paper becomes both structure and story, both surface and substance. Paper and Paste invites you to discover how the simplest of materials can be reshaped into imaginative new stories.
Learn moreGet festival-ready at a Pumpkin Carving Workshop led by a professional artist at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. Participants will learn carving techniques, explore creative design ideas, and create a finished pumpkin to be entered directly into the Autumntide Festival Pumpkin Carving Contest. All pumpkins are included in the workshop fee, and every creation will be displayed during the festival for judging, with a chance to win prizes donated by local Olympic Peninsula businesses.
Perfect for all ages and skill levels, this hands-on workshop is a fun and creative way to be part of one of the season’s most beloved community traditions.
Coming soonThe Autumntide Celebration of Shadows Festival is a unique opportunity for people of all ages to embrace the change of the seasons and experience the magic of fall.
This annual event at Port Angeles Fine Arts Center includes a community call-for-art, where everyone is encouraged to carve a pumpkin and enter it into the Pumpkin Carving Contest for a chance to win a prize supplied by Olympic Peninsula local businesses. With multiple categories for different ages and abilities, this event results in Webster’s Woods’ trails being lined with charming, spooky, artistic, silly, and creative pumpkins for the night of the festival while judging takes place. Attendees also enjoy local food vendors, a beer garden, live music, professional theatre performances, and free art & activity stations that are open to all ages.
Coming soonCreate your own handcrafted clay lantern with Olympic Coast Creative in celebration of the Wintertide season at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. Participants will shape and design a unique lantern to glow beautifully during the winter months, adding a personal touch to the season of light.
Stay tuned for more details about this special hands-on workshop.
Coming soonGet first access to the Makers Market during this exclusive shopping event for Port Angeles Fine Arts Center members! Enjoy a full day of browsing and purchasing handcrafted gifts before the market opens to the public. Discover unique artwork, jewelry, home décor, body care products, ornaments, and more from talented makers across the Olympic Peninsula, all within the peaceful setting of the Esther Webster Gallery. It’s the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting local artists and makers.
Not a member yet? Become a member today and enjoy this special preview experience along with year-round benefits that support arts and culture in our community.
Learn moreSkip the crowds and make Black Friday a celebration of local talent and creativity! For one special evening, the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center transforms into a festive gathering place filled with light, creativity, and holiday cheer. Sip warm drinks beside crackling fire tables, enjoy live music under the evening sky, create art with family and friends, and browse the Makers Market in the stunning and festive Esther Webster Gallery for the first time!
As darkness falls, be among the very first to wander through this year’s Light Art Experience, where illuminated installations transform Webster’s Woods into a magical winter landscape. Whether you’re starting your holiday shopping, entertaining visiting family, or simply looking for a memorable night out, this free community celebration is the perfect way to welcome the season.
Coming soonStep into a glowing winter wonderland at the Light Art Experience in Webster’s Woods. During the darkest months of the year, the forest comes alive with illuminated sculptures and light-based installations that transform the trails with color, creativity, and surprise.
Wander through five acres of forested parkland as light art hangs from towering trees, shines along woodland paths, and reveals unexpected moments of beauty around every corner. These temporary installations are displayed alongside more than 75 permanent sculptures, creating a unique outdoor gallery where art and nature meet after dark. Whether you’re a local looking for a new holiday tradition or a visitor exploring the Olympic Peninsula, the Light Art Experience is a seasonal activity not to miss. Bring family and friends, enjoy a peaceful evening stroll beneath the lights, and discover the magic of Webster’s Woods in winter.
Coming soonDiscover unique gifts and celebrate local creativity at the Wintertide Makers Market in the Esther Webster Gallery. Featuring more than 30 artists and makers from across the Olympic Peninsula, this annual holiday market offers a thoughtfully curated selection of original artwork, prints, jewelry, ornaments, home décor, body care products, and more. Whether you’re searching for one-of-a-kind gifts or looking to experience the incredible talent of our region, the Makers Market is the perfect place to shop local and find something special. Returning in 2026 with new vendors and fresh creations to explore, this beloved market connects shoppers directly with local creatives.
Every purchase also supports the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center’s nonprofit mission to connect arts and community, making your holiday shopping meaningful in more ways than one.
Coming soonCelebrate the magic of the season at the Wintertide Festival of Lights on December 12 at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. Wander through illuminated forest trails featuring handcrafted light sculptures and glowing art installations, join the community lantern walk, create at glow-in-the-dark art stations, and enjoy live performances in the meadow. Visitors can also savor offerings from local food and drink vendors and shop the Makers Market in the Esther Webster Gallery, featuring handcrafted goods from local artists and makers.
Set among the trees in Webster’s Woods, Wintertide is a one-of-a-kind winter experience for locals and visitors alike. Join us for a festive evening filled with art, light, community, and unforgettable memories.
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