Organized in 2001, IRVAC’s motto is “Art is Fundamental”. Our stated missions are providing the arts to our school children and promoting the arts experience in our community.…
The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)’s mission is to assist refugees, immigrants, and multi-ethnic communities to develop self-sufficiency and cross-cultural awareness while affirming and preserving each culture…
Mission: to preserve and honor the history and culture of Japanese Americans in the Pacific Northwest, to educate the public about the Japanese American experience during World War…
The KAA was incorporated in 1946 and has operated continuously since that time. The current Gallery was built in 1960. Members include painters and artists in, textiles, jewelry,…
The Obo Addy Legacy Project programs are integral to the cultural life of Oregon. They enhance understanding of African arts and cultural traditions. Founded by Obo and Susan…
The Oregon Folklife Network (OFN) is the state of Oregon’s Folk and Traditional Arts Program, made up of a network of statewide culture and heritage partners that operate…
Founded in 1976 as Portland Folklore Society, PFS was an umbrella folk organization that spun off the Portland Country Dance Community and the Oregon Bluegrass Organization. We have…
Portland Institute for Contemporary Art acknowledges and advances new developments in contemporary art while fostering the creative explorations of artists and audiences. PICA’s programming supports the experiments of…
The Portland Storytellers’ Guild exists to support the community of storytellers by advocating for their recognition, encouraging their development and passing on our cultural traditions, roots and identities…