Partnerships and Special Programs at Arbutus Folk School
2023 Partnerships and Programs
BIPOC Ceramics Community supported by City of Olympia
Reduced-Cost Traditional Arts Workshops supported by Northwest Heritage Resources: Sámi Natural Dyes, Mariachi Music, and Haitian Cuisine
Spanish-Language Ceramics Classes supported by City of Olympia and Olympia Federal Savings
Free Community Arts Activity in partnership with the Puget Sound Estuarium
Ceramics Activity with the Low Income Housing Institute at Billy Frank Jr. Place
Cajun Fiddling for Families with Financial Need supported by City of Olympia
Free Arts Walk, Olympia Harbor Days, & South Sound Studio Tour Activities, Demos, and Displays
Woodworking Activity with Youth Delegates of the Kato Japan Sister City Program
Youth Craft Classes with Rosie’s Place and Haven House supported by City of Olympia
Free Music Workshops: Olympia Old-Time Music Festival
LGBTQ Woodworking Community supported by City of Olympia
Artist Talk and Ceramics Activity with Big Brothers Big Sisters
Free and Reduced-Cost Programs in partnership with Washington State Parks Folk & Traditional Arts Program: Quinault Legends and Cedar Bark Weaving, Warm Springs Wasco Beaded Buckskin Chokers, and Danish Folk Music
Reduced-Cost Boatbuilding Skills Class supported by Port of Olympia
Scholarships available on a rolling basis supported by community donors