A community center for the arts
Incorporated in 1976, Orcas Center is a non-profit arts and cultural organization located on Orcas Island in the San Juan archipelago of northwest Washington State. The arts and cultural hub of our community, Orcas Center is filled with a wide range of activities. We present and produce dance, music, theater and visual arts by local and visiting artists. We host various other local cultural events. We offer diverse learning opportunities for adults and children. We provide a warm, attractive venue for public and private events.
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The Met Opera at Orcas Center
Start the New Year off right with incredible performances from The Metropolitan Opera at Orcas Center! Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of the world’s best performers at the height
Get Into the Festive Spirit at Orcas Center!
Orcas Center brings the holiday spirit to life through song, music, art, and dance! Whether it’s a book talk, art show, craft market, concert, or dance extravaganza, there are so many activities to choose from
Whale of a Show – 2023!
Did you miss Whale of a Show last week? Fret not! Now it's in our video archives! Click on the image below to watch the full show: https://vimeo.com/881512357
Call for 2024 Featured Artists
CALL FOR 2024 FEATURED ARTISTS! The Visual Arts Committee of Orcas Center is planning the 2024 season and is pleased to welcome back Featured Artist Exhibits! Featured Artists at Orcas Center have dedicated displays in
Jazz Festival 2023 – The Best Musicians Come to Orcas!
The Orcas Island Jazz Festival (OIJF), Orcas Island's premier jazz event, returns to Orcas Island this Labor Day weekend. The line-up includes: Thursday, August 31 at 6pm - FREE concert on the Village Green: EntreMundos
Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival 2023
2023 Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival 26th Season August 4 – 19, 2023 Season Sponsors: David and Amy Fulton All Concerts and Events take place at Orcas Center, Main Stage (unless otherwise indicated) (all artists