WHO WE ARE

Our history: In 1983, ArtsEd Washington began its work as the Washington Alliance for Arts Education, led by the John F. Kennedy Center as part of a national program called the Kennedy Center Alliances for Arts Education. For many years, these organizations were advocating in almost every US state, but in the early 2000s when the Kennedy Center was no longer able to fund the nationwide network, many of our sister organizations were forced to fold or reinvent themselves. Fortunately, ArtsEd Washington has persisted. Today, ArtsEd Washington is the coordinating backbone of the state’s arts education ecosystem—linking local practice with
statewide policy to ensure every student has access to high-quality arts learning.

Our grassroots, behind-the-scenes network transforms individual efforts into a cohesive statewide movement for equitable, sustainable arts learning. By collaborating with school leaders, providing professional development, and leading advocacy efforts, we are creating a future where all K-12 students experience the academic and lifelong benefits of arts education.

Our invitation: We hope you’ll join us— as a Board Member, Community Ambassador, Project-based Volunteer, or financial supporter!
These roles all include remote and/or hybrid connection opportunities, and are critical to supporting statewide student access.