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At the heart of our work is the creative community—artists working across mediums, makers, actors, singers, writers, and anyone contributing to the cultural vitality of the places and spaces we live, work, and play. 

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

WE CHAMPION

We support creatives and cultural organizations by providing a path to opportunities and experiences that reach current and future arts enthusiasts and supporters.

WE ADVOCATE

We are a strong voice of Clackamas County’s arts and culture community, ensuring representation in local and regional conversations about the future of Oregon's arts.

WE CONNECT

We build bridges between arts and culture, local businesses and governments as they develop mutually beneficial partnerships and collaborate to promote a vibrant economy for Clackamas County.

What's happening in Clackamas County?

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Arts + Culture

RECENT NEWS

MEET OUR NEW AEP MANAGER, CHELSEY HAWKEY!

This month, we’re so thrilled to introduce the Clackamas Arts Alliance’s new Artist Exhibit Program Manager, Chelsey Hawkey. Join us in welcoming and learning about Chelsey’s background and her work as an artist. In this Q&A Chelsey tells us about what she is looking forward to as the new AEP Manager, how she learned about the Arts Alliance as an artist herself, and what she is watching and doing in the arts and culture realm to make life feel better these days.

POETRY CONTEST 2026

The Clackamas Arts Alliance's Literary Arts Committee is excited to announce its 4th Annual Writing Contest. Once again, we are looking for all POETRY submissions! There will be one First Place winner and one or more Runner Up winners. First Place winners will receive a cash prize of $250. Runner Up winners will receive a cash prize of $100. Winners will be invited to read their entries at the Milwaukie Poetry Series, First Friday reading on June 5, 2026. Please download and review the ELIGIBILITY AND CONTEST RULES and submit your poetry by April 27, 2026, 11:59 PM PST.