Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (“CHAW”)

Located in the heart of Capitol Hill, the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (CHAW) serves as a vibrant hub for artistic expression and education. Established in 1972, CHAW has remained steady in its mission to build community through the arts, providing a welcoming environment where creativity thrives and individuals connect. The workshop offers a diverse array of classes and programs encompassing visual arts, dance, music, theater, ceramics, and photography, catering to both youth and adults. For young artists, CHAW provides after-school programs and summer camps designed to ignite imagination and foster artistic development. Adults can explore their creative passions through classes tailored to various skill levels, ensuring an inclusive experience for all participants.

Beyond its educational offerings, CHAW actively engages with the community through exhibitions, performances, and collaborative projects, enriching the cultural fabric of the Capitol Hill neighborhood and beyond. They offer instruction in the visual and performing arts for students of all ages and abilities; artist residencies; and outreach. CHAW also produces public art, and classes are taught by professional artists and educators. Youth programs include after school courses, camps, outreach workshops and internships. Throughout CHAW’s history, they have never turned a person or organization away for inability to pay.