The Chamber has teamed up with the ISU Extension Office to whip up a feast of resources for families to discover all the cool summer shenanigans in town.
Find unique gift, home and wardrobe items throughout Washington, Iowa! Quaint shops offer up candles, sewing supplies, repurposed vintage items, home goods, books and gifts.
If you’re traveling to Washington for the day, why not spend the night here, too? Hospitality includes motels, unique suites, camping and lodging for groups.
Explore the outdoors in Washington, Iowa! Bikers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts are welcome here, where we are surrounded by the beauty of nature at every turn.
Performances, movies, visual arts and hands-on creativity take center stage in Washington! Come for the World’s Oldest Continually Operating Movie Theater and stay for the incredible performing arts spaces, art galleries and places to create!
Washington Chamber’s Business & Citizen of Year Announced at the Annual Dinner(4/16/2024)-Washington Chamber of Commerce 205 West Main Street (319) 653-3272 Chamber.washingtoniowa.org [email protected] WASHINGTON, IOWA — Tuesday, March 26, 2024 The Greater Washington Business Partnership Annual Dinner was held March 25, at the Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. The partnership includes the Washington Economic Development Group (WEDG), Main Street Washington and the Washington Chamber of…
Leadership Washington Tours Washington County(4/15/2024)-PRESS RELEASE Leadership Washington County History Day 4/11/24 Erika Custer – [email protected] | 319-653-2151 On Wednesday, April 10th the Leadership Washington Class hopped on a school bus and traveled the countryside and townships as part of County History Day. The day was led by retired teacher and local historian, Mike Zahs and Committee Member, Erika Custer (Washington…
This week in Downtown Washington(5/14/2024)-Visit Downtown Washington this week for markets, celebrations, festivals & special deals! Join us at 204 S Iowa Ave for the HOMEgirl Realty & Stairway to the Stars Red Carpet Celebration TODAY at 5pm (Tuesday, May 14th). We can’t wait to celebrate these ladies and their fabulous business. They’ll have refreshments AND the Tipsy Traveler…
A Trio of Celebrations Hits Washington!(5/10/2024)-Grand Opening Extravaganza: GunnySac Designs Hits Main Street Washington! Last Friday (May 3rd), Main Street Washington celebrated GunnySac Designs‘ grand opening with MSW’s first ever red carpet event! If you missed out, don’t worry! You can still come on down and meet Brandy and congratulate her on opening her first ever brick-and-mortar store! The…
Our calendar of events shows you what’s happening in Washington, Iowa, and surrounding communities!
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Washington Public Library
115 West Washington St., Washington, IA, United States
Julie will guide us in creating a junk journal, specifically a traveler’s journal. Each person needs to bring a large darning needle, paper cutter, scissors, adhesive (glue or double-sided tape), scrapbook paper and anything special you’d like in your journal.
This annual En Plein Aire painting event is scheduled for Friday, Saturday & Sunday, June 9, 10, & 11, 2023 in Washington. Artists from Iowa who love painting out-of-doors may be seen creating their impression of our town all three days. At 1 pm on Sunday, June 11, artists turn in their work for judging.…
This annual En Plein Aire painting event is scheduled for Friday, Saturday & Sunday, June 9, 10, & 11, 2023 in Washington. Artists from Iowa who love painting out-of-doors may be seen creating their impression of our town all three days. At 1 pm on Sunday, June 11, artists turn in their work for judging.…
This annual En Plein Aire painting event is scheduled for Friday, Saturday & Sunday, June 9, 10, & 11, 2023 in Washington. Artists from Iowa who love painting out-of-doors may be seen creating their impression of our town all three days. At 1 pm on Sunday, June 11, artists turn in their work for judging.…
Washington Public Library
115 West Washington, Washington, IA, United States
Learn the art of needle-felting! Confidently create beautiful felted wool art as you learn needle-felting techniques step-by-step in a casual, relaxed environment. Choose from a variety of colors and get as creative as you wish! All tools and supplies will be provided for use during the workshop, including a 4” embroidery hoop for framing your…
This workshop will enable participants to create works of art on canvas with a multi medium approach, using acrylic paint, swatches of a variety of fabrics and embellishments. Adults. Limit 8 per workshop. Register for Feb. 7 @ https://washington-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5132282 OR Feb. 25 @ https://washington-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5132285
Washington Public Library
115 West Washington St., Washington, IA, United States
Ronda Smith, Martha Quint Lawrence, and Sandy Lnenicka will be teaching the basic embroidery stitches. All supplies provided. Free. Limit of 15. Children 12 and under must attend with an adult. Register @ https://washington-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5150499
Washington Public Library
115 West Washington, Washington, IA, United States
Get creative and embellish a graphic T-shirt or any fabric you would like with fun embroidery flourishes. All supplies provided, but bring a graphic t-shirt or other fabric to embellish. Free. Limit 12. Children under 12 must attend with an adult. Register @ https://washington-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5132278
Art Domestique
118 South Iowa Ave, Washington, IA, United States
A hand weaving technique that emphasizes and prioritizes creativity and free expression. No rules, no fear – freedom to use many different weaving materials and colors in non-standard ways. No expectations of smooth surfaces, or even salvages, or symmetry of design. Weaving materials often involve many colors and textures; yarns of all types and sizes;…
Washington Public Library
115 West Washington St., Washington, IA, United States
A presentation on the process of textile design from two doctoral students at the Iowa State University Department of Apparel, Merchandising, & Design. Free.
This workshop will enable participants to create works of art on canvas with a multi medium approach, using acrylic paint, swatches of a variety of fabrics and embellishments. Adults. Limit 8 per workshop. Register for Feb. 7 @ https://washington-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5132282 OR Feb. 25 @ https://washington-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5132285
Wooden Wheel Vineyards, LLC
1179 Highway 92, Keota, IA, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with Rosè & Macramè. Make your own beautiful hanging wine pot complete with macramè hanger. You'll also receive a free wine tasting & learn a thing or two from Natali Miller from Nat's Knots on how to care for your new found love. Space is limited, only 30 available. $25 secures your…