photo credit – Steve Power
Art in Action
Explore Art in Action 2025, a reflection of the creativity, community, and collective impact made possible through The Arts Center over the past year. Inside the report, you’ll find stories, programs, exhibitions, community partnerships, educational opportunities, and milestones that highlight how the arts continue to connect and strengthen our region. We invite you to explore the report and see how your support helps sustain creative opportunities throughout our community. If you’d like to help support this work, please consider making a donation to The Arts Center.
Click the report to expand, download the PDF, or use the three-dot menu in the bottom right corner for additional viewing options.
Location
The Arts Center is conveniently located in downtown Corvallis next to Central Park, close to many dining options and within a 10-minute walk to the Oregon State campus and the Willamette River.
Two-hour parking is available on the west side of the building and on the east side of the building on 7th Street.
Ramp access for those using mobility equipment is available at the building’s rear (South) entrance. NOTE: The building was built prior to current ADA standards, please ring the doorbell for assistance.
The Arts Center
700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis, OR 97333
Mission
The Arts Center inspires creativity and contributes to community well-being through equitable access to and engagement with the visual arts. We collaborate to offer exhibitions, learning opportunities, artist development, and cultural events centered around art, artists and art enthusiasts in the greater Corvallis area.
In 2020, The Arts Center embarked on an organization-wide learning process, actively integrating justice, equity, and transparency into every aspect of our work. We welcome all who value our JET practices to help us shape a more equitable future for our organization and those we serve.
History
In the 1960s, grassroots efforts by artists, civic leaders, and university art departments led to the establishment of the Corvallis Arts Council, the state’s first arts council and the 27th in the United States. In 2008, we changed our name to The Arts Center to become inclusive of all people and groups seeking connection with the arts in the greater Corvallis area.
The Unfolding of an Idea – A Brief History of The Corvallis Arts Center as shared by founding member, Marion Gathercoal.
Financial Transparency
As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability, The Arts Center makes our IRS Form 990 filings available to the public. You can view our IRS Form 990 filings below to learn more about our financial stewardship and organizational impact.