Our Story
Arts Downtown began in 1995 with a dream to build a collection of quality public art in Puyallup, a collection that today features more than 50 artworks in our outdoor gallery. We are an all-volunteer, non-profit organization. We work with support from the City of Puyallup, local businesses, and private citizens to provide for the installation, maintenance, and preservation of works in Puyallup’s outdoor gallery, and provide educational programs and tours for the public.
In 2017 we merged with the former Valley Arts United to help support art galleries at our City Hall and Activity Center and the choral group Tapestry Singers, as well as sponsoring and participating in various arts events and activities throughout the year.
Our mission is to enhance visual literacy and appreciation for the arts, and we strive to encourage cultural tourism, thereby contributing to both the economy and quality of life within our community.
Administrative
Executive Board of Directors
President - Nicole Martineau
Vice President - John Hopkins
Acting Secretary - Kelly Loney
Treasurer - Becky Condra
Board of Directors
David Degroot
Pat Degroot
Jill Starks
John Hopkins
Becky Condra
Nicole Martineau
Kelly Loney
Trish Cole
Committees
Membership - Chairperson, Kathy Turner
Indoor Galleries - Chairperson, Paige Johansen
Events - Chairperson, Nicole Martineau
Marketing - Chairperson, Nicole Martineau
Electric Services - Vacant
Outdoor Art Selection - Chairperson, David Degroot
Outdoor Art Installation - Vacant
Outdoor Art Maintainance - Chairperson, David Degroot
Tours - Chairperson, Becky Condra
Staff
Electronic Media - Tammy Montevideo
news & events
Monthly Meetings
Arts Downtown meets at 6:00 pm on the second Thursday of each month at the Puyallup Mainstreet Office.