Sponsored by KNKX. Join ArtsWA for a landmark celebration honoring 60 years of the Governor’s Arts & Heritage Awards, Washington State’s highest honor in art, culture, and heritage.

Since 1966, the Governor’s Arts Awards have recognized outstanding artists and organizations who have made significant contributions to the cultural vitality of Washington. In 1989, the program expanded to include the Governor’s Heritage Awards, honoring individuals and groups preserving and passing down cultural traditions.

Unlike past years, this anniversary event includes no new nominations, offering space to celebrate the enduring impact of all those who have shaped Washington’s creative legacy. This special anniversary event will bring together past and present honorees from across the state for an unforgettable evening of live performances, recognition, and community. Celebrate the power of the arts, creativity, and heritage in shaping Washington’s identity. All are welcome. Come be part of this joyful tribute to our state’s creative legacy.