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May 17-18, 2025

11am - 4pm

The South Sound Studio Tour is a family friendly, free self-guided tour of studios and artists throughout Olympia, Tumwater and Lacey.

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See participating studios

All are welcome! The South Sound Studio Tour showcases the talent and diversity of creative artists working in the South Sound region. We encourage artists from all communities to apply, including young artists, BIPOC artists and LGBTQIA+ artists.

With funding from the City of Olympia’s Inspire Olympia program, The South Sound Studio Tour enables free vibrant cultural opportunities for locals and visitors who love immersive experiences. Visitors can meet the artists, buy original artworks, learn about how and where artists create pottery, jewelry, photography, painting, sculpture, fiber arts, and more! Educational displays and art demonstrations are available at select participating artists' studios.

  • Learn about the artistic process

  • Purchase one-of-a-kind creations

  • Discover 80 artists in 39 studios

  • Enjoy demos & hands-on activities

  • Explore the interactive map

  • Brochures at Childhood’s End Gallery starting in early May

See participating studios

Fiber Arts

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Watercolors

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Clay

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Sculpture

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Fiber Arts · Watercolors · Clay · Sculpture ·

Woodwork

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Paint

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Photography

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Mixed Media

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Woodwork · Paint · Photography · Mixed Media ·