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Postmark Center Events

Join us for workshops and classes at Postmark Center for the Arts!

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People working at table in drop-In SessionOn Wednesdays and Fridays, the Postmark hosts free drop-in hours from 10:00AM-12:00PM! All are welcome to come and work in a casual, no-pressure environment where you can grab a cup of coffee or tea, work on your projects and chat with other artists! No need to sign up or register, just drop in!

Free Weekly Drop-In Events:

Interested in teaching a class at the Postmark? View our Calls to Artists webpage.
Questions?  Call: 253-931-5100


Upcoming Events


7:00PM - 8:30PM

Auburn Symphony Orchestra - Old and New

Postmark Center for the Arts - 20 Auburn Ave, Auburn

Step into a world where baroque elegance meets contemporary color. Old and New blends the timeless charm of trio sonatas by Bach and Quantz with the rhythmic sparkle of Ilja Hurnik and the meditative beauty of Hilary Tann’s Shoji, inspired by Japanese paper screens. Auburn Symphony musicians Wendy Wilhelmi (flute), Shannon Spicciati (oboe), Olga Ruvinov (cello), and Lorenzo Marasso (harpsichord) bring this luminous evening to life.

View full details and buy tickets at www.AuburnSymphonyOrchestra.com.
4:00PM - 7:00PM

Our Faces, Our Futures: Auburn Headshots Project (1 of 2)

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

The Auburn Headshots Project provides free, professional-quality headshots to Auburn residents, photographed by Andy Perkovich. This project supports job seekers, students, and small business owners with a vital career resource while fostering community connection.

This event is free for Auburn residents. Funded by the Postmark Programming Grant and 4 Culture King County. 

Check in with staff upon arrival. Please note that the photographer will be taking individual portraits only, no group photos. 

FREE | AGES 13+

10:00AM - 11:00AM

Rhythm and Rhymes: Story Hour with Auburn Symphony Orchestra

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Join us at the Postmark Center for the Arts from 10am - 11am for Rhythm and Rhymes, a unique collaboration between Auburn Symphony Orchestra and the Auburn Library.

Taking inspiration from a children’s book, an ASO musician will teach an age-appropriate, interactive music program, and an Auburn librarian will then read the story aloud. Afterwards, families will be invited to explore instruments, and receive a craft to take home. Rhythm and Rhymes combines music and literature for children and families to enjoy over the course of 45 minutes.

This event is free and family friendly. Funded by the Postmark Programming Grant and 4 Culture King County.

FREE | ALL AGES
10:00AM - 3:00PM

Intro to Relief Printmaking

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Relief print carving tool sitting next to a bowl of linoleum shavings from carvingLearn the basics of relief printmaking in a day! Students will be guided through image transfer, carving, and printing to produce a cohesive set of prints of your own artwork! Class is beginner friendly, though some drawing experience is helpful in creating a design for your block (but not required!). All supplies provided by Postmark.

 

Email [email protected] with questions.

Ages: 18+
Fee: $10 Resident / $20 Non-Resident
Instructor: Jessamyn Irvine

Register Now!

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Second Saturdays - Calico Dress #9 Workshop (1 of 2)

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Visit Postmark Center for the Arts, open to the public each Second Saturday from 12-4PM! Each month features FREE, all ages performances, crafts, and events!

1PM - 4PM

Calico Dress #9 Workshop with Jen Treese (1 of 2)

Kirstie Macleod's Red Dress Project started an international movement of community-created garments, and in 2025 Seattle started it's own dress! Join facilitator Jen Treese and participate in a community embroidery event held over two sessions, on May 9th and May 30th. 

Participants are invited to add their own piece of hand embroidery to a shared dress. Through embroidery, the stories and cultures of Auburn will be captured on fabric to be shared and celebrated for years to come.

No prior skill is needed and all materials will be provided! Jen is happy to provide instruction to those interested in learning more about embroidery. 

This event is family friendly, and no previous art experience is required. Funded by the Postmark Programming Grant and 4 Culture King County.

FREE | ALL AGES

6:00PM - 8:30PM

Screenprint 101 [Wednesday/Friday]

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

image screen print inksTake a deep dive into analog printmaking and learn the fundamentals of water-based screen printing on paper! Students will get a crash course in screen printing and learn to prepare artwork, to coat and burn screens, to register a print, and learn general printing techniques to produce a cohesive edition. No prior screen printing experience is required, though drawing/design experience is recommended for stencil creation. Students will participate in a print trade at the end of the course. All supplies provided by the Postmark, but please bring the following:

  • Ruled notebook and something to write notes with
  • Sketchbook
  • Book or roll of tracing paper, minimum size 8.5x11"

 

This class meets 2 times a week for three weeks on Wednesdays and Fridays. Email [email protected] with questions.

Ages: 18+
Fee: $80 Resident / $100 Non-Resident
Instructor: Jessamyn Irvine

Register Now!

6:00PM - 8:30PM

Screenprint 101 [Thursday/Saturday]

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Person holding a screenprint squeegeeTake a deep dive into analog printmaking and learn the fundamentals of water-based screen printing on paper! Students will get a crash course in screen printing and learn to prepare artwork, to coat and burn screens, to register a print, and learn general printing techniques to produce a cohesive edition. No prior screen printing experience is required, though drawing/design experience is recommended for stencil creation. Students will participate in a print trade at the end of the course. All supplies provided by the Postmark, but please bring the following:

  • Ruled notebook and something to write notes with
  • Sketchbook
  • Book or roll of tracing paper, minimum size 8.5x11"

 

This class meets 2 times a week for three weeks on Thursdays and Saturdays. Class meets 6:00PM - 8:30PM on Thursdays, 10:00AM - 1:00PM on Saturdays.

Email [email protected] with questions.

Ages: 18+
Fee: $80 Resident / $100 Non-Resident
Instructor: Jessamyn Irvine

Register Now!

6:00PM - 8:30PM

Screenprint 101 [Wednesday/Friday]

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

image screen print inksTake a deep dive into analog printmaking and learn the fundamentals of water-based screen printing on paper! Students will get a crash course in screen printing and learn to prepare artwork, to coat and burn screens, to register a print, and learn general printing techniques to produce a cohesive edition. No prior screen printing experience is required, though drawing/design experience is recommended for stencil creation. Students will participate in a print trade at the end of the course. All supplies provided by the Postmark, but please bring the following:

  • Ruled notebook and something to write notes with
  • Sketchbook
  • Book or roll of tracing paper, minimum size 8.5x11"

 

This class meets 2 times a week for three weeks on Wednesdays and Fridays. Email [email protected] with questions.

Ages: 18+
Fee: $80 Resident / $100 Non-Resident
Instructor: Jessamyn Irvine

Register Now!

6:00PM - 8:30PM

Screenprint 101 [Thursday/Saturday]

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Person holding a screenprint squeegeeTake a deep dive into analog printmaking and learn the fundamentals of water-based screen printing on paper! Students will get a crash course in screen printing and learn to prepare artwork, to coat and burn screens, to register a print, and learn general printing techniques to produce a cohesive edition. No prior screen printing experience is required, though drawing/design experience is recommended for stencil creation. Students will participate in a print trade at the end of the course. All supplies provided by the Postmark, but please bring the following:

  • Ruled notebook and something to write notes with
  • Sketchbook
  • Book or roll of tracing paper, minimum size 8.5x11"

 

This class meets 2 times a week for three weeks on Thursdays and Saturdays. Class meets 6:00PM - 8:30PM on Thursdays, 10:00AM - 1:00PM on Saturdays.

Email [email protected] with questions.

Ages: 18+
Fee: $80 Resident / $100 Non-Resident
Instructor: Jessamyn Irvine

Register Now!

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Calico Dress #9 Workshop (2 of 2)

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

1PM - 4PM
Calico Dress #9 Workshop with Jen Treese (2 of 2)


Kirstie Macleod's Red Dress Project started an international movement of community-created garments, and in 2025 Seattle started it's own dress! Join facilitator Jen Treese and participate in a community embroidery event held over two sessions, on May 9th and May 30th.

Participants are invited to add their own piece of hand embroidery to a shared dress. Through embroidery, the stories and cultures of Auburn will be captured on fabric to be shared and celebrated for years to come.

No prior skill is needed and all materials will be provided! Jen is happy to provide instruction to those interested in learning more about embroidery.

This event is family friendly, and no previous art experience is required. Funded by the Postmark Programming Grant and 4 Culture King County.

FREE | ALL AGES
10:00AM - 11:00AM

Rhythm and Rhymes: Story Hour with Auburn Symphony Orchestra

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Join us at the Postmark Center for the Arts from 10am - 11am for Rhythm and Rhymes, a unique collaboration between Auburn Symphony Orchestra and the Auburn Library.

Taking inspiration from a children’s book, an ASO musician will teach an age-appropriate, interactive music program, and an Auburn librarian will then read the story aloud. Afterwards, families will be invited to explore instruments, and receive a craft to take home. Rhythm and Rhymes combines music and literature for children and families to enjoy over the course of 45 minutes.

This event is free and family friendly. Funded by the Postmark Programming Grant and 4 Culture King County.

FREE | ALL AGES
10:00AM - 11:00AM

Rhythm and Rhymes: Story Hour with Auburn Symphony Orchestra

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Join us at the Postmark Center for the Arts from 10am - 11am for Rhythm and Rhymes, a unique collaboration between Auburn Symphony Orchestra and the Auburn Library.

Taking inspiration from a children’s book, an ASO musician will teach an age-appropriate, interactive music program, and an Auburn librarian will then read the story aloud. Afterwards, families will be invited to explore instruments, and receive a craft to take home. Rhythm and Rhymes combines music and literature for children and families to enjoy over the course of 45 minutes.

This event is free and family friendly. Funded by the Postmark Programming Grant and 4 Culture King County.

FREE | ALL AGES
1:00PM - 3:00PM

Second Saturdays - Redefining Luxury - The Black Experience of Sustainable Textile Practices

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Visit Postmark Center for the Arts, open to the public each Second Saturday from 12-4PM! Each month features FREE, all ages performances, crafts, and events!

1PM - 3PM
Redefining Luxury - The Black Experience of Sustainable Textile Practices

Lecture followed by Q&A

Luxury is more than exclusivity—it’s tradition, craftsmanship, and sustainability. This immersive workshop explores the deep-rooted sustainable fashion practices within the Black experience, tracing their origins from Africa to Black American fashion today.

This presentation will touch on sewing techniques and the empowerment of sewing machines, embroidery, weaving, and royal garments, and Kente cloth weaving. Visitors are invited to touch an authentic piece of Kente cloth handwoven by a Ghanaian master and the first 25 visitors will receive a piece inspired by this tradition to take home. 

This event is family friendly. Funded by the Postmark Programming Grant and 4 Culture King County.

FREE | ALL AGES

4:00PM - 7:00PM

Our Faces, Our Futures: Auburn Headshots Project (2 of 2)

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

The Auburn Headshots Project provides free, professional-quality headshots to Auburn residents, photographed by Andy Perkovich. This project supports job seekers, students, and small business owners with a vital career resource while fostering community connection.

This event is free for Auburn residents. Funded by the Postmark Programming Grant and 4 Culture King County.

Check in with staff upon arrival. Please note that the photographer will be taking individual portraits only, no group photos. 

FREE | AGES 13+