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Arts Centre Washington
Explore a year-round programme of exhibitions, performance, film and workshops
Special Events
Washington Vintage Fashion Market
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Comedy
The Noise Next Door
Ages 15+
Arts Centre Washington
Exhibitions
CHROMA: A Measure of Colour
Exhibition by Interface Arts
Arts Centre Washington
Spotlight: Washington Open Exhibition 2026
Want to exhibit your work at Arts Centre Washington? Submit to Spotlight: Washington Open Exhibition 2026! People from all backgrounds and levels of experience are encouraged to apply, from amateurs to professionals.
Bright Lights: Youth Arts Exhibition 2027
Are you an artist aged between 11-19? Do you live in Sunderland, Washington or Houghton-le-Spring? Submit your work to Bright Lights: Youth Arts Exhibition 2027!
See & Do
Exhibitions
CHROMA: A Measure of Colour
Exhibition by Interface Arts
Arts Centre Washington
Adult Workshops and Activities
Hotseat Life Drawing
18+
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Exhibitions
Finding Colour: Karen Hughes
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Films
Film and Fun: The Lego Movie
Part of Film and Fun
Certificate: U
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Children and Young People's Activities
Minecraft Movie Prop Making
Ages 8+
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Children and Young People's Activities
Special Effects Make-Up
Ages 8+
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Learn & Create
Young People
Regular art, music, film and theatre workshops for young people aged 11-21.
Adults
Regular activities and opportunities to get creative for adults.
Schools & Education
Bring your class to Art Centre Washington with group discounts available for our exciting, year-round programme of music and theatre – including Christmas performances! Email for more information.
Planning an event? We’ve got the space.
The arts centre offers a variety of spaces that can be hired for performances, parties, weddings, receptions, workshops and meetings.
Make a donation
We want more people to enjoy and experience creativity and culture. Your donation can make a real difference to our work.