The Downtown Olympia Creative District (DOCD) formed in 2025 and is a 79-block certified cultural and creative district rooted in connection, belonging, and economic opportunity.
What We Do
Home to more than 125 creative industries, more than 70 public murals, and a rich culture of arts and community activism, the DOCD is a supportive coalition of organizations, businesses, and individuals.
The DOCD aims to:
- Promote and celebrate creative businesses and artists with visibility and infrastructure
- Facilitate connections among creative enterprises, industries, artists, non-profits, and residents.
- Strengthen the downtown economy by attracting visitors, jobs, and creative entrepreneurs
- Enhance place-making through public art, performance, and cultural programming
- Celebrate Olympia’s creative identity and deepen community connection through collaborations and partnerships
Our Mission
The Downtown Olympia Creative District cultivates opportunities to support the community in order to strengthen a vibrant, collaborative, and thriving creative economy.
Our Vision & Values
We envision an inclusive and dynamic downtown Olympia where artists and the creative sector engage with educational institutions, civic leaders, local businesses and regional partners to foster a vibrant cultural experience for all.
We Value equity, connection, and a culture of compensation for creatives.
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