971-205-5721

1000 SW Broadway Ave.
T-100
Portland, OR 97205

Gathering Spaces

Empowerment Series

Recognizing that we all bring different strengths and experiences to the group, Kinship TA empowerment series are structured panels and discussions designed by teaching artists for teaching artists. These sessions address important issues impacting the field and community at large We disseminate information, share insights and resources with the intention of strengthening our community and eliminating obstacles. 

Teaching Artist Connect

This virtual or in-person gathering held regularly throughout the school year will share information about Kinship TA initiatives, give updates, and serve as a space for connection and community building for teaching artists. Each meeting will feature a thematic conversation.

Office Hours

A virtual bi-monthly meeting of peer-centered time for teaching artists to ask questions about anything related to their work, such as contracting, school experiences, scheduling challenges, and more. We will work together to address any issues to find solutions. If we don’t have the answers, we’ll help find a resource for support. The first hour will be dedicated for teaching artists listed in our directory, and the second hour is for anyone.

Teaching Artist Connect

December 7, 2025 2:00 pm

Sunday, Dec 7th 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Albina Library, 205 NE Russell St, Portland, OR 97212

Let’s get together for the end of the year in celebration! This family-friendly gathering will cheer the work that Kinship Teaching Artists has launched. We’ll have light snacks, drinks, art activities, and creative fun geared for all ages. Bring your family, friends, and let’s connect and community build together. This in-person gathering held regularly throughout the year will share information about Kinship Teaching Artists initiatives and serve as a space for connection and community building for connection and community building for teaching artists and our arts education community.

Open Office Hours

December 2, 2025 4:00 pm

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Teaching Artists on directory

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Open to All

A virtual meeting of peer-centered time for teaching artists to ask questions about anything related to their work, such as contracting, school experiences, scheduling challenges, and more. We will work together to address any issues to find solutions. If we don’t have the answers, we’ll help find a resource for support. The first hour will be dedicated for teaching artists listed in our directory, and the second hour is for anyone.