2019 Northwest Folklife Festival

Tap the Hydrant at the 48th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival with Cultural Focus Committee mentors Megan Castillo & Scribe the Verbalist!

Conceived by youth from NW Folklife's 2019 Cultural Focus Committee, the Hydrant serves as a creative think tank and platform that amplifies the voices, stories, and impact of emerging leaders in the arts community. Acting as a hub, The Hydrant connects young creators to one another, to mentors, new inspirations, and audiences.

The Hydrant Lounge at NW Folklife is your gateway to experience the emergence! Come and celebrate the official launch of @TheHydrant (on IG) to:

-Learn how to get involved
-Learn about our first theme "Culture" and how you can submit your work to be featured
-Take a photo and create some art
-See pop up performances and open mics
-See art and exhibits from Creative Justice, Proxima Generacion & Unbroken Circle/Rhapsody Youth Residencies, Youth in Focus 25th Anniversary Exhibit & more!