About Us
Bringing a world class performing arts center to SW Washington!
Imagine having access to a state of the art performing arts and cultural center with 400-500 seats, along with recording/podcast studios, educational class rooms, private meeting space, and a practice/smaller stage.
The Columbia River Arts and Cultural Foundation (CRACF) is a 503(c) not-for-profit organization who's mission is to inspire enrich, educate and entertain our region through vibrant performing arts and cultural experiences.
Opportunities for all kinds of artists & performers!
With our 2025 feasibility study complete, we have trusted, third party data that shows the need for such a facility and that the community is ready to help support it, with the plan that construction and operational costs will be paid for mostly with private funding and secured grants.
As our communities grow, we will need a multi-use facility that can properly accommodate.
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Meet Our Board Members:
President - Clare Hovland
President Emeritus & Secretary - Martha Martin, Ph.D.
President Emeritus & Secretary - Martha Martin, Ph.D.
Clare grew up in Anchorage, Alaska, a community rich in culture. From a young age, he was heavily active with the Anchorage Filipino Community. He is a local business owner and has been a Washougal resident since 2019. Clare is passionate about providing mind-blowing entertainment and educational opportunities for his two daughters and the community they live in.
President Emeritus & Secretary - Martha Martin, Ph.D.
President Emeritus & Secretary - Martha Martin, Ph.D.
President Emeritus & Secretary - Martha Martin, Ph.D.
Dr. Marth Martin is a licensed psychologist in the State of Washington and Arizona. She graduated from the University of Washington with two Bachelor degrees: one in Vocal Performance and another in Psychology. She is married, has 3 grandchildren, and resides in Washougal. She also has an extensive background in music education, performan
Dr. Marth Martin is a licensed psychologist in the State of Washington and Arizona. She graduated from the University of Washington with two Bachelor degrees: one in Vocal Performance and another in Psychology. She is married, has 3 grandchildren, and resides in Washougal. She also has an extensive background in music education, performance, and training. She is the lead driving force behind CRACF.
Vice President - Chuck Carpenter
President Emeritus & Secretary - Martha Martin, Ph.D.
Vice President - Chuck Carpenter
A former lawyer and music teacher, Chuck retired as a school administrator when he moved to Washougal in 2000. Since then he has been actively involved in city and community service. He currently services on the Washougal School Board, and the Civil Service Commission and Lodging Tax Committee. Chuck is also an active member of the Washougal Arts and Culture Alliance.
Advisory Consultant - Sam Robinson
Sam was born in South Bend, Washington on the Willapa Bay, the home of his ancestors. He is the third great grandson of Thomas Huckswelt, a Lower Chinook Headsman and signer of an Anson Dart Treaty in 1851. His wife, Chi'ixt (Sam's third great Grandmother) was a high status Willapa Chinook woman. Sam is a proud citizen of the Chinook Indian Nation and has serviced on the tribal council since 2001.
Advisory Consultant - Stuart Bennett
Stuart, a native Washingtonian with over 40 years in the Clark County area, has been involved with CRACF since its origination in 2019. He is passionate about bringing culture, music and the performing arts to the Camas-Washougal area.
