The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts will be the first performing arts center of its kind to be built in the Portland-metro area in more than 30 years. The idea was first conceived in the late 90’s by then-City Councilor and now current Mayor of Beaverton Denny Doyle. After years of championing this dream and vision, Mayor Doyle found an ally and kindred spirit in local business leader and philanthropist Pat Reser.

The formal process of conceiving and planning the center began in 2004. Since then numerous feasibility studies, community surveys, and public meetings have consistently demonstrated community support for building an arts center in Beaverton. Today the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts is a key component of the long-range Beaverton Community Vision Action Plan.

The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts will feature:

• A home to local arts groups that have diminishing access to existing venues in the region
• A showcase for the many cultural communities who today do not have access to a professional outlet for their artists and performers
• A source for lifelong learning for all who seek new experiences, knowledge and cultural awareness
• A space for some of the best in local, regional and national performers
• A thought leader on the West Side, hosting and inspiring conversations around our cultural differences and similarities
• A partner to businesses, schools, colleges, parks departments and other organizations to grow awareness  and appreciation for the arts

This state-of-the-art, world-class multidisciplinary performing and visual arts center will serve as a catalyst for personal, cultural and economic growth, as well as increased civic pride and engagement. This vision truly has been built from the ground up; an intentional, cooperative effort between public/private project champions.

View a 360-degree rendering of The Center here.

The city of Beaverton lies at the center of the Metro Region’s West Side. In the heart of the city you’ll find the emerging Central District, adjacent to The Round with its popular mix of office space, condominiums, local restaurants and access to the MAX Blue Line. The Patricia Center for the Arts will be nestled adjacent to The Round, accompanied by a public parking structure and just steps away from light-rail transit.

The facility will be operated by professionally trained staff with volunteer support. An ongoing community input process will ensure programming remains relevant to all in the area.

Fundraising for the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts is being led by the hard work and dedication of the Beaverton Arts Foundation staff and board and the Campaign Cabinet. The Cabinet is made up passionate volunteers leading the philanthropic efforts to secure the remaining funds needed to build this jewel in Washington County.

Connects Our Diverse Community

Though our region is distinguished by the diversity of our people, we lack a public venue capable of knitting together our vibrant, global community. We don’t yet have a place to come together to learn, entertain and be entertained, challenge our assumptions, refresh our spirits, and tap into our deepest selves.

Diversity defines us, the Arts unite us.

Impacts the Next Generation

The arts supports achievement in school, bolsters skills demanded of a 21st century workforce, and enriches the lives of young people and communities. As our culture grows increasingly digital and technology-focused, the arts offer children a way to engage with the world around them through a human-centric lens.

Is an Economic Driver

The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts will help retain entertainment dollars otherwise spent by residents, tourists and visitors outside our area. In 2015 alone the nonprofit arts sector generated $21 million in total economic activity in Washington County.* A well-known arts and cultural destination busy throughout the week increases the vitality of the surrounding area, benefiting retail, restaurants, hotels and other local businesses.