Since 1974, the Port Townsend Writers Conference has brought together aspiring and master artists to talk about craft, ignite creativity, connect learners and mentors, and build a diverse community.

The Conference includes a week of generative, craft-centered workshops, lectures, readings, open mics, and communal gatherings in an environment designed to de-privilege the literary art form and serve diverse voices from across nations. Whether you consider yourself a beginning or seasoned writer, our approach is to provide an inspiring and inclusive space where writers can share their perspectives, celebrate growth, and take creative risks to improve their writing and the writing of our peers.

Take in craft lectures and readings by our award-winning faculty, who also offer focused writing workshops. The experience provides a multitude of opportunities and moments of quiet reflection on shores overlooking the Salish Sea as well as a space to get inspired and make friends who understand and support the human and writing journey.

Registration opens January 2, 2026.