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Interpretive Center
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Twisp, Washington
Attractions
Attractions are abundant in Twisp. This up and becoming town is gaining popularity for the arts. Stroll downtown and discover the art galleries and public sculptures. Learn about the Native Americans and history at the Methow Valley Interpretive Center. Pick up fresh produce and locally made items at the Methow Valley Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings from May to October. Take in theater at the Merc Playhouse. For beautiful scenery drive the Cascade Loop. Find out what to see by reading this page.
Art, Artists and Galleries
Bruce Morrison Sculpture. PO Box 1043, Twisp, WA 98856. Phone: 509-429-7726. E-mail
Confluence Gallery & Art Center. 104 Glover Street, Twisp, WA 98856. Phone: 509-997-Arts. E-mail
Ginger Reddington. Phone: 509-997-2721. E-mail
Peligro Studio. 109 N. Glover Street, PO Box 575, Twisp, WA 98856. E-mail
TwispWorks. 502 S. Glover, Twisp, WA 98856. Phone: 509-997-3300. E-mail
Farmers Market
Methow Valley Farmers Market. Twisp Community Center: 201 S. Methow Valley Highway, Twisp, WA 98856.
The Farmers market runs every Saturday in April through October. Find fresh produce, food products, arts and crafts.
Farms
The Family Farm. 189 Twisp/Winthrop Eastside Road, Twisp, WA 98856. Phone: 509-997-0811. E-mail
Camps and programs for individuals, children and families teaching about organic produce and animal assisted therapy.
Interpretive Center
Methow Valley Interpretive Center. 210 5th Street, PO Box 771, Twisp, WA 98856. Phone: 509-997-4904. E-mail
National Park
North Cascades National Park. Phone: 360-854-7200; Fax: 360-856-1934.
The North Cascades National Park is located in the northernmost region of the Cascades. The wild, dramatic mountains are nearly impenetrable and remarkable because of their numerous glaciers, permanent snowfields, and sheer-walled cliffs, spires, and pinnacles. Hiking, backpacking and mountain climbing are popular recreational activities.
National Forest
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Methow Valley Ranger District: 24 West Chewuch Road, Winthrop, WA 98862. Phone: 509-996-4003.
Expanding for more than 4 million acres, the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest features a wide geographic range from old growth forests to alpine peaks to the dry, rugged terrain.
Performing Arts
The Merc Playhouse. PO Box 425, Twisp, WA 98856. Phone: 509-997-7529. E-mail
Scenic Byway
The Cascade Loop
Considered the best road trip in Washington, the Cascade Loop provides
beautiful scenery from glacier fed Lake Chelan to sunny, semi-arid Columbia
River Valley as well as a variety of recreational activities. See the Puget
Sound and the peaks of the North Cascades National Park. Plan to spend
anywhere from 1 to 4 days exploring this 440 mile (708km) byway.
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