Discover Your Creativity
at Spokane’s Art Room 509
A unique Spokane art studio where creativity is for everyone.
Open House! 2nd Sunday of every month from noon to 4 PM
Enjoy a selection of beverages available for purchase during our free Open House as you explore the studio and get creative.
Art Room 509. Art for Everyone.
Art Room 509 is Spokane’s creative art space for curious beginners, experienced makers, and everyone in between. You don’t need to be an artist to join in. Just come ready to create and have fun.
At Art Room 509, creativity is for everyone. Whether you are brand new to art or looking to grow your skills, this is your space to relax, explore, and create without pressure or judgment.
From paint and sip nights and kids art camps to hands-on artist workshops and custom group experiences, you will have the chance to experiment with techniques, build confidence, and practice your skills in a fun, low-stress environment guided by expert instructors.
With music, community, and open minds, you will discover your creative spark and make art unlike anyone else’s. Because your art should be as unique as you are.
Pick up a brush and join in
Upcoming Classes
Discover what’s happening at Art Room 509. From classic paint and sip nights to seasonal workshops and creative events for all ages, every class is designed to be fun, hands-on, and accessible.
Ready to get creative? Explore everything coming up at Art Room 509.
No Experience? No Problem!
Art Room 509 was built on the belief that everyone can create. Classes are designed to be welcoming, social, and inspiring so you can unwind, learn, and make something you are proud of.
Popular Experiences
- Paint and Sip Nights
- Kids Art Camps
- Seasonal Workshops
- Private Parties and Team Events
Inside the Historic Parkwater
Schoolhouse
Located in Spokane’s historic 1913 Parkwater Schoolhouse near Felts Field, Art Room 509 is a creative haven filled with light, music, and inspiration. The studio-style classroom is where Spokane’s art lovers gather to connect, learn, and make something beautiful.
Why Spokane Loves Art Room 509
A friendly, no-pressure environment
Enjoy a relaxed, welcoming studio where you can express yourself freely, meet new people, and explore your creativity in a space that celebrates every skill level.
Expert instruction from experienced teachers
Learn from passionate artists and educators who bring years of experience and enthusiasm to every class, guiding you step by step at your own pace.
Classes for all ages and skill levels
Whether you are five or seventy-five, a complete beginner or a practiced artist, you will find classes that inspire, challenge, and delight you.
Private parties and creative experiences
Celebrate life’s moments with unforgettable art experiences, from lively paint and sip nights to creative team-building sessions and one-of-a-kind private events.
Stacey’s Closet
Art Room 509’s Little Boutique
Discover a cozy corner of creativity at Art Room 509, where art meets style. Our boutique offers a curated blend of new, gently loved, and vintage clothing, shoes, and jewelry—each piece handpicked with love and an eye for individuality. Thoughtful finds for creative souls who see fashion as another form of art.
create something amazing
Meet the Owner
About Stacey Desautel Gonzales
Meet Stacey Desautel Gonzales, the artist and educator behind Art Room 509. With nearly 30 years of experience teaching art from Pre-K through college, Stacey has inspired thousands of students across Spokane and the Inland Northwest.
Her passion for art began in Prosser, Washington, where she sold her first pieces as a middle school student. Since then, Stacey has explored nearly every medium imaginable, including painting, ceramics, printmaking, jewelry-making, and textile art. She has even directed large-scale murals with Spokane youth, including one commissioned for the City of Spokane.
Her teaching career includes positions at Southridge High School in Kennewick, as well as Spokane schools such as Salk Middle School, Havermale High School, Shadle Park High School, and several elementary schools including Woodridge, Finch, Browne, Westview, Longfellow, Willard, Hutton, and Hamblen. She has also shared her expertise at Eastern Washington University.
At Art Room 509, Stacey brings her lifelong love of art and education into a space where everyone is encouraged to explore, create, and find joy in the process.
Book a Private Party
Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate? Host your next private event at Art Room 509, Spokane’s favorite spot for paint parties and group art experiences.
Whether it’s a birthday, bridal shower, ladies’ night, family gathering, or team-building event, we’ll help you design a session that’s completely customized for your group. Choose from painting, crafts, or drawing activities, pick your music and vibe, and we’ll provide all the supplies and guidance you need.
It’s the perfect mix of art, laughter, and connection inside our cozy 1913 schoolhouse studio near Felts Field.
Art Room 509
Spokane’s creative studio for all ages
Located in Spokane’s historic Parkwater Schoolhouse near Felts Field, Art Room 509 offers painting classes, pottery workshops, craft sessions, jewelry-making, and private art events for kids, teens, and adults. Serving Spokane, Spokane Valley, and the Inland Northwest, our studio invites you to discover your creativity in a welcoming space where art and community come together.
Proudly a Native American woman owned business.
© 2026 Art Room 509 | Spokane, WA | Website by 2Dudes
Contact Us
Art Room 509
Parkwater Schoolhouse
5634 E. Commerce Ave.
Spokane, WA 99212
Email: Stacey@artroom509.com
Studio Hours
By appointment
or during scheduled classes and events
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If you find glitter in your hair tomorrow,
you probably had fun.