Windmore

Mission Statement

At Windmore, we inspire creativity, nurture talent, and build community through dynamic arts programs that engage people of all ages and backgrounds

Vision Statement

To be the heart of artistic expression and education in our community, offering a welcoming space for participation, creativity, and connection.

Windmore History & Programs

For more than 40 years, Windmore has championed the arts across the Northern Piedmont, offering creative opportunities that connect, inspire, and uplift our community. Now entering an exciting new chapter at the State Theater of Culpeper, we’re expanding our programs and deepening our impact—building a true home for the arts in the heart of Culpeper and beyond.

StageWorks Community Theater brings people of all ages together to learn, create, and shine—onstage and behind the scenes. Whether acting under the lights or running them, participants can explore every aspect of live theater, from performance to set design, costume creation to sound and tech. With full-scale productions and hands-on classes, StageWorks opens the curtain to creative expression, collaboration, and community.

Piedmont Community Band unites musicians from middle school through adulthood in a welcoming, all-skill-level ensemble dedicated to the joy of making music together. It’s a space where generations learn from and inspire one another, creating a rare blend of mentorship, collaboration, and shared passion. The band performs free concerts throughout the year and brings live music to events across the region—proving that music truly is for everyone, at every stage of life.

Youth Fine Arts offers affordable and accessible arts education for K–12 students, inviting young creatives to explore theater, music, storytelling, and visual arts through engaging classes and workshops. Each summer, our popular Musical Theater Camp gives students a chance to dive into the full production experience—learning everything from auditioning, acting, and singing to choreography, set design, makeup, and more—culminating in a live performance that showcases their growth and talent.

Pen-to-Paper is a welcoming community of writers who gather monthly to share their work, exchange ideas, and support one another’s creative journey. From first drafts to published pieces, this program offers workshops on creative writing, memoir, and publishing to help writers grow in skill and confidence. All experience levels are encouraged to join—whether you’re just getting started or already crafting your next chapter.

When you give, you fuel creativity, connection, and lifelong learning right here in our community. Thank you for helping us keep the arts alive and accessible to all.