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We’re so glad you’re thinking about joining Oregon Writers Colony.

OWC memberships also make great gifts. Show your support for the writers in your life.

Here are our membership options:

Membership Type Annual Cost
Individual membership $40
Couples membership (two people at the same residence) $70
Student (full-time student) $25
Lifetime membership $500
Individual gift membership $40
Couple’s gift membership $70
  • Even though we ask about your writing and published works, because we’re interested in supporting your writing goals, you don’t have to have any work published to join.

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Mission Statement

Oregon Writers Colony supports all writers. Members benefit from classes, gain insight from teachers and colleagues, and have access to Colonyhouse, a lovely writing retreat on the Oregon Coast.

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Oregon Writers Colony
501(c)(3) non-profit writers' organization dedicated to supporting writers through education and community-building.
Email: info@oregonwriterscolony.org
P.O. Box: 15200
Portland, Oregon 97293-5200
United States
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Individual membership $40 per year, with discounts for couples and students.

Benefits:

  • Members’ rates on conferences and workshops
  • Free admission to Literary Lounge
  • Use of Colonyhouse
  • Get a special report, Story Starters for Imagination and Creativity, compiled by OWC member, author, and teacher Lori L. Lake

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