The Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts is a private non-profit organization that operates the Columbia Theatre, an architecturally significant 1925 historic venue restored by the citizens of Cowlitz County. Columbia Theatre's five-year plan is to be the recognized leader in providing consistent, high-quality entertainment and expanded programming for the diverse communities of Southwest Washington. The Core Values: Enrichment - Adding value to the life experience; Involvement - Community participation; Arts Education - Teaching appreciation; Preservation -   Maintaining an historic facility; Stewardship - Managing all our resources.