The Center for Sex Positive Culture (CSPC) in Seattle is one of the longest-standing institutions dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and educational spaces for people exploring sexuality, kink, and alternative relationship styles. Founded in 1999, the CSPC became a cornerstone for the sex-positive community, offering not just play spaces but also workshops, art, and cultural events.

What They Do

• Events & Play Parties – A wide variety of themed events where people can connect, play, and express themselves in consensual and respectful environments.
• Educational Workshops – Covering topics from consent and negotiation to advanced kink practices, CSPC has long been a hub for learning.
• Community Building – Beyond play, the center has served as a gathering place for activists, educators, and creatives working to normalize sex-positivity.
• Cultural Engagement – Hosting art shows, lectures, and performances that celebrate sexuality as a vital part of human expression.

Why It Matters

CSPC was one of the first spaces in the U.S. to institutionalize the idea of sex-positivity — not just as a concept, but as a lived, organized, and sustainable community. Their model has inspired countless other groups, clubs, and community spaces across the country.

For those of us invested in consent-forward culture, CSPC offers an important reminder: safe play spaces don’t happen by accident. They are created through structure, accountability, education, and a culture of respect.

Learn More

🌐 sexpositiveculture.org
📸 @sexpositiveculture

A Shared Mission

At Consent Culture, we share CSPC’s vision: creating spaces where people can explore with curiosity, safety, and joy. Whether in Seattle or beyond, their legacy proves that sex-positivity thrives when community, consent, and education come first.

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