We’re seeking up to eight emerging artists to develop temporary, large-scale, colorful panels for the fence surrounding the Civic Square construction site in downtown Seattle. The call is open to emerging professional artists living within 100 miles of Seattle. An emerging artist is considered to be an artist in the… [ Keep reading ]
Mayor Mike McGinn and the Seattle City Council honored arts leader Melissa Hines with a joint recognition at Monday’s City Council meeting. The community is invited to celebrate Melissa’s life and achievements at a public memorial service, 3 to 5 p.m., Monday, May 9 at Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave. A friend, colleague… [ Keep reading ]
May is Arts Education Month in Washington state. Together with ArtsEd Washington, we invite you to join the statewide campaign celebrating and promoting arts education. Read Mayor Mike McGinn’s proclamation in support of Arts Education Month. Arts Education Month is a time to celebrate and strengthen arts education in our schools… [ Keep reading ]
On Monday, May 2, the Seattle City Council unanimously confirmed Vincent E. Kitch as director of the Seattle Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs, and he was sworn in to office by City Clerk Monica Simmons. To view the Seattle Channel video of Vincent’s confirmation and his oath of office. Seattle… [ Keep reading ]
Know an individual or an organization making a difference in Seattle through arts and culture? Nominate them for a 2011 Mayor’s Arts Award. Nomination deadline is 5 p.m., Thursday, May 5, 2011. Go to the Online Nomination Form. Mayor Mike McGinn will present the awards at a ceremony, Thursday, Sept…. [ Keep reading ]
