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Artist to Artist: Heidi Grace Acuña & Naomi Macalalad Bragin

Set against the backdrop of Buwaya Baby, an exhibition serving as a portal of protection, October at ARTS at King Street Station brings together two spiritually-driven performance works. Artists Heidi Grace Acuña (HGA) and Naomi Macalalad Bragin (Little Brown Language) share a conversation discussing grief, home, and ritual as it… [ Keep reading ]

How $2.3M in Arts & Culture Funding Transformed Seattle’s World Cup Summer

On any given match day for FIFA World Cup 2026, you’d find Pioneer Square filled with the cheers of fans, community celebrations, and camaraderie. During the June 19 USA vs. Australia match, nearly 20,000 people—neighbors, visitors, strangers alike—all came together to watch the match on the same screen. “The watch… [ Keep reading ]

Get Funding for Your Arts and Cultural Event in the Park

Arts in Parks grant now open Seattle, WA – The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture (OAC) opened its Arts in Parks grant today. OAC’s partnered with Seattle Parks & Recreation since 2016 to invest in the vibrant cultural work being done in and by diverse communities throughout Seattle. “Summer… [ Keep reading ]

The Creative Advantage Institute 2026

The Creative Advantage Institute welcomes teachers, community arts partners, administrators, and education leaders to reconvene and get inspired at the Seattle Asian Art Museum on Sept. 26, 10 AM-3 PM. The day includes updates for the new school year, art workshops, lunch, and admission to the museum. It’s free to attend, but… [ Keep reading ]

Apply to Arts in Parks 2027

The Office of Arts & Culture (OAC) and Seattle Parks & Recreation (SPR) invite individual artists, creative workers, community groups, and organizations to propose projects centering arts and culture activations in City of Seattle-managed parks between May and October 2027. For information and assistance with applying, access needs, or draft application feedback, contact Zach Frimmel, Grants Project Manager, at 206-963-9226 or Zach.Frimmel@seattle.gov. We have interpreters who can speak to you in your… [ Keep reading ]

Connect with Benevolent Spirits in “Buwaya Baby” Exhibition

Crocodiles as both fierce and caring Seattle, WA – Pre-colonial beliefs in the Philippines regarded the crocodile, or buwaya, as sacred, feared, and revered. Heidi Grace Acuña, in collaboration with Arabella Bautista, brings Buwaya Baby to ARTS at King Street Station this First Thursday, Sept. 3 through Nov. 7. “In… [ Keep reading ]

September First Thursday: Exhibition Opening and Plaza Festivities!

Join us this First Thursday Artwalk, Sept. 3 at ARTS at King Street Station! Catch the last night of our First Thursdays on King Street Station Plaza summer series with live music by Joe Brazil Legacy and a Mobile Book Fair and Zine Library by Common Area Maintenance. Stop by… [ Keep reading ]

Call Open for 2027 ARTS at King Street Station Exhibitions

Artists, curators, and community groups should apply Seattle, WA – The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture (OAC) is now accepting applications for 2027 exhibitions in its cultural space and gallery, ARTS at King Street Station. Located on the top floor of the historic train depot that opened in 1906,… [ Keep reading ]

Buwaya Baby

On View Sept. 3 – Nov. 7, 2026 Reception: Sept. 3, 2026, 5-8 PM Step into a portal of protection and ask the buwaya (crocodiles) to guide you and our descendants. This interdisciplinary exhibit features textile and television installations and ceramic sculpture offerings. About the Artist Heidi Grace Acuña (HGA/they/she)… [ Keep reading ]

September Programs ARTS at King Street Station

Join us this September for gallery exhibitions, performances, and more! Read on for more details about the upcoming free programs at ARTS at King Street Station. Check out our summer events calendar for even more programs throughout the city. ARTS at King Street Station is open Wednesday through Saturday, 11… [ Keep reading ]