“Seattle” by Donte ‘Da Queen’ Johnson
September 5, 2014
This poem was commissioned by the Seattle Arts Commission for the 2014 Mayor’s Arts Awards. When i first asked for your name, You said call me… Seasonal Depression Call…
New artwork at City Light’s North Service Center: An interview with artist Kate Sweeney
November 26, 2012
…Arts funds and administered by the Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs. At a young age you began reading physics and medical books. How has your love of math and…
New Seattle Arts Commissioners
January 12, 2017
…Commissioner: Ana Lester is an arts advocate and supports fundraising and development efforts for artists and arts organizations. She currently works at Richard Hugo House in Business & Operations. Previously,…
Food for thought: Live performance of Voices of a People’s History of the United States at Seattle City Hall on Inauguration Day
January 3, 2017
…People’s History of the United States. About SALT: The Seattle Arts Leadership Team (SALT) is a flexible and creative professional development program for artists and arts administrators. SALT combines the…
What are your priorities for Seattle?
July 28, 2011
Artists and arts supporters: here’s your chance to weigh in on how the arts add to our quality of life in Seattle. Please take a minute to complete this survey…
City campaign features Seattle’s “hidden gems”
July 29, 2011
Discover Seattle’s locally owned “hidden gems” that help shape our neighborhoods. The Office of Economic Development’s 2011 Only in Seattle campaign celebrates local businesses that deliver one-of-a-kind experiences. The website…
Drive-Up COVID Testing Sites
June 19, 2020
UPDATE: The City offers walk-up testing now at Rainier Beach High School. Make sure to register ahead of time and check the site’s hours before going. The City of Seattle,…
Three grantwriting tips for Neighborhood & Community Arts
September 24, 2014
…NCA program supports Seattle’s neighborhood arts councils and community groups that produce events to promote arts and cultural participation and build community. In 2014, the program provided $1,200 each to…
Statement from the Seattle Arts Commission on Recent Events regarding Black Lives
June 2, 2020
…solidarity with our Black artists, Black leaders of organizations and Black arts and cultural administrators during this painful and egregious period. We recognize that these acts of injustice will continue…
June 1: King County Will Apply for Modified Phase One
June 1, 2020
Governor Jay Inslee recently announced updates to the Safe Start Washington reopening plan, and King County Executive Dow Constantine confirmed that the County will apply for modified Phase One on…