By Beverly Aarons By the 1990’s, Seattle had made a name for itself as a deafblind Mecca by offering a level of community support and specialized … [Read more...] about The Making of the DeafBlind Service Center: Seattle’s Trailblazer for Empowerment
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Join us for a Look Back at the History of Disability Activism in Seattle
Did you know that 1 in 4 American adults have a disability? Although this accounts for roughly 42.5 million people, accessibility support and … [Read more...] about Join us for a Look Back at the History of Disability Activism in Seattle
Landmarks Preservation Board to Consider Nomination of 1411 Boylston Avenue
Seattle’s Landmarks Preservation Board will consider the nomination of 1411 Boylston Avenue during its meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at … [Read more...] about Landmarks Preservation Board to Consider Nomination of 1411 Boylston Avenue
Landmarks Preservation Board to Consider Nomination of Lake Court Apartments
Seattle’s Landmarks Preservation Board will consider the nomination of Lake Court Apartments at 2012 43rd Avenue E during its meeting on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Landmarks Preservation Board to Consider Nomination of Lake Court Apartments
International Special Review District Board announces candidates for annual election
The International Special Review District (ISRD) Board is hosting its annual election of board members. The election will be held by mail-in ballot … [Read more...] about International Special Review District Board announces candidates for annual election
Screening and panel discussion of documentary “From Here” to spotlight generational immigrant experiences
Seattle Information Technology and the Seattle Office of Civil Rights are partnering with the Seattle Public Library for a film screening and panel … [Read more...] about Screening and panel discussion of documentary “From Here” to spotlight generational immigrant experiences
Landmarks Preservation Board to consider nomination of Stewart House
Seattle’s Landmarks Preservation Board will consider the nomination of Stewart House at 10455 Maplewood Place SW during its meeting on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Landmarks Preservation Board to consider nomination of Stewart House
The Pike Place Market Historical Commission Seeks Members for the Commission
Mayor Bruce Harrell and the Pike Place Market Historical Commission are seeking three new members to serve on the Commission. The openings are for: … [Read more...] about The Pike Place Market Historical Commission Seeks Members for the Commission
Capoeira Life hosts free youth programs focused on self-expression, community, and respect
Based in South Seattle, Capoeira Life provide youth from under-resourced backgrounds access to the movement and music of Capoeira Angola. Their … [Read more...] about Capoeira Life hosts free youth programs focused on self-expression, community, and respect
A look back at the Americans with Disabilities Act 25th anniversary celebration in Downtown Seattle
By Colin Wilfrid In 2025, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will reach its 35th anniversary. Signed into federal law in 1990, the ADA is quite … [Read more...] about A look back at the Americans with Disabilities Act 25th anniversary celebration in Downtown Seattle
The legacy of Washington’s first Black architect Benjamin McAdoo and Historic Landmark Queen Anne Pool
Often, when people hear the phrase historic preservation, the first thing they think of is saving old buildings. And while, yes, that is sometimes the … [Read more...] about The legacy of Washington’s first Black architect Benjamin McAdoo and Historic Landmark Queen Anne Pool
Celebrating 15 years of the Community Liaison Program and honoring those who have served since the beginning
This year marks the 15th anniversary of our Community Liaisons (CL) Program. The program was established in 2009 to help the City do a better job of … [Read more...] about Celebrating 15 years of the Community Liaison Program and honoring those who have served since the beginning