Apr 27 Saturday
Sound Check! The Music We Make
October 15, 2023 through September 14, 2024 Special Exhibition Gallery
This exhibition explores the role music has played in Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander lives & communities as an element of cultural heritage/identity, a form of personal/creative expression, a commercial industry, a connecting/healing force, and an integral part of thriving communities and culture.
The interactive exhibit includes behind the scenes-photos, framed artworks, podcasts, artifacts, storylines, audio, and video that feature Asian artists’ expressions of cultural identity.
Sound Check! The Music We Make reflects the Wing Luke Museum’s mission to highlight stories from the Asian American experience while connecting the community to the dynamic history, cultures and art of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders through vivid storytelling and inspiring experiences to advance racial and social equity.
Hours: Wednesday 10 AM–5 PMThursday 10 AM–5 PMFriday 10 AM–5 PMSaturday 10 AM–5 PMSunday 10 AM–5 PMMonday 10 AM–5 PMTuesday Closed
The textile-based works in Soft Power are declarations: potent expressions of care, rebuke, resistance, and resilience. These soft manifestations of cultural heritage - the natural, tangible, and intangible- amplify personal narrative and social criticism through process and materiality. Visitors are encouraged to join in the creation of a large-scale collaborative soft artwork within the gallery.
In 1936, the University of Washington men’s rowing team did the unthinkable: despite injuries and illness, they defeated British, German, and Italian crews and brought home a gold medal at the Berlin Olympics. In celebration of the film The Boys in the Boat, directed by George Clooney, MOHAI is proud to display a selection of rare artifacts and photographs related to the 1936 champion crew which offer a look into the rich history of rowing in Seattle.
On view at Seattle’s Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) November 24, 2023-June 2, 2024, Pulling Together explores how the sport of rowing has united the city around the shared values of teamwork and inclusion and connected us to the world beyond.
The opening day festivities on November 24 including a panel discussion with former UW Olympic rowing medalists, screenings of the critically acclaimed American Experience documentary film, The Boys of '36, courtesy of KCTS 9, and a special Pop-Up-Shop at the MOHAI Mercantile featuring a wide-range of rowing-themed merchandise.
Nordic Utopia? African Americans in the 20th Century illuminates the untold story of African American visual and performing artists, such as Doug Crutchfield, Herb Gentry, Dexter Gordon, William Henry Johnson, Howard Smith, and Walter Williams, who sought new possibilities, inspiration, and environments in the Nordic countries as an alternative to Paris. This exhibition is the first comprehensive examination of this topic.
LeMay – America’s Car Museum is proud to announce Shinka: An Immersive Japanese Automobile Exhibit, opening to the public on March 16, 2024. This one-of-a-kind exploration of Japan’s automotive heritage will offer visitors unparalleled access to some of the most iconic and important vehicles to come out of Japan. The display will feature everything from classic models that laid the foundation of the Japanese automotive identity, to legends of the ’90s and their modern-day successors, providing Museum guests the opportunity to witness their distinct engineering and aesthetics up close. Join us in celebrating Japanese car culture during our year-long display that will showcase both JDM and US market vehicles from a variety of manufacturers. New cars will be rotated into the exhibit throughout the year, so plan to visit frequently!
Taichi is an ancient Chinese martial art that exercises the mind and body through slow movements. Practicing taichi regularly can improve balance and coordination, increase energy and stamina, reduce stress, and calm the mind. Qigong (pronounced “chee-gong”) is an “energy exercise” that connects the mind and body to promote healing. Learn to use your breath in a simple practice to help circulate your body’s energy and connect with others. Free to attend!
Join Hansie Wong, Haoyun Jiang, and the Federal Way Community Center taichi group for WORLD TAICHI DAY on Saturday, April 27 from 10A -12P at the Pacific Bonsai Museum. We will be doing a short series of easy qigong movements as well as a few popular taichi forms. This event is open and free to the public and great if you’re curious about this ancient Chinese martial art. You will leave feeling both energized and relaxed. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and be prepared to participate!
About Your Instructors:Hansie Wong has been practicing taichi since 1997 and enjoys sharing the philosophy of these arts with the public. She is a movement enthusiast and is passionate about applying body awareness and mindfulness to maintain and optimize health. She teaches taichi and qigong at the Federal Way Community Center on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings at 8:30 am and occasionally presents free public workshops. Please visit her website for more information and upcoming events.
Hao Jiang has also been practicing taichi since 1997 and studied Chen style in China. She is knowledgeable in the history and application of the martial art. She teaches at the Federal Way Community Center on Wednesday evenings at 6:50 pm as well as at Highline Community College on Sundays. You can get a glimpse of her practice in this video.
The 2024 Gorge Artists Open Studios tour will feature 45 studios the weekend of April 26-28, 10am-5pm. Come experience art as work, craft, process, and inspiration. Encounter a variety of mediums - from painting to ceramics, jewelry to textiles, woodworking to photography, glass to metalsmith, and more. This is a free, self-guided tour of artist studios and work spaces located throughout the Mid-Columbia Gorge region. To see what’s in store for this year, follow us on social media @gorgeartists.
"Mere Mortals"
Please join Childhood’s End Gallery for Springs Arts Walk and the opening of our latest exhibition “Mere Mortals” and a bonus special feature of Louise Rae Williams.
“Mere Mortals" is a group figurative exhibition, featuring a diverse body of contemporary figurative and portrait work by Northwest artists. The grouping features sculpture by Simon Kogan, ceramic work by Shari Bray, and a dynamic array of painting by Lynette Charters, Jennifer Lauer, Livia Lynne Miller, Carla Paine, and Amy Scherer.
“Mere Mortals" is accompanied by a posthumous exhibition of Louise Rae Williams, marking the 20th anniversary of her passing and celebrating the surreal and fantastical career of Louise’s artistry.
4/26 - 6/9Reception: 4/26 : 5-9pm ArtsWalk 4/27 : 12-7pm | with piano by Ann Finn 1-3pm
Celebrate Earth Day and join us as we rock the block again on Saturday, April 27, from 11 am to 2 pm.
Just like last year, we’ll have fun for kids and adults, including our Truckstravaganza, electric vehicle car show, energy-savings giveaways and much, much more. We can’t wait to see you there!
All ages welcome with adult.Celebrate Día: Children's Day/Book Day! DÍA is a nationally recognized initiative that connects children and their families to multicultural books, languages and cultures11:30-11:50am: Welcome from Executive Director Heidi Daniel; Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Dominica Myers; and Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus.11:50am-12pm: Poem reading by Mateo Acuña12pm: Spanish/English Story Time with Se Habla Anchor Jaime Méndez12:30-2:30pm: World Language Story Times2:30-3pm: Baile Folklorico Tonantzin/Popsicles3-3:30pm: English/Spanish Music Show with Marco Cortés3:30-5pm: World Language Listening SessionsVisit www.kcls.org/dia from April 20-28 for daily Día events.Registration not required.