4Culture News

Guest Post: Reflections on My Preservation Internship with Beacon Hill Council

Rosa Woolsey, 2023 Equity in Historic Preservation Undergraduate Intern, in front of the 4Culture Office, Photo by Emily P. Lawsin.

Rosa Woolsey, the 2023 Equity in Historic Preservation Undergraduate Intern, reflects on her introduction to historic preservation and her internship project, researching culturally significant places for Seattle’s Beacon Hill Council and the Beyond Integrity initiative.

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Doors Open Resources

Taking a class. DASSdance. 2022

The King County Council is currently considering Doors Open, a proposal from King County Executive Dow Constantine that would increase funding to arts, heritage, science, and historical preservation non-profit organizations through a 0.1 percent sales tax. If approved by the King County Council, tax collection would begin in April 2024. With over 50 years of grant-making experience, 4Culture is the County’s designated agency to distribute funding and implement the program.

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Join Us in Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Muckleshoot Tribe Canoe Journey, Sunday, July 31, 2023 Alki Beach in West Seattle.

Since Indigenous People’s Day was made a King County holiday last year, 4Culture staff have been seeking out intentional ways to learn more about the Native American tribes that make their home in and around King County. This year, staff members attended events that brought people together in celebration. This is part of our ongoing effort to deepen our relationship with Indigenous communities in King County in ways where we are invited to participate.

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