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Historic Preservation Community Occupation Series – From Surplus to Shared Space: How Neighbors Saved Fire Station 7

April 15, 2026

“Fighting the Flames of NIMBYism since 1970” Submitted by Environmental Works Seattle in the late 1960s was a city in transition. It was grappling with the Vietnam War, civil rights struggles, environmental degradation, and economic instability after Boeing layoffs. Plans for new freeways threatened to fracture established neighborhoods, older buildings… [ Keep reading ]

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Notice of Election: Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board

April 8, 2026

Seattle’s Historic Preservation Program conducts its annual election for Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board members who have been nominated by the community. All residents, persons who operate businesses, and property owners in the Ballard Avenue Landmark District boundaries who have registered to vote at least fourteen (14) days prior to the election date, are eligible to vote. … [ Keep reading ]

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Landmarks Preservation Board to Consider Nomination of The People’s Wall

March 24, 2026

Seattle Department of Neighborhood’s Landmarks Preservation Board will consider the nomination of The People’s Wall (1919 E Spruce Street) at its meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. A copy of the Landmark Nomination can be viewed on the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods website. Meeting Information  Members of the public can attend the meeting… [ Keep reading ]

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Historic Preservation Community Occupation Series: Building Beloved Community at El Centro de la Raza

March 20, 2026

This piece is part of a short series focused on community occupations of historical places in Seattle. These stories, told by community members, showcase the power of people uniting to protect important community places in the city and the ways these places continue to provide meaningful space, resources, and services… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson Seeks New Member for International Special Review District Board

February 9, 2026

Mayor Katie B. Wilson seeks a new member for the International Special Review District Board (ISRD) Board and invites community members who care deeply about the Chinatown International District to come forward. Serving on the Board is a way for residents to shape decisions that affect their own neighborhoods—because this… [ Keep reading ]

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You Can’t Go Home Again: The Unshakable Community of the High Point Housing Projects

February 6, 2026

By Tracey Thompson The High Point Housing Projects were built in 1942 to accommodate military personnel and workers who migrated from the South in search of better opportunities. Over time, High Point became one of Seattle’s quiet strongholds of Black life, shaped by families who arrived during the Great Migration… [ Keep reading ]

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The important legacy of a Historic Landmark and Washington’s first Black architect, Benjamin McAdoo

January 31, 2026

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 outcome, it is certainly not that simple. Historic Landmarks are rooted in community. They are tangible connections to the people and events that have shaped… [ Keep reading ]

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International Special Review District announces results of its annual election

December 5, 2025

The annual election for the International Special Review District (ISRD) Board was held by mail, with ballots tabulated on the evening of Tuesday, December 2. Seattle Department of Neighborhoods received a total of 89 ballots. Three positions were up for election. Barring any challenges, the election results are as follows:… [ Keep reading ]

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International Special Review District Board Announces Candidates for its Annual Election

November 18, 2025

The International Special Review District (ISRD) Board invites community members to take part in its annual board election, a meaningful opportunity to help guide the future of the Chinatown International District (CID). The election is conducted by mail-in ballot only, with ballots due to the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods by… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Harrell seeks member for Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board, Architect representative

September 29, 2025

Mayor Bruce Harrell seeks a new member to serve on the Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board in the Architect position. The Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board reviews and makes recommendations to the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods Director regarding proposed changes within the Landmark District such as signage, awnings, landscaping, window… [ Keep reading ]

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