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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
The International Special Review District (ISRD) Board is holding its annual Board member election in November. Community members who live, work or own property or a business in the boundaries of the historic district are eligible to register and vote in the community election and potentially serve on the ISRD Board! Contact… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Department of Neighborhood’s Landmarks Preservation Board will consider the nomination of Former American Can Company Building (2601 Elliott Avenue E) at its meeting on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. A copy of the Landmark Nomination can be viewed on the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods website. This property… [ Keep reading ]
“I’ve been doing this for so many years that I just envision it, I build it layer by layer, and it comes out the way I want it.” Growing flowers and arranging bouquets is second nature to Lue Thao, a first-generation Hmong flower farmer and owner of Thai Tao Farm…. [ Keep reading ]
The annual election for the Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board was held by mail with a ballot deadline of June 10, 2025. Three positions were up for election. The results are as follows: • John Cashman won Position #2 for Property Owner • Philipp Koman won Position #3 for Resident … [ Keep reading ]
“It’s about bringing in a community, having that experience that you’re not going to get with streaming, you’re only going to get with a room full of people.” After more than 50 years of catering to students, film buffs, and neighbors looking for a space to gather and belong, Seattle’s… [ Keep reading ]
