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History Café: Creating a Hopeful Future for the Puget Sound

Microsoft Lakefront Pavilion MOHAI - 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle

Join author-naturalist David B Williams for a discussion based on his book, Homewaters: A Human and Natural History of the Puget Sound. Learn about the long history of the Puget Sound and the interactions between humans and the rest of the natural world. Inspired by advances in science and management, Williams will offer newcomers and longtime residents alike reasons to feel hopeful about the future of the waters they call home.

Designing with Intention: Three Generations of Black Architects

Faye G. Allen Grand Atrium MOHAI 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle

In the historically white–dominated field of architecture, Black architects have created some of Seattle's most important landmarks and continue to change the industry. Their work is grounded in guiding principles of community-centered design and empowering underserved communities. Join three generations of Black architects in the Pacific Northwest for a discussion on their work, inspirations, challenges, and hopes for the next generation.

History Café: Paying Tribute to Seattle’s Black Landmarks and their Namesakes

Faye G. Allen Grand Atrium MOHAI 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle

Landmark names reflect the values, dreams and remembrances of a city's residents. Yet when walking around Seattle, most viewers don't know the people behind the names of local iconic sites. Join historian Mary Henry for a discussion of her new book, Tributes: Black People Whose Names Grace Seattle Sites, and learn about the lives of the many Black figures whose names are found on street signs, parks, concert halls and more.