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The elusive search for Seattle’s early Black history
Researching the life of a musician born in 1888 led to dead ends, deep appreciation for keepers of the past and questions about whose history is told.
Jas Keimig
Jas Keimig is a writer and critic based in Seattle. They previously worked on staff at The Stranger, covering visual art, film, music and stickers. Their work has also appeared in Crosscut, South Seat
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ArtSEA: A 98-year-old sculptor whose art swings with jazz at SAM
Plus, an homage to IKEA (Swedish meatballs included), and Elphaba, Glinda and Mary Poppins take local stages.
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ArtSEA: Dark fairytale films and more at National Nordic Museum
Plus, outdoor art, dance and music to soak up the last days of Seattle summer.
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Meet the team behind the visual artistry of Black Arts Legacies
Our photographer and videographer — creatives in their own right — offer a glimpse into the making of Season 3.
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ArtSEA: A ‘Phantom Flag’ drained of its color at the Frye
Plus, five festivals to check out this weekend, and the final show at a beloved gallery.