An International Two-Day Symposium Open to the Public Jackson School of International Studies, Hellenic Studies Program University of Washington | December 3-4, 2021 | Online via Zoom Friday, December 3, 2021 Welcome and Opening Remarks 9:00-9:30 a.m. PST Leela Fernandes, Director, Jackson School of International Studies Alexander Hollmann, Chair, Hellenic Studies Nektaria Klapaki, Lecturer, Hellenic […]
We invite you to participate in the meeting "LIFE AS PHILOSOPHY" where we will be discussing * Who was Skovoroda: a Ukrainian hippie of the 18th century or one of the greatest intellectuals in Eastern Europe? * What was the language Skovoroda wrote in? * Which secrets are hidden in his handwriting? * What does […]
Another event makes a comeback: the Polish Home Association presents the annual Mikołajki party for children to celebrate Christmas traditions at the Polish Cultural Center. This is a community-wide event and all children are invited, regardless whether they speak Polish or English. Due to COVID restrictions, a visit by Santa Claus is not confirmed at […]
Norwegian Ladies Chorus of Seattle: Christmas Concert December 5, 2021 at 3:00pm The Norwegian Ladies Chorus of Seattle invites you to join them for their annual Christmas Concert on December 5,2021 at 3:00 pm. This year’s concert will be held in person in the newly remodeled sanctuary of Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church, located at 2400 […]
Celebrate the season with delicious soup and a Finnish holiday classic at the Museum! Joulutarina shows the origins of St. Nicholas's life from childhood on and radiates messages of selflessness and friendship. Please register by Tuesday, December 7, to reserve your seat. Register HERE https://www.nordicmuseum.org/product/6307
On December 15, Paper Dialogues: The Dragon and Our Stories artist Bit Vejle will teach participants how to create delicate paper snow crystals virtually! This free event includes a template that you can use over and over again. Sign Up HERE https://www.nordicmuseum.org/product/6309
December 18th and 19th, 2021 from 10am – 6pm Location: Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center in Discovery Park 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle, WA 98199 Find Great Holiday Gifts at the United Indians Native Art Market Beautiful work by Native American Artists. Many styles and tribes represented. Clothing, jewelry, woodworking, drums, art prints, and so […]
This event is the first from a series under the umbrella of a larger collective project "THE EXQUISITE GORGE PROJECT II: Fiber Arts", developed by Curator of Education at Maryhill Museum of Art, Louise Palermo. It features 13 regional fiber artists working with communities along 220 miles of the Columbia River from the Willamette Confluence […]
Meet the descendants of Indipino (Native American mothers and Filipino fathers) parents who grew up in Bainbridge Island, Washington who face discrimination to this day. Be the first to watch, “Honor Thy Mother: The Untold Story of Aboriginal Women and their Indipino Children." Panelists: Gina Corpuz, daughter of Evelyn Williams, Squamish Nation, BC and Anacleto […]
Join us for a conversation about dor, a Romanian word that some find untranslatable, and the complex relationships it acquires in exilic relations. What does dor carry as baggage? How does dor change when looking back towards a homeland in an Ovidian gaze? Is there an intentionality in exilic dor that shapes the various Romanian diaspora groups? Why and how do we […]
Presenter: John Marks, AASLH Director of the Public History Research Lab and Senior Manager for Strategic Initiatives Join AKCHO for our Annual Meeting, a time of sharing, networking, and learning that will get your professional year off to an energizing start! Join us for a conversation with John Marks of AASLH to talk about preparing […]
Arts & Heritage Day will be February 1! Join the Washington State Historical Society and Washington Museum Association for a day of learning and advocacy. More more details and to RSVP, contact Allison Campbell at allison.campbell@wshs.wa.gov by January 28.
On Friday, January 28th we will be showing The Good Traitor at 6:00 pm. Join us for a cozy filmaften at the Seattle Danish Center (1833 N 105th Street, Suite 205, Seattle, WA 98133). $10 suggested donation About the film: April 9, 1940: Denmark is invaded by Nazi Germany with demands for immediate and unconditional […]
Settle into the new year with an encore presentation of EHC/UW Libraries’ "What to Throw Away and What to Keep!" Learn how to evaluate your collections and determine what to preserve. Guiding questions and strategies will help you manage your papers, photos, digital files, books, and other historical materials. For more information about We Are History Keepers, […]
Join us as we take our Lunar New Year Fair outside! Explore the Chong Wa Playfield for an afternoon of fun with the Wing Luke Museum. Enjoy Lunar New Year-themed storytimes, interactive Lion Dance Talks, take-and-go craft activities, and connecting with community organizations. *SAFETY UPDATE* Please note that we are requiring all of our guests […]
Lan Su Chinese Garden is ringing in the Lunar New Year — the Year of the Tiger — with festive New Year decorations and more. Festivities kick off February 1 and end February 15. Day-time garden hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm. Tickets for evening Lantern Viewing (February 3 to 6 & February 10 to 13, […]
Join us for our first meeting in 2022! We will discuss Andrus Kivirähk's The Man Who Spoke Snakish (translated into English by Christopher Moseley), with special guest Prof Guntis Šmidchens, director of UW's Baltic Studies Program. Register using this corrected link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95068638451 Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Man-Who-Spoke-Snakish/dp/0802124127/
Every Monday, 7-9:30 pm, $7 drop-ins. We dance and teach couple and circle dances and lively mixers from all Nordic countries. Lessons 7:15-8:15 p.m., September through May; open dancing year-round (except holidays). First dance free, student discount, no partner necessary. $100 for annual membership. Please bring separate indoor dancing shoes. Everyone is welcome! Info: Newgards […]
Nordic Northwest is opening a new exhibit, Swedish Cabins: The Legacy of Henry Steiner and Fogelbo. The exhibit will be on display at Nordia House from January 17 through June 5. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Alongside the exhibit, there will be a ticketed lecture on February 4 at 7:30 pm […]