Open To Question Exhibit Opens
The opening night reception for Open To Question, Activism in Seattle's University District, was held on April 3rd at the UW Tower and was free and open to the public. More than 200 people attended the event which featured wine and refreshments and a program in the mezzanine theater.
Councilmember Larry Gosset opened the program by talking about his part in the founding of the Black Student Union at the UW during the time the exhibit addresses. Mr. Gosset, a prolific writer, dynamic speaker, administrator and political activist is dedicated to the cause of equal rights and economic freedom for all people.
Following Mr. Gossett, Teresa Lord Hugel, Director, Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce, welcomed visitors to the opening and she was followed by Susan Coleman, Karen Ko and Patty Whisler who acknowledged the work of the University District Museum Without Walls Steering Committee.
Next, Layla Taylor, Exhibit and Programs Manager, introduced Paul Dorpat who presented a slideshow of some highlights in the history of Seattle and the U District specifically. Three of Mr. Dorpat's thirteen publications are collections of his columns that have appeared weekly in the Sunday Seattle Times Pacific Northwest Magazine since Jan 17, 1982. His interesting slideshow was enlivened by spontaneous comments from the audience.
Upcoming free public programs include
Councilmember Larry Gosset opened the program by talking about his part in the founding of the Black Student Union at the UW during the time the exhibit addresses. Mr. Gosset, a prolific writer, dynamic speaker, administrator and political activist is dedicated to the cause of equal rights and economic freedom for all people.
Following Mr. Gossett, Teresa Lord Hugel, Director, Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce, welcomed visitors to the opening and she was followed by Susan Coleman, Karen Ko and Patty Whisler who acknowledged the work of the University District Museum Without Walls Steering Committee.
Next, Layla Taylor, Exhibit and Programs Manager, introduced Paul Dorpat who presented a slideshow of some highlights in the history of Seattle and the U District specifically. Three of Mr. Dorpat's thirteen publications are collections of his columns that have appeared weekly in the Sunday Seattle Times Pacific Northwest Magazine since Jan 17, 1982. His interesting slideshow was enlivened by spontaneous comments from the audience.
Upcoming free public programs include
- April 25, 2:00 to 4:30pm: Screening of Open To Question: Voices from the University District. Watch interviews with University District activists from the '60's to the present and share your own stories about neighborhood changes over the years at a community roundtable.
- May 17, 1:00 and 3:30pm: Taking it to the Street Fair! Civic engagement project leader Nancy Amidei leads U District activists from the past and present in an engaging impromptu conversation. Jump in and share you own stories. University Street Fair, Brooklyn Ave NE and NE 42nd Street.
- May 28, 12:00 to 2:00pm. Activist for a New Century. Join Nancy Amidei in a conversation exploring the new roles and ways of activism today. University Heights Center, University Way NE between NE 50th and NE 52nd Streets.
Posted by Moderator at 4/12/2009 3:17 PM 
Categories: Walking Tours, Art in the U District, MWW Updates
Tags: university district photos seattle activism
Categories: Walking Tours, Art in the U District, MWW Updates
Tags: university district photos seattle activism
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