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Intended as a ‘third space,’ The Creative Café opens at historic Washington Hall

From International Examiner (by Roxanne Ray) – Opening on MLK Day, January 15th, The Creative Café seeks to provide a “third place” in the Central District.
A black man hands a glass of beer to another black man in a brewery.

2 new Black-owned breweries break barriers and bring craft beer to Seattle’s Central District

From The Seattle Times (by Tan Vinh) – New in the Central District, 23rd Ave Brewery and Métier Brewing Co. are increasing the representation of people of color in craft brewing.
Wood sculpture stands next to a brown, brick library.

Soul Pole Preserved for Generations

People mingle around a table on a patio at a celebration at Estelita's Library.

Estelita’s Library Turns the Page on a New Chapter in the Central District

From South Seattle Emerald (by Amanda Ong) – The opening of a justice-focused library creates a new community space fighting to maintain the identity of the Central District.
A black woman poses in front of a street mural depicting Black historical figures, buildings, and other cultural items.

A wave of Black art rises in Seattle’s Central District

As new development proliferates in the historically Black neighborhood, artists proclaim: ‘We were here, and we are still here, and we will be here.’