Agency Details:
The James Washington Foundation
The James W. Washington, Jr. and Janie Rogella Washington Foundation was established in 1997 as a nonprofit organization to preserve the art, writing, and lifetime works of Dr. James W. Washington, Jr. and to share his vision through the preservation, interpretation, and showing of his artwork, studio, family garden, and home. James W. Washington, Jr. (1911-2000), an American artist of African American heritage, is acknowledged as one of the most original sculptors of the twentieth century. The Foundation honors James W. Washington, Jr.’s memory and preserves and perpetuates his personal artistic legacy by supporting educational programs, special projects, exhibitions, critical scholarships, and community work that deepen appreciation of and access to the beliefs that guided his extraordinary art and life.
Description:
The Foundation seeks to recognize the dream of Dr. Washington to encourage the professional and personal development of young peoples’ creative potential by supporting school and community-based arts programs that nurture the creativity of children and youth as well as the professional development of emerging artists and African American scholars.
The James Washington Foundation is a multi-faceted organization that provides various types of programming to reach the Seattle community. Visual arts, African American culture of Seattle, social justice, and youth education are some of the areas that that the Foundation is involved with.
History:
The Foundation was started in 1997 by James and Janie Washington as another way to give back to the Central District community. In 2000, both James and Janie passed away but their hand-picked board members have allowed their legacy of community service to continue. The Washingtons' house, art studio, library,collection, and gardens all now belong to the the Foundation to be utilized as a community resource.
Contact people:
Main office number: (206) 709-4241Office fax number: (206) 709-4241
Address:
Web Site: http://www.jameswashington.org
Directions:
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The house is located on 26th Avenue between Denny and Olive. It is in Madison Valley.
Nearest Bus Stop: 11, 5 minute walk |
Miscellaneous Information
| Liability |
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Yes
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| Does your organization welcome court-ordered community service volunteers? |
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No
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| Does your organization have volunteer positions for youth 12-18? |
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No
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| Last updated on April 15, 2009 |
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