On May 8, Congressmember Jim McDermott, with a coalition of eight members of Congress, sent a request to U.S. National Park Service (NPS) to designate the Wing Luke Museum of […]
LETTER: Extended paid parking hours may be hurting Chinatown-International District
Editor’s note: This is an edited version of a longer letter that was sent to Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn by Chinatown-International District business owners and community leaders. Dear Mayor McGinn, […]
Sept. 15: Wing selected for $100,000 through ArtPlace
The Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience (The Wing) received a grant of $100,000 from ArtPlace, an initiative of 11 of America’s top foundations working in conjunction […]
Blog: Happy surprises in fund-raising
Raising money in this economy is tough. At first, checks trickled into my office slowly, very slowly.
Ruthann Kurose carries on the family tradition of activism
Born during a period of emerging diversity in education and politics, advocating social change is inherent to Ruthann Kurose.
Oct. 12: PAAN turns 20 and celebrates by donating to the Wing
The Pacific Asian American Network (PAAN) held its 20th anniversary celebration at the Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience (the Wing).
May 21: Densho and Wing Luke get grants
Densho: The Japanese American Legacy Project and the Wing Luke Memorial Foundation learned that they were being awarded significant grants by the National Park Service.
Dec. 29: Beth Takekawa appointed to Washington State Arts Commission
Beth Takekawa was appointed as a commissioner for the Washington State Arts Commission. Commissioners guide the direction, set policies, and advise the governor and legislators of the state of the arts in Washington state.
New Wing Luke Asian Museum better than ever
After years of dedication and commitment from the community, the Wing Luke Asian Museum has finally settled into its new home at the four-story East Kong Ying building in the International District.
The first and only U.S. Pan-Asian museum grows
After years of dedication and commitment from the community, the Wing Luke Asian Museum has adjusted greatly into its new home at the four-story East Kong Ying Building in the International District.