Central District Legacy is more than an exhibit, it is a call to act, remember, reflect, build, plant new seeds for the future, and acknowledge the history of the Black Americans who embodied and created the heart and spirit of the CD.

 

For centuries, Black artists have painted, sculpted, and imagined what culture and the living legacy of communities, churches, schools, neighborhoods, kitchens, homes, playgrounds, stores, and zip codes hold—not just as physical features, but as stories, symbols of truth, wisdom, spirituality, and identity.

 

The artists of Central District Legacy explore this profound theme through their unique artistic lenses, interpreting “The CD” as more than a location in Seattle but rather a source of history, a catalyst of imagination, and the very essence of community.