March/April 2024
Feeding Ghosts to Free Them
Artist Tessa Hulls creates a revealing graphic novel to help her deal with childhood trauma
Seattle artist Tessa Hulls’ new graphic novel Feeding Ghosts is a deeply stirring narrative of loss, mental illness, and intergenerational trauma. She says that she wrote it to answer this question: What broke my family? Much of the book is about repetition, and how three generations of women in Hulls’ family were emotionally crippled by
A Stunning BC Beauty
Check out Manning Park. Just don't tell anyone about it.
During early spring, when the snowpack is deep in the Northwest, and the ski resorts are still buzzing with enthusiasts getting their last turns in before the season runs out, my wife, Kristy, and I like to head further north to Canada. Photo by Sophia Yip/Getty Images
Back to the Future
Seattle's Central District is reclaiming its rich history
One of the Central District’s original settlers was Black pioneer and businessman William Grose — the owner of the Our House hotel and restaurant on Yesler Way and the first Black person to buy property in what was known as East Madison in 1882. Illustration by Martin Haake
The One-Stop Waterfront
Everett is in the midst of a metamorphic makeover
For decades, Everett has been associated with Boeing planes and the naval base, where nearly a dozen combined Navy and Coast Guard ships are currently homeported. It’s a bit industrial, and maybe not the location many Seattle-area folks have historically been excited to settle in. That’s all changing with the expansion of Everett’s waterfront and
Rat City: Not What You Think
White Center's nickname doesn't refer to a rodent
White Center is having a moment. An unincorporated community nestled between West Seattle and Burien, the area boasts the most diverse list of restaurants in the region, an incredible arts and music scene, and a short commute to both downtown Seattle and Sea-Tac International Airport. Illustration by Martin Haake
Uncommon Thinkers: Sam Cho
Director, Strategic Initiatives, Office of the Mayor. Commissioner, Port of Seattle
Not many can say they were elected to public office before the age of 30. Fewer can still say that, by the time they did so, they'd founded and sold a business. #UncommonThinkersWelcome Photo by Andrew Ge
Uncommon Thinkers: Marilyn Strickland
Congresswoman, U.S. House of Representatives
When Americans tuned in to see the swearing-in ceremony for the U.S. Congress on Jan. 3, 2021, they witnessed something unprecedented: a newly elected representative wearing a hanbok, a traditional South Korean garment. #UncommonThinkersWelcome Photo by Eric Connolly
An Urban Oasis, a Suburban Sensibility
Why Maple Leaf is unique among Seattle neighborhoods
Located northeast of Green Lake between Interstate 5 and Lake City Way, Maple Leaf feels more suburban than much of the city, with single-family homes outnumbering larger apartment complexes. Despite its suburban feel, the neighborhood is firmly within Seattle city limits, and conveniently located with easy access to both the Northgate and Roosevelt Light Rail
The Art of Edmonds
Picturesque waterfront community carves new identity
Edmonds bursts with the smalltown waterfront charm reminiscent of European fishing villages, but with panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains. The view reflects a community welcoming new life while honoring its history. Illustration by Martin Haake
The City of Sip
Woodinville is no. 2 for wineries, behind only Walla Walla
Woodinville is famous for its wineries, breweries, and distilleries — there are more than 130 in the city — and bouncing between tasting rooms could easily eat up a full weekend and then some. Woodinville has more wineries than any other city in the state except for Walla Walla. llustration by Martin Haake
Uncommon Thinkers: Cheryl Lee
Chief Executive Director, Korean Women's Association
Cheryl Lee's eclectic background spans the fields of engineering, politics, business, and law. As such, the executive director of the nonprofit Korean Women's Association is well-equipped to ensure that the Seattle area increasingly becomes a place where everyone can thrive. #UncommonThinkersWelcome