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The Ethnic Heritage Council’s mission is to preserve and promote ethnic and cultural traditions, foster mutual understanding, enrich lives and celebrate our heritage.

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The Ethnic Heritage Council is proud to co-sponsor community events that celebrate our diverse heritage.

Upcoming Sponsored Event:

International Washington
Governor’s Mansion

Thursday, February 25, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

Celebrate Washington's international economy and culture with the Governor, State Legislature and sponsoring international organizations in Washington.

Learn more about events we are sponsoring.

Ethnic Arts Connection
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Fisher Pavilion, Seattle Center, 10am- 6pm

A FREE one-day gathering, Ethnic Arts Connection provides a place and a time for Northwest artists and presenters to come together, learn about each other and diversify the cultural experiences available for audiences. The biennial event introduces regional artists working in culturally specific traditions to presenters from around the region. There will be showcase performances, juried 15-minute acts, visual art displays, booking and networking opportunities.

We are seeking performing and visual artists working in a variety of ethnic and cultural artistic genres. Application deadline to perform or display your artwork is Feb. 3. More information and applications can be found at http://www.seattle.gov/arts/community/eac.asp