SEATTLE ARTS COMMISSION

SEATTLE, WA

The Seattle Arts Commission is a government agency that operates in Seattle, Washington. It was established in 1971 by the Seattle City Council to facilitate and support public art programs and cultural initiatives in the city. The commission is comprised of 16 volunteer members who are appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council.

The Seattle Arts Commission serves as an advisory body to city officials, and it is responsible for promoting and preserving the arts in Seattle. It provides funding for artists and arts organizations, facilitates public art installations, and manages the city's public art collection. Additionally, the commission works to promote cultural diversity and inclusion throughout the city.

The commission is also responsible for administering the city's 1% for Art program, which requires that 1% of the budget for new public construction projects be allocated to public art installations. The program has resulted in numerous iconic artworks throughout Seattle, including the famous "Hammering Man" statue in downtown Seattle.

Overall, the Seattle Arts Commission plays an important role in supporting and promoting the arts in Seattle. Its efforts help to make Seattle a more vibrant and culturally rich city for residents and visitors alike.

SEATTLE ARTS COMMISSION is a Art Museum in SEATTLE WA. US MID #8405300029

The museum is classed as ART (Art Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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SEATTLE ARTS COMMISSION
312 FIRST AVENUE NORTH, STE. 200
SEATTLE
WA
98109

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MID # 8405300029
Name SEATTLE ARTS COMMISSION
Alternate Name SEATTLE ARTS COMMISSION
Classification Art Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 47.621178, -122.355443
CODES FIPS State Code: 53
FIPS County Code: 033
US Census Tract: 006700
US Census Block: 3014