Few can boast that a U.S. President chose to be photographed with one of his works. Bonney Lake sculptor Larry Anderson can. An image of President Barack Obama was captured with Anderson’s sculpture, “Springfield’s Lincoln”. The bronze portrait is a lifesize sculpture of Lincoln, his wife and two of his sons. Art is Larry Anderson’s calling and has been for over half a … [Read more...] about Remembering Larry Anderson
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Washington Center Launches Capital Campaign
The Washington Center for the Performing Arts announced last week at their annual Gala that they will be implementing the first comprehensive capital campaign since construction in 1985. With a goal of raising $8.6 million dollars to overhaul the many components that are at the heart of every theater, the campaign will touch every aspect of the Center’s interior. Chaired by … [Read more...] about Washington Center Launches Capital Campaign
Lacey in Tune Returning This Summer
Just in time for summer, things are opening back up! We once again can attend beloved events that are often highlights of our year. The City of Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation, along with presenting sponsor Chick-fil-A, is just as excited as you are to see the return of Lacey In Tune at Huntamer Park. It’s just not summer without this incredible series … [Read more...] about Lacey in Tune Returning This Summer
The Kinsey African American Art & History Collection
The Tacoma Art Museum (TAM) proudly brings the national award-winning Kinsey African American Art & History Collection to our community this summer. A unique merging of art and history, the public exhibition includes over 150 artifacts spanning from masterful paintings and sculpture, to letters, rare books, photographs and more. Eachpiece shines a triumphant light on … [Read more...] about The Kinsey African American Art & History Collection
Comedy and Beatboxing with Tyler Boeh
Next week, the Washington Center for the Performing Arts is proud to present the comic talents of Tyler Boeh on Thursday, June 17 at 7:30 p.m. on the Washington Center Main Stage as part of their Best of Comedy Underground Series. As an award-winning, beatboxing talent, Boeh has the ability to shift seamlessly from well-crafted material to improvised exchanges. Boeh has … [Read more...] about Comedy and Beatboxing with Tyler Boeh