Columbia City Gallery BIPOC Artist Scholarship

Since 1999, Columbia City Gallery has been Southeast Seattle's destination for local artists. 

We are a cooperative that brings together emerging and professional artists working in diverse media, including painting, prints, mixed media, sculpture, glass, ceramics, and jewelry. We provide an exhibit space for local artists, an educational center for creative endeavors, and a gathering place for our neighbors to experience art – in the heart of the historic district of Columbia City.  

Under the leadership of Kari Karsten, a member of the Seneca Nation, we are expanding our service to the diverse communities of Southeast Seattle. This Spring, we are presenting two group exhibitions of work by Indigenous artists, supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, and continue to partner with South End groups of all kinds.  

Membership and collective spirit are at the core of our mission, and we are striving to eliminate barriers to participation by launching a Scholarship Fund for BIPOC artists. By covering the membership dues we need to thrive, this Scholarship will open up Gallery membership to artists regardless of ability to pay. If we reach our GiveBIG goal of $4,000, we will be able to extend full Gallery membership to two new BIPOC artists this year.

Thank you for your partnership!