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Professional Photographer Keeps Alaska in Focus
Tue, Jun 21, 2022
For Natalie Fobes, taking a photograph is more than simply capturing a moment. It's about forming a deeper connection to time and place and the people (or wildlife) behind the photos — experiences she will take with her forever. ...
Juneteenth and Other Celebrations and Traditions
Fri, Jun 17, 2022
President Lincoln issued a preliminary Emancipation Proclamation on September 22, 1862, which was signed January 1, 1863. Watch Night Service, also known as Freedom's Eve, is an annual tradition held at Black churches on December ...
Cruise in 2022: Routine Schedule, Innovative Operations
Thu, Jun 16, 2022
After two years of dramatic change, the 2022 cruise season is shaping up as one of our most active and innovative seasons ever. This reflects the strategy the Port continues to follow to ensure that cruise contributes to an equita...
SEA Airport Celebrates Turkish Airlines Launch
Wed, Jun 15, 2022
One of the world's fastest-growing airlines marked its debut at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) today as Turkish Airlines executives gathered with Port of Seattle leaders to celebrate service to Istanbul with a ribbon-c...
Access to Jobs, Equity, Quality of Life Priorities at Port Symposium for Nonprofits
Tue, Jun 14, 2022
Local non-profits and community groups will share success stories and best practices for organizing and improving the environment in South King County at a one-day conference organized by the Port of Seattle.With a focus on creati...
Classic Weekend Celebrates its 25th Anniversary
Mon, Jun 13, 2022
By Jim and Margie Paynton from the Classic Yacht Association A history of the Pacific Northwest's Bell Harbor Marina Classic Weekend event needs to begin with its predecessor, the Port Ludlow show, which began in June 1983. It ...
Rainier Beach High School Students Ready to Ride into Summer
Wed, Jun 08, 2022
It would seem simple to donate used items to a good cause for most people, but that's not the case for government agencies that must avoid the 'gifting of public funds' — a Washington state law that prohibits local government...
Five Facts About International Travel From SEA in 2022
Wed, Jun 08, 2022
By Eric Toler, SEA Manager of Air Service Development We know that you're ready to go go go and you're not alone. There's renewed enthusiasm for international air travel, as COVID-19 restrictions gradually come down acros...
Ports Advocate for Stronger International Maritime Environment Regulations
Tue, Jun 07, 2022
Ports advocate for stronger international maritime environment regulations Our port and partners at the Northwest Seaport Alliance and Port of Tacoma this month continued our advocacy for stronger international regulations to r...
Celebrating Pride at the Port of Seattle
Mon, Jun 06, 2022
By Teddy McDonald Happy Pride Month! In celebration, we're reflecting on the history of Pride and Pride's beginnings at the Port, and honoring important LGBTQIA figures and their achievements and activism. Port employees are al...
