Mossback Podcast | How historic racism limits access to the PNW wilderness Many preservation advocates, from John Muir to Teddy Roosevelt, held discriminatory views that continue to affect equality in outdoor recreation. by Alison Mariella Désir / March 5, 2025
Culture The elusive search for Seattle’s early Black history Researching the life of a musician born in 1888 led to dead ends, deep appreciation for keepers of the past and questions about whose history is told. by Jas Keimig / February 26, 2025 / Updated on March 25
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Al Smith captured Black life in Seattle Active from the late 1930s until his death in 2008, the photographer created a vital archive grounded in his keen eye for moments of joy and connection. by Jas Keimig / February 11, 2025
News How light-rail construction in the CID could impact Inscape Arts With Sound Transit considering a second station on Dearborn close to the group’s building, artists worry the project could force out tenants. by Chetanya Robinson / International Examiner / January 29, 2025
Culture ArtSEA: A 98-year-old sculptor whose art swings with jazz at SAM Plus, an homage to IKEA (Swedish meatballs included), and Elphaba, Glinda and Mary Poppins take local stages. by Jas Keimig / November 21, 2024
Mossback Mossback’s Northwest: How racism pervades PNW outdoors culture Alison Mariella Désir and Knute Berger talk about the complex legacy of Catherine Montgomery, often called “the mother of the Pacific Crest Trail.” by Knute Berger & Alison Mariella Désir & Gavin Borchert / October 25, 2024
Culture ArtSEA: Dark fairytale films and more at National Nordic Museum Plus, outdoor art, dance and music to soak up the last days of Seattle summer. by Jas Keimig / August 22, 2024
Environment Japanese Americans call on Biden to halt wind farm near Minidoka Survivors of the WWII prison camp and their descendants say the Lava Ridge Wind Farm would threaten the remoteness and solemnity of the historic site. by Chetanya Robinson International Examiner / August 22, 2024
Equity Out & Back: Reclaiming recreational spaces for BIPOC communities Alison Mariella Désir bucks expectations as she explores outdoor activities that have historically been inaccessible to people of color. by Alison Mariella Désir / July 5, 2024
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Actor/director Shermona Mitchell takes risks As her influence grows, this Seattle theatermaker is seizing her role as a change agent. by Jas Keimig / June 28, 2024