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View the model August 19-24 and learn about Nisqually tribal leader and activist Billy Frank Jr.
Washington State passed legislation in 2021 to send a statue of Nisqually tribal leader, activist, and humanitarian Billy Frank Jr. to National Statuary Hall in Washington, D.C. The legislation notes, “Billy Frank Jr. dedicated his life advocating for equality, justice, and environmental protections. He fought to protect tribal treaty rights, native cultures and traditions, and the natural resources they are based upon.”
The model of the statue will be on display in the Port Angeles Main Library August 19-24, 2024.
The model is a copy of the clay model made by renowned Chinese American sculptor Haiying Wu as he developed his vision for a statue of the late Nisqually leader. Wu is developing this model into an 11-foot tall clay statue, which will be cast in bronze.
Take part in this special opportunity to see Wu’s craftsmanship up close and experience history in the making. Browse the NOLS booklist for related reading recommendations.
The project is facilitated in collaboration between the Nisqually Indian Tribe and the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA). Photo by Jack George, Nisqually Communications & Media Services.
AGE GROUP: | All Ages |
EVENT TYPE: | Arts, Music & Culture |
The main library is home to the Raymond Carver Room, Margaret Coffey Room, study rooms, and the archive room with local history resources.
