Washington State passed legislation in 2021 to send a statue of activist and humanitarian Billy Frank Jr. to National Statuary Hall in Washington, D.C. The statue is currently slated for installation in 2026.
What defines a legacy? Billy Frank Jr. Day is celebrated every year in early March. The event brings together teachers, students, and Tribal citizens to build trust and recognize Billy’s lasting impact. In this video, travel to Billy Frank Jr. Day 2024 and see how Billy’s legacy and the statue project to honor him is inspiring the next generation. Produced by Children of the Setting Sun Productions, with additional footage by Ray Whitehouse and the Architect of the Capitol.
September 5, 2024: artist Haiying Wu addresses a group visiting his workspace. Wu has completed most of this work on the top half of the clay model. ArtsWA and the Nisqually Indian Tribe partnered with South Puget Sound Community College to host Haiying while he works. Thanks to this partnership, Haiying’s workspace is open to the public several days a week.
The Nisqually Indian Tribe and the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) invite qualified and experienced firms to submit proposals for filming and video editing services for the Billy Frank Jr. Statue Project.
