University of Washington

New MexArt 2025 Murals Brighten UW Campus Parkway

Each mural reflects the artists’ own stories. Rene Julio’s “The Knot of Freedom” explores the fear and pressure he felt during his years as an undocumented migrant. A few walls down, Gerardo Peña’s “El Abrazo” centers on a mother and daughter’s embrace, inspired by his return to Mexico after nearly three decades away. Visitors now stop, scan QR codes, and follow the murals on social media, turning the corridor into a space where personal history and public art meet.

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Sazón de Washington: A story of tamales, beer, and belonging in Seattle

Frelard Tamales and El Sueñito Brewing began as a small tamale stand and a dream shared by husbands Osbaldo Hernández and Dennis Ramey. Today, their tamalería and brewery have become community hubs for queer, femme, and BIPOC folks in Seattle. Through family recipes, new beers crafted each month, and a steady commitment to supporting staff and neighbors, they’ve built a space where people can gather, eat well, and feel seen.

Los Bailadores de Bronce, Dancing Tradition Into the Future

For more than 50 years, Los Bailadores de Bronce has brought the colors, rhythms, and spirit of Mexican folklórico dance to audiences across the Pacific Northwest. Founded by University of Washington students in 1972, the company remains a vibrant volunteer-driven organization that continues to inspire both Latino and non-Latino communities.