Centennial Viewpoint Park Public Art

DEADLINE: Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 10:59 PM PST

The City of Auburn, WA is seeking a public artist(s) whose artwork would enhance Centennial Viewpoint Park: whether by framing the view, either literally or figurately, or creating a place for visitors to experience this beautiful natural environment in a moment of reflection. 

Centennial Viewpoint Park (located at 402 Mountain View Dr., Auburn, WA) was developed by the Auburn Rotary Club during Auburn's Centennial year celebration in 1991. As its name implies, it is blessed with tremendous views of the Green River Valley, the Cascade Range, and Mount Rainier beyond. The 0.7 acre park is tucked into a small spot along Mountain View Drive, across the road from Mountain View Cemetery. This small park functions primarily as a scenic overlook.

Eligibility: Washington State artist(s) working in outdoor public art (non-bronze)

Budget: $80,000 (Budget is inclusive of design, fabrication, installation, travel & inclusive of all taxes)

For more information or to apply, please view the online application.

A Living Practice: Coast Salish Art Now

DEADLINE: Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 10:59 PM PST

A Living Practice: Coast Salish Art Now is curated by Sam Obrovac, Muckleshoot, Danielle Morsette, Suquamish, and Olivia Bean Johnston, Snoqualmie. We are seeking Coast Salish artists, cultural practitioners, and craftspeople to participate in an exhibition at the Postmark Center for the Arts and the White River Valley Museum in Auburn, Washington. The exhibit will feature modern Coast Salish work along with historic pieces. A Living Practice: Coast Salish Art Now will explore the traditional practices that ground contemporary indigenous art and life, while highlighting the resurgence of Coast Salish culture.

Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled members, affiliated with, or able to show proof of descent from a Coast Salish tribe within Washington State. Eligible applicants from all arts disciplines and indigenous cultural practices are encouraged to apply. Submissions are encouraged to reflect Coast Salish style, design, or cultural practice. Coast Salish creatives from all disciplines are welcome to apply.

For more information or to apply, please view the online application.

Veterans Parade and Observance
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Parade at 11am
Main Street in downtown Auburn

One of the largest Veterans Parades west of the Mississippi! The 60th annual Veterans Parade proceeds west on Main Street from E Street SE to A Street NW. This year's event will commence at 11:00am sharp with a flyover from a UH-1H 'Huey' helicopter, known as Guardian2, supported by the King County Sheriff's Office.

Be on the lookout for antique military vehicles, honor guards and ROTC Units, veteran marching groups, drill teams, community and scouting groups, as well as numerous motorcycle clubs, antique car clubs and more. You can expect to be entertained by over 15 marching bands!

Spectators are advised to arrive early, bring a folding chair, a flag, their best salute and plenty of tissue. A handful of Food Vendors will be available on South Division Street, along with our media partners. Parade emcees Steve Soliz and Natalie Fahmy of KOMO 4 will be located at the corner of Main and Division. Mark Christopher from the Seattle Radio group will provide shortened emcee comments at the corner of Main and B Street NE. 

For more details, please visit the information page here.