Occupy Beacon Hill

The Origins of El Centro de la Raza

A peaceful takeover of a vacant schoolhouse once rocked the city—and inspired future racial justice fights.

Groovy, Baby

1972: The Audacious Year That Changed Seattle

The legacy of these momentous 12 months lingers 50 years on.

100 Years of Activism

Plus: Students-turned-protesters occupy a Beacon Hill schoolhouse—known today as the El Centro de la Raza community center.