dzidzəlalič

dzidzəlalič, which means Little Crossing Over Place in the Lushootseed language, was created working with the Friends of Waterfront Seattle's Community Advisory Committees and staff. The film is named after one of the Coast Salish villages that was located in what is now Downtown Seattle. Committee members were able to bring their knowledge of the history of Seattle and how their communities and those histories connect to the Waterfront. In particular, the history of Seattle’s Chinatown/International District and the continued presence of Indigenous peoples in Seattle. The process created a film that pays homage to the city's deep relationship with water, mountains, and culture and reflects the importance of recognizing history in imagining a sustainable future. 

Waterfront Park
Seattle, WA