Seattle’s Central District Art Walk is more than just a stroll through galleries—it’s a whole vibe. Every first Friday, the neighborhood lights up with art, music, and culture, as local creatives, vendors, and businesses open their doors to the community. But let’s be real, the CD is big—and getting around can be tricky. That’s where Presidential Transportation comes in, making sure the celebration stays accessible and connected.

Led by President and Owner La’Keith “G Prez” Asphy, Presidential Transportation has become an essential part of the CD Art Walk. They offer free shuttle rides across the neighborhood so folks can fully enjoy the experience—no matter where they’re coming from or what their mobility needs may be. “We are providing transportation free of charge to the CD Art Walk… to give back. Because I love giving back. I love being behind my people,” says Asphy. That kind of heart-centered service helps tie the event together, one bus ride at a time.

And it’s not just helpful—it’s impactful. Edwin Lindo, co-founder of Estelita’s Library, breaks it down: “What G Prez did is say, let’s get folks access to get where they need to go. So everyone has access to this beautiful experience… youngsters, older folks, they get to move around when other times they said, maybe I just won’t go out because I can’t walk that much.” It’s that level of thoughtfulness that makes a difference.

The shuttle itself has become its own kind of community hub. Takiyah Ward of The Re-Sole 206 puts it perfectly: “You might end up on the bus with somebody that you never knew and make a connection that way... So it’s really a great way to connect people, and it’s also incredibly convenient.” And if you think it’s just a quiet ride between stops, think again. Nansare Consolata, Managing Director at Made Space Seattle, says her first time on the shuttle was anything but average: “It was a vibe… we had music. We were dancing, singing, like it was just great... I actually made some new friends today and got a few contacts.”

Bottom line: this isn’t just transportation—it’s part of the experience. Asphy puts it best: “The energy is just incredible, man, like just seeing people smiling, having a good time… this is the Central District at its finest.” These buses are keeping the culture moving—literally and figuratively.

At the end of the day, Presidential Transportation isn’t just helping people get from one art stop to the next—they’re helping bring people together. “We’re fighting and bringing our folks back, and we’re making it cultural. We’re making it a movement,” says Asphy. And when community, culture, and connection all ride together, that’s when the real magic happens.