In a moment of pure community celebration and rich Seattle history, Lewis Rudd, co-founder and CEO of Ezell’s Famous Chicken, recently made a special appearance on The Pop-Up! at the Colman Commons Backstage. 

When Black women are supported to rest and heal, entire communities flourish. Earlier this year, Colman Commons hosted an extraordinary gathering that marked the conclusion of a transformative health journey.

Last night in Spokane, Washington, Colman Commons Executive Director Ashleigh McCurdy and the Converge Media team stepped into the creative whirlwind of Terrain 17 Preview Night ahead of tonight’s Main Terrain event.

Like clockwork, the first weekend of October means that the Converge Media and Colman Commons team is on the road again for our sixth annual trek across Washington State to Terrain 17, the inland Northwest’s largest multimedia art festival in Spokane. 

The Pioneer Square Art Walk isn’t ready for what’s about to go down. Tomorrow, Thursday, October 1st, Colman Commons is proud to present "Creation Over Elimination," the highly anticipated debut solo exhibition from acclaimed Seattle painter Cal Bonner.

Black women are worthy of wellness, rest, and unconditional care. These moments capture the culmination of an extraordinary 8-week journey dedicated to centering Black women's physical and mental health, thanks to My Time For Massage and BWELL Seattle.

By Ashleigh McCurdy - Some afternoons remind me exactly why we opened the doors to Colman Commons. Recently, Lewis Rudd, co-founder and CEO of Ezell’s Famous Chicken, joined host Keisha Credit here for an exclusive interview on The Pop-Up! at the Colman Commons Backstage.

Seattle artist, entrepreneur, and community leader Takiyah Ward, also known as “TDUB,” recently joined guest host Omari Salisbury on The Mother's Justice Show for a conversation on the evolution of Black art, grassroots leadership, and cultural preservation in the Pacific Northwest.

The Colman Commons Backstage recently welcomed one of the Emerald City’s most impactful leaders: Lewis Rudd, CEO and co-founder of Ezell’s Famous Chicken.

Artist Jonarra Swanson recently visited Pioneer Square for Conversations At Colman Commons, where she shared insights into her creative process, the cultural grounding of her work, and the lived experiences that shape her striking paintings.

Colman Commons is ready to light up the Downtown Seattle Art Walk this Friday, September 25th. This Friday evening is the public's final chance to experience the incredible works of Colman Commons’ inaugural Grand Opening artist cohort before new exhibitions take center stage.

A movement in community-driven fashion and identity recently unfolded at Colman Commons, where Afrosapphix and The Re-Sole 206 linked up for SOLEswap, a clothing swap and fashion panel focused on Black queer style, practical self-expression, and mutual aid. 

Black joy lives and breathes in Colman Commons. Looking back at these photo booth snapshots from Deaunte Damper's birthday celebration at Colman Commons, the room overflowed with Black joy, laughter, and pure love, expertly captured by Smile Patrol NW.

By Ashleigh McCurdy - Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what makes a space feel special. Not just beautiful, not just well-designed, but the kind of place that makes you want to stay a little longer. I think it has something to do with how we gather.

We’re still riding the wave of radical joy from May when friends, family, and allies gathered to celebrate We Live In Color host Deaunte Damper’s birthday and his appointment as 2026 Seattle Pride Grand Marshal.

Artist Symonne Larison brought high saturation, deep contrast, and blunt honesty to the Seattle waterfront with her latest exhibition at Colman Commons. 

Colman Commons never goes out of style. Fashion designer Nate Alexander recently stopped by Colman Commons to showcase his original, one-of-one custom designs from his brand Mainly Razedebar.

At the Colman Commons Grand Opening, The Elite Collective partnered with The Smile Patrol to bring the ultimate 360 photobooth experience, capturing every smile, every dance move, and every moment of pure Black joy. 

Last month, the Seattle community gathered to witness the Grand Opening of Colman Commons. For Veronica Very, the founder and visionary of Wonder of Women (WOW) International, this momentous event was a milestone in her lifelong dedication to healing, art, and community.

The Colman Commons Grand Opening recently honored a panel of Black women in the arts. Taking center stage was Takiyah "TDUB" Ward, the newly appointed Creative Director of Colman Commons and the owner of The Re-Sole 206.