ArtWorks developed in 1995 from the desire of the SODO Business Association to clean up trash and graffiti along the busway in Seattle's industrial zone.

A plan was developed to enrich the surroundings and discourage graffiti by creating murals throughout this area now known as the SODO Urban Art Corridor. The collaboration of private and public partners facilitated the creation of an arts program for at-risk youth centered on the development these murals.  ArtWorks incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1998, and the scope of our work has expanded far beyond the corridor.  Learn more about our mural program by clicking here.