Peruvian chicken, great sides and a heap of community
Occupying a former gas station at the corner of Rainier and Findlay, Big Chickie has become a key neighborhood hangout…
Welcome to Hillman City: a global neighborhood in the heart of Rainier Valley, Seattle
New Hillman City T-shirts!
DRESS CODE ALERT: Check out these new Hillman City T-shirts! Order your 100% cotton shirts–you choose the color–here. Hoodies and…
“Neighborhoods” takes a look at HC
The local cable program “Neighborhoods” dropped in on Hillman City earlier this year and spent some time with a few…
Stalin’s Barber Shop extends a family tradition
Behind an unassuming, welcoming Rainier Ave storefront in Hillman City, Stalin Harrison and his wife Alice cut and style hair….
Sit in style at Jacob Willard Home
It’s a family operation at Jacob Willard Home — dad Karl named the used furniture shop after his son — and the Rainier Ave….
Little Libraries of Hillman City
Taking a walk? Why not sit down and read a book afterwards? Tiny, front-yard libraries are popping up in neighborhoods…
Union Bar, “where labor rests”
This popular neighborhood watering hole is a dimly lit, comfortable place to grab a drink with friends, enjoy some uncommonly…
Shaping up at Rocket Crossfit
Hillman City has a very active crossfit gym. Throughout the day, it’s not unusual to spot crossfitters taking laps around…
Rainier Avenue Church: 100 years of heart and history
Rainier Avenue Church is a Free Methodist Church with a diverse membership, including recent immigrants. With a 100-plus year history…
The Tenants Union protects renters’ rights
The Tenants Union works statewide on affordable, decent housing for all — through education, organizing and advocacy. Started by volunteers…