"I never gave up. Getting beat up, my tires slashed, shot at, arrested, cursed, cussed, spit on. You name it. I still don't hate anyone." - Billy Frank Jr.

September, 2024 | View as Webpage

Video - Part III: the Legacy

What defines a legacy? Billy Frank Jr. Day is celebrated every year in early March. The event brings together teachers, students, and Tribal citizens to build trust and recognize Billy’s lasting impact. In this video, travel to Billy Frank Jr. Day 2024 and see how Billy’s legacy and the statue project to honor him is inspiring the next generation.

Visiting hours at Haiying Wu's workspace updated

South Puget Sound Community College updated visiting hours for the public to visit Haiying Wu's workspace. Visitors can enter the space where Haiying is working on the full-scale statue of Billy Frank Jr.

Public visiting hours:

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

SPSCC Scene Shop

Building 21, Room 271

Photo courtesy of Washington State Archives.

Haiying Wu has entered the final phase of his work. He is applying the finishing touches and fine details on the lower half of the statue. We strongly encourage anyone who wants to see this incredible piece to visit SPSCC before Haiying completes his work in the weeks ahead.

See Billy on tour!

ArtsWA and the Nisqually Indian Tribe are working together to bring the maquette (half-scale model) to communities across Washington. Check out the calendar below to see when Billy is coming to a town near you.