If you walk along the waterfront in downtown Seattle you will see many things. The Aquarium, the old Carousel. A variety of shops and restaurants. But you will also see the John T. Williams Memorial Totem Pole Project. From the Ditidaht tribe of British Columbia, John T. Williams was a 7th Generation woodcarver, who was shot and killed last summer by a Seattle police officer. There has not been a totem pole carved in Seattle for over 70 years. I think part of what makes this so special is that this totem pole is being carved by Williams' brother along side other master woodcarvers. As well as many volunteers from other nations. The hope is to erect the Totems on the one year anniversary of his death. August 30, 2011. I really encourage people to go and see what they are doing. Their work is really amazing. You can make a donation or even talk with some of the folks there.
Daniel wrote a song about John T. Williams and his senseless death. It's on his album he just released. I will get you a copy soon. I didn't know about the totem project. I will go check it out today perhaps.
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