​Wa Na Wari creates space for
​Black ownership, possibility, and belonging
​through art, historic preservation, and connection.

Wa Na Wari means "Our Home" in Kalabari. Co-founder, Inye Wokoma, is Kalabari through his father's lineage. The name Wa Na Wari evokes a sense of purpose and intention to remain present in a place we consider home.

Wa Na Wari is located at 911 24th Ave,
​Seattle WA 98122

Open Hours:
Fridays 2pm - 8pm
Saturdays and Sundays
11am to 5p

Wa Na Wari is currently closed to visitors, so we can keep our staff and community safe.
Please visit our outdoor installations any time and check out our upcoming virtual events.

The Story of Wa Na Wari, as told by Inye Wokoma at Forterra's 2019 Ampersand Live​