What is the Procession?

In January 1995, a group of Olympia residents wanted to organize an event both to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Earth Day and to support Congressional renewal of the Endangered Species Act. The group decided on a positive statement of support in the form of a community celebrated "pageant". The Procession seeks to bridge the arts, the environment and our local community. As a celebration of art it involves citizens in a creative process affirming art’s place in the forum of public expression. As a celebration of species, it awakens public sensibilities to the issues surrounding environmental awareness and protection. As a celebration of community, it enhances the exchange between local schools, local government, businesses, and civic organizations.

To access a list of other dance and/or music groups involved in the Procession, click "More Groups" to the left of your browser.

See their website: http://www.procession.org