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Vulcan Inc.
Vulcan Inc. creates and advances a variety of world-class endeavors and high-impact initiatives that change and improve the way people live, learn, do business and experience the world. Founded in 1986 by investor and philanthropist Paul G. Allen, and under the direction of president and CEO Jody Patton, Vulcan oversees various business and charitable projects, including real estate holdings, investments in more than 50 companies, including Charter Communications, DreamWorks SKG; Digeo; the Seattle Seahawks NFL, Portland Trail Blazers NBA, and co-owner of the Seattle Sounders FC MSL franchises; First & Goal Inc., Vulcan Productions, Seattle Cinerama theatre, Experience Music Project, the Science Fiction Museum & Hall of Fame, Mojave Aerospace Ventures, and the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation.
To learn more, please visit: www.vulcan.com
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Experience Music Project
Dedicated to exploring creativity and innovation in American popular music, EMP is a new kind of museum that strives to capture and reflect the essence of rock 'n' roll, its roots in jazz, soul, gospel, country and the blues, as well as rock music's influence on hip-hop, punk and other recent genres. A total sensory experience awaits visitors inside EMP's dynamic structure. Patrons can make their own music, see and learn about rare artifacts and memorabilia from EMP's collection of more than 80,000 items, explore various musical milestones within unique interpretive exhibits, and discover the power and joy of music in all its forms. Founded by investor and philanthropist Paul G. Allen, under the direction of co-founder Jody Patton and designed by architect Frank O. Gehry, the 140,000-square-foot, multi-colored, "swoopy" museum rises up in the heart of the city at Seattle Center and provides visitors a musical experience unparalleled anywhere in the world. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EMP opened on June 23, 2000.
Visit EMP online at www.empsfm.org
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Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame
The Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame (SFM) is the world's first museum devoted to the thought-provoking ideas and experiences of science fiction. SFM's exhibitions promote awareness and appreciation of science fiction literature and media while encouraging visitors to envision new futures for humanity. In the Science Fiction Hall of Fame, the museum pays homage to the most respected of science fiction practitioners—writers, artists, publishers and filmmakers. SFM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Visit SFM online at www.empsfm.org
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Cinerama
One of the original theatres to feature a curved screen and the ability to show three-strip Cinerama films, the Seattle Cinerama Theatre was rescued from demolition by Paul Allen's company, Vulcan Inc., in 1998. A multimillion-dollar renovation was undertaken, resulting in the re-emergence of one of the Northwest's most remarkable movie houses. Cinerama Theatre features state-of-the-art projection and audio systems and 1960s-inspired interior design.
To learn more, please visit: www.cinerama.com
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Seattle Seahawks
In June, 1997, Paul G. Allen purchased the Seattle Seahawks NFL franchise, securing the team's long-term future in Seattle, and embarking on an ambitious project to construct a world-class football/soccer stadium and exhibition center on the site of the former Kingdome. In August, 2002, the stadium—now called Qwest Field Event Center—opened to the public.
The Seahawks Foundation is a primary supporter of the Seahawks Academy, which sponsors youth sports programs across the Pacific Northwest. To learn more about the team, stadium or the Seahawks Foundation, please visit: www.seahawks.com.
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