WA Chapter of Lithuanian-American Community, Inc.

Seattle boasts a small but active Lithuanian community that was established in the 1960's. Our community's independent individuals treasure their Lithuanian heritage and customs. We maintain close ties with the Latvian and Estonian communities and together support the Baltic Studies Program at the University of Washington.

The Seattle Lithuanian American Community encourages other Lithuanian organizations, traditions and events, such as: VASARIO 16 MINEJIMAS - Lithuanian Day celebration, LIETUTIS/LINAS/LANKAS/LAŠUTIS - our Lithuanian folk dance groups, TULPĖ TIMES - a quarterly newsletter in Lithuanian and English, LANKAS FAMILY CAMP - a week long camp and cultural experience for children, UKANA - a song and music ensemble recreating the sounds of Lithuania , DAUGHTERS OF LITHUANIA - a women's charitable organization that sponsors the annual BLUEBERRY PICNIC - a family favorite, CONCERTS featuring local and visiting Lithuanians, EGLUTĖ -St. Nicholas celebrates Christmas with the children, SIAUDINUKAI -Lithuanian Christmas tree decoration ornaments, MARGUČIAI -Traditional Easter egg decoration.