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John Wayne Houston in the work.
A visual page for the public story: community visits, the law, the book, speaking moments, and the family view of Seattle.
Gallery
Public moments and family visuals.
A visit to Black Panther Park
John and community members visit the art-filled, community-centered park in the Skyway area of King County.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
Community and unity
A shared moment in front of a mural honoring solidarity, connection, and collective action.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
At the panther sculpture
John stands beside one of the park's most recognizable public artworks.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
Art throughout the park
Murals, garden beds, paths, and gathering spaces make the park a vibrant place for culture and community.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
A community-centered space
The park brings public art, food-growing spaces, and neighborhood gathering areas together.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
The story of the park
The park sign describes a living tribute to resilience, learning, connection, and collective healing.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
Visiting together
A group photo from the June 2026 visit to Black Panther Park.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
Community visit
John and fellow visitors pause among the park's colorful public art.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
Jimi Hendrix Memorial in Renton
John visits the memorial at Greenwood Memorial Park, where Jimi Hendrix is laid to rest in Renton.
Provided by John Houston from photos shared by Sarah Becker.
SB 5142 becomes law
The Houston Eminent Domain Fairness Act was signed after John Houston worked with Senator Bob Hasegawa to bring the family story into state law.
Photo courtesy of the Washington State Governor's Office, via Kent Reporter.
Speaking with readers
John's public talks connect recovery, family history, civic accountability, and the lived story behind the memoir.
Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing, via Renton Reporter.
Community book events
Return to the Sunlight gives readers the full personal story behind the public advocacy.
Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing, via Renton Reporter.
A family view of Seattle
The skyline image remains part of the site's visual story because it was made by John's daughter.
Family photo provided for the site.
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