KOMO News Radio interviews Janie Hendrix

Janie L. Hendrix, Founder/Director of The Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation was interviewed this morning by KOMO News Radio. Click the icon below to listen.

Seattle's Hard Rock Cafe Unveils Hendrix Memorabilia Collection

Hard Rock International is honored to launch the brand’s Jimi Hendrix Signature Series: Edition 29 merchandise in Jimi Hendrix’s hometown of Seattle. On Thursday, February 9, 2012, Hard Rock Cafe Seattle will celebrate the program launch by unveiling a special memorabilia collection dedicated to the hometown legend.

The one-of-a-kind collection will be on display at Hard Rock Cafe for public viewing from Thursday, February 9, 2012 until Thursday, March 1, 2012. The memorabilia display will then go on the road and will be on site at Hard Rock locations during the 2012 Experience Hendrix Tour, including March 13th (Orlando, FL) and March 14th (Hollywood, FL).

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Limited Edition 'Hard Rock Cafe' Merchandise Helps Raise Funds for Jimi Hendrix Park

Hard Rock International honors legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix with the launch of the brand's Jimi Hendrix Signature Series: Edition 29 pin and T-shirt, featuring a visual representation of the music legend's most recognizable songs, conceived by Hendrix himself and relayed to Alan Aldridge, famed artist and creator of the iconic Hard Rock Cafe logo.

The limited-edition merchandise will be available in stores and the Online Rock Shop, with 15% of the retail price of both the pin and t-shirt benefiting The Fender Music Foundation and The Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation. The Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation is raising funds for a park in Seattle that will motivate youth and others to achieve in music and art. The Fender Music Foundation provides resources for music programs across America, so that kids and adults alike will have an opportunity to experience the joys of music.

About Jimi Hendrix Park

Inspired by the music and legacy of Jimi Hendrix, the park, named in his honor, will beautify Seattle, motivate youth and others to achieve in music and art, and strengthen the cultural pulse of the Emerald City, Jimi Hendrix’s hometown.

Jimi Hendrix Park is located in the heart of Seattle’s vibrant Central District (2400 South Massachusetts Street), a thriving multi-cultural community rich in heritage. Nestled adjacent to the Northwest African American Museum and grounds of former Colman School, Jimi Hendrix Park will be a primary focal point for multi-cultural events, gatherings, and activities for the community.

Our Vision ...

Create a community space inspired by the electrifying music and story of Jimi Hendrix. To create a gathering place for individuals of diverse backgrounds and ages to celebrate cultural heritage, experience community pride, and enjoy innovative educational programming.

Our Mission ...

• Fundraise to support the development of Jimi Hendrix Park

• Coordinate the design process

• Organize innovative and inspiring programming

• Ensure community goals are met

• Support long-term maintenance of Jimi Hendrix Park

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News & Announcements

February 9, 2012

KOMO News Radio interviews Janie Hendrix

Janie L. Hendrix, Founder/Director of The Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation was interviewed this morning by KOMO News Radio. Click the icon below to listen.

February 9, 2012

Seattle's Hard Rock Cafe Unveils Hendrix Memorabilia Collection

Hard Rock International is honored to launch the brand’s Jimi Hendrix Signature Series: Edition 29 merchandise in Jimi Hendrix’s hometown of Seattle. On Thursday, February 9, 2012, Hard Rock Cafe Seattle will celebrate the program launch by unveiling a special memorabilia collection dedicated to the hometown legend.

The one-of-a-kind collection will be on display at Hard Rock Cafe for public viewing from Thursday, February 9, 2012 until Thursday, March 1, 2012.

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June 18, 2011

Jimi Hendrix Park Radio Show Now Available for Download

Eddie Rye Jr., host of Urban Forum Northwest radio show on Seattle's KKNW 1150AM dedicated his Friday, June 17, 2011 program to Jimi Hendrix Park. Featured guests included Janie L. Hendrix (President & CEO of Experience Hendrix, L.L.C.; and Founder of Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation), Maisha Barnett (Project Manager, Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation), and Terry Johnson (Jimi Hendrix's childhood friend).

If you missed the live broadcast, we encourage you to download the free recording (MP3 format).

May 11, 2011

The Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation and Murase Associates have announced dates for their three public input meetings on the development of Jimi Hendrix Park.

• Tue, May 17 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

• Thu, June 23 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

• Wed, August 10 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Each meeting will take place at the Northwest African American Museum, (2300 S. Massachusetts Street, Seattle, WA 98144). These public events are intended to engage the community and surrounding neighborhood in the development of the new Jimi Hendrix Park. We'd love to see you there!

March 25, 2011

Seattle's Murase Associates have been unanimously approved as the Landscape Architects for the Jimi Hendrix Park development project.

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