Seattle to the World: An in progress collection of the 100 best local innovations, institutions, policies and people that we think could benefit readers in cities around the world. We've collected your recommendations – and sought out our own – to locate what we felt was a sample of Seattle's most inspiring solutions for a better future.

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Don't forget the newest piece of brilliance, the Fremont Abbey (http://www.fremontabbey.org/)!

"Fremont Abbey Arts Center is a newly renovated 9000 square foot nonprofit venue providing educational arts & cultural experiences." It seems as though there's something going on every single day/night of the week! You can rent the space or participate in the various dance classes offered on beautifully revitalized hardwood floors. Aptly named for its location and its splendid monk-like architectural design, it's located in the neighborhood of Fremont, appropriately nicknamed, "The Center of the Universe".

Posted by: Erinn Hale on July 31, 2009 6:30 PM

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