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Indian American artist Deepti Agrawal to lead Bothell's Fourth of July parade
She was chosen for her impact on Bothell’s arts, youth empowerment, and cultural identity.
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Bhavana P - Thu, 05, Jun 2025
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Deepti Agrawal / City of Bothell
The City of Bothell in the state of Washington has announced Indian American artist and community leader Deepti Agrawal as the Grand Marshal of the 2025 Fourth of July Parade, in recognition of her contributions to community service, cultural preservation, and youth empowerment.
Agrawal, a Bothell resident and internationally acclaimed expert in Madhubani Painting—a traditional folk art from Bihar, India—has spent over three decades teaching, exhibiting, and advocating for heritage arts across the U.S. and abroad.
A recipient of the 2022 Governor’s Arts and Heritage Award, she has played a pivotal role in shaping Bothell’s cultural identity, inspiring residents of all ages to connect with their roots through art.
Agrawal has guided women entrepreneurs in launching home-based art businesses, fostering economic independence and leadership. Notably, Local teens mentored by her have channeled traditional art into public murals, school projects, and college applications—earning placements at top universities such as MIT and the University of Washington.
Agrawal was also actively involved in city events such as the Bothell Art Walks, Cultural Nights, and Summerfest, and provided leadership in large-scale public art projects, including murals at Canyon Creek Elementary and the Bothell Hindu Temple.
She also leads two nonprofit initiatives: Kathith, which offers low-cost art workshops focused on mental wellness and cultural identity, and Wind Beneath the Wings, which provides exhibition platforms for local artists at premier venues like the Seattle Art Museum and major corporations.
A TEDx speaker and trustee of Humanities Washington, Agrawal has also advocated for access to the arts and humanities.
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