One of the wonderful things about living in Seattle is the richness of public art for all to enjoy. No matter where you go whether a park, downtown or your own neighborhood, Seattle is adorned with a wealth of art from the small scale, like Lost in Thought to the… [ Keep reading ]
Artists at the Center introduces emerging and established artists to Seattle Center while broadening the arts and cultural experiences in the Uptown Arts & Cultural District. Join us for surprising and delightful pop-up performances throughout the year all over Seattle Center campus. Check out the Summer 2025 lineup below! All… [ Keep reading ]
Hundreds of people filled ARTS at King Street Station pre-holiday weekend, July 3, for First Thursday Artwalk—a vibrant evening of storytelling, community, and celebration. DJ Âm Thanh (Thanh Tân) set the tone and the tunes with rare vinyl from pre-1975 South Vietnam. Visitors relaxed, flipped through original music sheets, and… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture, in collaboration with Seattle Public Utilities, is thrilled to announce the return of Fresh Perspectives, a paid arts residency program designed for youth aged 15-17. This unique opportunity immerses participants in the world of curatorial practice and arts administration, culminating in a youth-curated… [ Keep reading ]
Join us on First Thursday, August 7, to celebrate the opening of Partition Is Imaginary at ARTS at King Street Station! Learn more about this exhibition below. ARTS at King Street Station is open Wed. – Sat. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and until 8 p.m. on First Thursdays. Admission… [ Keep reading ]
In celebration of the longest day of 2025 on June 21, King Street Station Plaza was transformed with live music, dance, and cirque performances. The event drew over 1,300 people who crafted flower crowns, awed at aerialists, sipped lemonade, and danced to vibrant music until the sun set. Between DJ… [ Keep reading ]
Celebrate First Thursday on July 3 at ARTS at King Street Station with an evening of new exhibitions, live performances, and a special DJ set. Experience Whereabouts by Saina Heshmati, a powerful reading and performance exploring community and resistance, and a vibrant vinyl set by DJ Âm Thanh spinning vintage… [ Keep reading ]
Welcome Summer! Longer, dryer, and warmer days mean going out and spending time with friends and family (or on your own) to enjoy the public artworks on display throughout the city. This edition we’re looking back at all of the spring art in bloom. We welcomed new artworks into the… [ Keep reading ]
When you visit ARTS at King Street Station, you’ll likely encounter these security guards. They play an important role in keeping our space safe and welcoming for all. Please make sure to say hello and join us in expressing gratitude for all that they do. Abraham My given name is… [ Keep reading ]
On June 9, our Arts Education team welcomed over 40 community members and stakeholders to celebrate The Creative Advantage as we close the 2024-25 school year. A great turnout of Seattle Public School educators, teaching artists, community-based arts organizations, and fellow funders were treated to live music from The Rhapsody… [ Keep reading ]
