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On the Waterfront: Pier 58 opens on July 25

We are thrilled to join the City of Seattle’s Office of the Waterfront to celebrate the opening of Pier 58 on Friday, July 25! A community celebration will take place from 4-8 p.m. by the Seattle Aquarium. Come dance, play, and meet some beloved local mascots at this free family-friendly… [ Keep reading ]

First Thursday at King Street Station: Vinyl, Verse, and Visuals

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 ]

Announcing the 2025 Fresh Perspectives Cohort!

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 ]

August brings “Partition Is Imaginary” to ARTS at King Street Station

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 ]

Over 1,000 joined us in revelry for LONGEST DAY!

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 ]

This First Thursday: New Exhibitions, Special DJ Sets, Live Performances, & More

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 ]

Public Art Quarterly: Summer Edition

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 ]

Meet the People Who Keep Us Safe

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 ]

Seattle Arts Commission 2025 Budget Priorities Letter

The Seattle Arts Commission, a group of citizen volunteers appointed by the Mayor and City Council to support and advocate for the Office of Arts & Culture, write to the Mayor to protect our budget and continue investing in what makes Seattle strong. Dear Mayor Harrell, On behalf of the Seattle Arts… [ Keep reading ]

Sights and Sounds of Resilience at June’s First Thursday

Over 300 people filled ARTS at King Street Station, June 5 for First Thursday Artwalk, as we celebrated the opening of two new exhibitions, Eight Years of Inscape AiR: Resistance and Belonging out of the Historic Immigration Building and Kho Tàng Nhạc Vàng / South Vietnam’s Golden Music Archive. Both… [ Keep reading ]