In 1993, artists Gloria Bornstein, Timothy Siciliano, Ned Kahn and Horace Washington were selected to work as a design team to develop artworks for Seattle Center’s International Fountain area and Founders’ Court (between Cornish Playhouse and Exhibition Hall). The project was part of a major redevelopment at Seattle Center. They… [ Keep reading ]
After enjoying the company of friends and family and stuffing ourselves with food, what do we do next? Shop for gifts! And maybe avoid the malls. If you’re looking for unique, high-quality, locally handmade gifts and art, you might want to check out the annual Handmade Holiday show at Seattle… [ Keep reading ]
Mayor Mike McGinn at the 2011 Mayor’s Arts Awards ceremony. Photo by Jennifer Richard. Join Mayor Mike McGinn in celebrating 10 years of Seattle’s creative community and this year’s award recipients at the annual Mayor’s Arts Awards, noon, Friday, Aug. 31, at Seattle Center’s North Fountain Lawn…. [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Center is inviting proposals for lease of the 32,000 square-foot, 446-seat Playhouse Theatre (also known as the Intiman Theatre) and its associated rehearsal space. The Playhouse is located at the north end of Seattle Center between the Seattle Repertory Theatre and the Exhibition Hall at 2nd Avenue North and… [ Keep reading ]
Meet artist Susan Robb as she introduces the bike rack Parking Squid, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Thursday, May 31 at the Harrison Street entrance of Seattle Center. Come raise a glass, help “christen” the artwork and celebrate safe biking for all. Parking Squid is located on the north side of the EMP… [ Keep reading ]
There are five chances left to see free performances about our local waterways at The Next Fifty celebration, the 50th anniversary of the 1962 World’s Fair at Seattle Center. Catch these while you can! The performances are part of several temporary artworks we’re presenting that illustrate how local artists are… [ Keep reading ]
From rainwater traveling through Seattle’s sewer system to water’s healing power, we presents three performance artworks that illustrate how local artists are contributing to the discussion about our local waterways. The performances are part of several temporary artworks commissioned by the Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs that address environmental… [ Keep reading ]
Artists Adam Frank, Mandy Greer and Stacy Levy each will present temporary artworks that address environmental sustainability for The Next Fifty, the 50th anniversary celebration of the 1962 World’s Fair, opening tomorrow, April 21. Read more about their artworks here. Hear the artists talk about their artworks at a panel discussion for… [ Keep reading ]
Our director Vincent Kitch celebrates 50 years of arts in Seattle and The Next Fifty. We’re seeking artists to create temporary art installations along Greenwood Avenue North and the Central Waterfront. We’re also seeking an artist to develop artwork for the Lower Mapes Creek Restoration Project in Rainier Beach. We’re… [ Keep reading ]
The 1962 World’s Fair put Seattle on the map, and this year Seattle Center celebrates the fair’s 50th anniversary with The Next Fifty. Six months of artworks, events and activities at the Center April 21 through Oct. 21 will mark the legacy the fair left to the region and the… [ Keep reading ]
