Seattle

Where to go for art in Seattle

Pioneer Square is home to over 50 galleries and hundreds of artists’ studios. It is described as the heart of Seattle’s nightlife and attracts both hipsters and young wealthy executives.

Being younger than the cities of Europe and Eastern United States, the art scene is relatively young. However, the art museums are quickly catching up with the performing arts venues and there are many fantastic venues to visit.

Art Events in Seattle

Pioneer Square is home to over 50 galleries and hundreds of artists’ studios. It is described as the heart of Seattle’s nightlife and attracts both hipsters and young wealthy executives.

Being younger than the cities of Europe and Eastern United States, the art scene is relatively young. However, the art museums are quickly catching up with the performing arts venues and there are many fantastic venues to visit.

Well known galleries in Seattle

The Seattle Art Museum (SAM) consists of three locations. Its main venue houses a collection worth over a $1 billion. Admission is free on the first Thursday of every month, and at all other times the admission price is “suggested” rather than demanded. The Seattle Asian Art Museum is on the beautiful Seattle waterfront. Admission is free on the first Saturday of every month and again, at all other times the admission fee is suggested. The Sculpture Park is always free – it was originally built for the Olympics but maintains itself as a popular destination.

The Frye Art Museum was Seattle’s first free art museum. The collection originated from Charles and Emma Fyre’s private holdings. They left the art work and money for a museum to house them in their will. The art is mostly representational although recent exhibitions have showcased art that is more venturesome.

There have been comparisons between the recent exhibitions at the Fyre and Henry Art Gallery. Also known as just, ‘The Henry’, the gallery is the art museum of the University of Washington. Its mission is to draw in diverse audiences to enjoy new experiences from challenging and ‘out there’ art.

There is an excellent collection of Native American artwork at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture. The venue is not dedicated to art but is well worth a visit.