“Migration Stage is a sculptural assembly intended for deployment in the future as needed to mitigate Salish Sea rise caused during the Anthropocene,” states artist Buster Simpson.

Seattle’s first electric streetcars began operating in 1889. By 1892, the city had 48 miles of electric streetcars and 22 miles of cable railway.

Gold was discovered in the Yukon Territory in 1896. Within three years, over 100,000 prospectors passed through Seattle’s stores and wharves on their journey north. Many returned to Seattle and made it their permanent home.

King Street Station opened in 1906. Its clock tower was inspired by the bell tower on the Piazza San Marco in Venice, Italy; it was the tallest structure in Seattle when it was built.

Described by The Independent as one of the best artworks from Burning Man 2018, Odd Jelly Out by uckiood – Missy Douglas and Kim Rask, is now on permanent display at Rainier Square.

Walking around the Red Hall (level 4), even for just a few minutes, feels thrilling and slightly disorienting—like stepping into a sci-fi adventure or a surreal space journey. Take care not to get lost in its blood-colored, curving walkways.

The Gum Wall originated in the 1990s when local patrons and performers at Unexpected Productions began sticking their used gum on the wall. Since then, it has expanded to cover an enormous expanse of brick along Post Alley.

The shop was established in 1899 by J. E. “Daddy” Standley and offered a hodgepodge of curiosities and significant art objects. Standley collected and sold items that came his way, while also commissioning local Native American artists to create objects according to his specifications.