Born in 1941 in Tacoma Washington, this prominent glass blowing artist has attended the University of Washington, Rhode Island School of Design, and the Venini glass factory in Venice to perfect his art. In 1971 Chihuly cofounded Pilchuck Glass School … Continue reading
What originally began as a day of mourning for Ireland’s Patron Saint on March 17th in 461 AD has long since turned into a celebration of everything Irish! Come find your inner Irishman (or woman) this March 17th with a … Continue reading
March — in like a lion out like a lamb! (at least that is what they promise us!) — and Seattle is enjoying this weather to the fullest! A time of early spring flowers and buds on trees, a few … Continue reading
SAM’s Gauguin and Polynesia Exhibition is in Seattle Feb. 9-April 29, 2012.The Seattle Art Museum (SAM) is the only place in the United States to see this show during its tour. The show will display about 60 paintings and sculptures … Continue reading
A post-holiday slowdown – not to mention wintry grey skies – diverts many visitors to places other than the Pacific Northwest. Those who do venture to our corner of the world at this time of year, however, benefit by having … Continue reading
City sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style is what Seattle is all about these days with tiny white lights wrapped around the many trees of downtown and nearby neighborhoods with great eats and holiday decor. Shop pretty storefronts or … Continue reading
October is still a transition month in Seattle. We can have beautiful warm days and blue skies as well as windy blustery days. So what can visitors do that is indoors? We have many museums, including the Seattle Art Museum, … Continue reading