Seattle Culture
Rain, Water, Horses, And Basketball
Seattle artist Robin Layton’s new exhibit showcases her award-winning work
Last year, Robin Layton had a one-woman show set to music with live performers. This year, it’s a fine-art exhibit. Layton, a Pulitzer Prize nominee, artist, and photographer, will again showcase her work — although in very different fashion — during a month-long exhibit at Seattle’s Slip Gallery starting in December. “FLUIDITY” celebrates three of…
A Season of Handmade Cheer
Vintage holiday cards by Northwest artists bring charm and creativity to Cascadia Art Museum
Looking for a festive outing with a little extra charm? Cascadia Art Museum’s Vintage Christmas Cards by Northwest Artists, 1900-1990s exhibition might be just the thing. Running now through Jan. 5, this annual show features holiday cards by local artists. Each card is a tiny work of art. They’re creative, inspiring, and definitely worth adding…
Backyard Exploring in Seattle
Some favorite unusual places in Seattle for out-of-town guests
My father-in-law is coming to town this weekend, and we’re trying to figure out what to do and where to go. It’s kind of overwhelming, but not in a way you might think. There’s so much to do here in Seattle that it’s a real challenge to create an itinerary for just four days. It…
Seattle Shines on Giving Tuesday
Explore a multitude of ways to give back to the community
Did you know that Giving Tuesday is a global movement? Or that it was started in 2012 via a partnership with the United Nations Foundation and the 92nd Street Y in New York City? Today, Dec. 3, is Giving Tuesday, a day meant to amplify good causes and help nonprofits raise awareness and money. Seattle,…
Shop Small, Give Big
The Gates Foundation’s holiday market offers gifts that give back
Save some of that Black Friday budget for gifts that matter. Shop the Giving Marketplace next weekend at the Gates Foundation Discovery Center and support meaningful causes. #BlackFriday #HolidayGiving #SeattleMag
Must List: The Top 5 Events in Seattle This Week
Nov 28 - Dec 04
Ghostly laughs, dazzling lights, market magic
Happy Thanksgiving! If you celebrate, what are you most looking forward to? I like the pie. Well, Seattle is buzzing with ways to make the most of the season (yes, even if it’s pouring). Big news this week: Seattle Theatre Group bought Kerry Hall, ensuring this Capitol Hill landmark stays rooted in the arts. A…
Seattle Sports Scoundrels
Seattle sports fans are a loyal bunch. But do them wrong and get on their bad side, and you can quickly go from hero to zero.
Need a break from the feasting? 🦃 Dive into Seattle’s biggest sports grudges — from Howard Schultz selling the Sonics to A-Rod chasing cash. 🏀⚾ #SeattleSports #SeattleMag
Deck the Halls with Flowers
Floral art comes to Pacific Place for the holidays
Downtown Seattle is about to bloom again. Pacific Place is hosting Fleurs de Villes NOËL for the fourth year, turning its five-story shopping center into a floral wonderland from Dec. 6–15. This year’s theme, “Songs of the Season,” imagines classic holiday songs as 15 floral installations created by some of Seattle’s best florists. Expect everything…
