Chihuly Garden and Glass is an exhibit in the Seattle Center directly next to the Space Needle, showcasing the studio glass of Dale Chihuly.[1] It opened in May 2012 at the former site of the defunct Fun Forest amusement park.[2][3]
The project features three primary components: the Garden, the Glasshouse, and the Interior Exhibits, with significant secondary spaces including a bar featuring both all-ages seating and a separate area for guests age 21+, a 50-seat multi-use theater and lecture space, retail and lobby spaces, and extensive public site enhancements beyond the Garden.[4] The 100-foot-long installation inside of the Glasshouse is one of Chihuly's largest suspended sculptures.[5] Designed with the help of architect Owen Richards, the facility was awarded LEED silver certification from the USGBC.[6]
Starting in 2019, the Chihuly Garden and Glass has ran a free art and glass festival named Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience. The festival brings together artists, collectors, and showcases of glass art from the Puget Sound area.[7][8]
The museum regularly partners with Seattle Public Schools (SPS) to invite elementary school students to visit the museum's galleries and take part in hands-on classes.[9] The partnership between Chihuly Garden and Glass and SPS dates back to 2013, with the museum providing over 17,300 free tickets to SPS students as of 2024.[9]
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References
- ^ Rao, Mallika (2012-05-20). "Dale Chihuly's Seattle Center Garden And Glass Museum Sneak Peek (PHOTOS)". Huffington Post. Retrieved 25 November 2012.
- ^ Clemans, Gayle (May 20, 2012). "Highlights — and low points — of Chihuly Garden and Glass". Seattle Times. Retrieved 25 November 2012.
- ^ "12 Best Reviewed Elegant Wedding Venues in Seattle". Lessie Blue Photography. 2022-08-02. Retrieved 2022-09-28.
- ^ "Chihuly: Garden & Glass". Retrieved 2 June 2014.
- ^ "Glasshouse". Archived from the original on 4 May 2012. Retrieved 2 June 2014.
- ^ "Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition". Retrieved 2 June 2014.
- ^ Scott, Chadd. "'Refract' Festival Returns For 2023 At Full Strength In Glass Art Capital Of America: Seattle". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
- ^ "Visit Seattle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Present the 5th Annual Refract: The Nation's Premier Glass Art Festival". Visit Seattle. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
- ^ a b Schools, Seattle Public. "Students Experience Chihuly Garden and Glass". Seattle Public Schools. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
