Numerous sculptures and public art experiences highlight the history and culture of a city or region, but the subtle way in which the past combines with the present on the “Stages of History” tour in Edmonds, Washington, is especially unique. This public art experience showcases twelve significant sites in Edmonds’ evolution from a small logging […]
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Defining What “Edmonds Is” to the Washington Community
“Edmonds Is” contains the words, images and icons that represent many different facets of the Edmonds, Washington community. Whether inspired by a picture around the town, an icon that is directly tied to the region or a picture of a member of the community, the sculpture represents the city and area in numerous ways. Residents […]
Mukilteo Lighthouse Park Embraces the Past to Create Experiences in the Present
Parks around the world have utilized their history in numerous ways to attract both residents and visitors. However, few have been able to embrace that history while also creating experiences like Mukilteo Lighthouse Park. By taking advantage of a space that includes a historic lighthouse, public boat launch and shoreline walkway, the park has been […]
Experiencing the Timeless Wonder of the Looff Carousel on the Spokane Heritage Walk
The Heritage Walk in downtown Spokane, Washington features numerous paths and attractions that highlight the history of the city and culture of the region. The Heritage Walks for both East and West Spokane show off a variety of the buildings, statues and churches that have made the area what it is, but the Looff Carousel […]
Exploring the Economic and Cultural Impact of The Fremont Troll
There are multiple approaches to enacting figurative and literal change to and for a neighborhood. Providing the people in that neighborhood with something to be proud of is an essential element in this kind of transformation, and it’s one the community of the Fremont neighborhood in Seattle, Washington focused on in their efforts to create […]
How Would “Washington Watching” Attract People to Your Business or Location?
Sculptures like the Fremont Troll and the Wrocław Dwarfs attract audiences from across the world, and the positive economic impact these kinds of pieces have created is undeniable. It’s the same kind of effect the Washington Watching sculpture is designed to produce for the space or area in Washington where it’s built. What would it […]