Photo of artwork by Kimberly Saladin (Muckleshoot) on display at Stadium Plaza. Photo by Jo Cosme.
Art Exhibition at Railroad Way South
Introducing the new art exhibition at Railroad Way South
Friends of Waterfront Park is excited to announce a brand-new outdoor art exhibition located at Railroad Way South. This installation is an important part of Friends’ Public Art Program initiatives and the first step in infusing the new public space with culture and vibrancy. The exhibition features nine free-standing art displays that double as public seating, with solar-powered lighting so that visitors can enjoy the plaza and artwork, day or night.
We are honored to curate, manage, and present art works by a new Indigenous artist each year, and we are working with our Pulling Together Committee to select future artists. With each new year, you’ll be able to discover and enjoy fresh ideas, themes, and art at the new at exhibition.
Located at Railroad Way South – the new pedestrian connection and gateway linking the waterfront to Pioneer Square and the Stadiums – the exhibition offers a safe place of rest, enjoyment, and diverse artistic connection among community members and park visitors, alike.
Currently On Display
Photo of artwork by Stephan Smith on desplay at Stadium Plaza. Photo by Jo Cosme.
Photo of artwork by Stephan Smith on desplay at Stadium Plaza. Photo by Brandon Patoc.
Photo of artwork by Stephan Smith on desplay at Stadium Plaza. Photo by Jo Cosme.
Photo of artwork by Stephan Smith on desplay at Stadium Plaza. Photo by Jo Cosme.
About the Artist: Stephan Smith
Stephan Smith, a self-taught artist raised in Seattle, blends his Quinault and Makah heritage into his art.
His style, characterized by abstract realism featuring symmetry and organic textures, has evolved over the past two decades. Initially focusing on aerosol cans for “graffiti art,” he has contributed to numerous community murals both independently and collaboratively with various groups, as well as undertaking projects for businesses.
Presently, he explores traditional designs through mediums like wood and metals, eagerly embracing opportunities for further artistic growth.
Where to Find It
The art exhibition at Stadium Plaza can be found at the intersection of 1st Ave S and S Charles St, outside the Gridiron Condominiums, towards the western side of Lumen Field.