Glass panels greet you here. Collections Objects, Experiences, Memories is a series of clear glass panels. These panels are installed into a metal grillwork. They mark the entrances to the Library and Neighborhood Service Center. We are at the Lake City Branch Library. The entrance leads downstairs to the Lake City Library. It also leads to the Lake City Neighborhood Service Center.
The artwork consists of 70 pieces. 37 pieces measure 15h x 15w. 20 pieces measure 23h x 15w. 13 pieces measure 31h x 15w. All pieces are 1d. These are clear glass panels.
Linda Haworth is the artist. She created this installation in 2005. The artwork is part of the LIBRARIES FOR ALL – LAKE CITY BRANCH project. The SAC ID is LIB05.026.
Each glass piece comes from an original image. The image was first carved in clay. The glass is Bull’s-eye Tekta 6mm. It is fused into plaster molds. These molds were cast from original clay carvings.
Seattle has a rich history of arts and culture. Creativity is on full display here. You can find it in museums and historic theaters. Music venues and hallmark festivals also showcase it. Cultural institutions honor diverse communities.
Downtown’s Seattle Art Museum is at the art core. It features progressive works. You can see priceless paintings and inspired installations. These come from international and Pacific Northwest artists. Visit SAM’s sister sites too. Olympic Sculpture Park offers towering sculptures. You can enjoy stunning views of Elliott Bay there. The Seattle Asian Art Museum in Capitol Hill features Asian artifacts. Contemporary exhibits are also on display.
The Pacific Northwest’s glass art legacy is significant. Experience it at Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Center. There, you can take in impressive works. These works come from Dale Chihuly. He is a world-renowned glass artist.
Other museums honor the region’s rich cultural influences. The Wing Luke Museum is in Chinatown–International District. Exhibits showcase the Asian American experience. Also highlighted are Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander experiences. The National Nordic Museum is in Ballard. It features the heritage of Nordic countries. It also shows the stories of immigrants who settled here. The Burke Museum is in the University District. It spotlights the Pacific Northwest’s natural history. Native cultures are also in the spotlight.
Seattle is full of concert halls and music festivals. The Showbox is one of the city’s most popular music venues. It features up-and-coming indie acts. You can also see global headliners there. The Crocodile is in Belltown. It is the place for rock and hip-hop bands. Ballard’s Tractor Tavern draws country and indie acts.
Northwest Folklife is one of Seattle’s famous art and music festivals. It spans four days. It has been bringing together cultural music and arts programming for over 50 years. Bumbershoot attracts well-known acts. It also invites local musicians to Seattle Center. It provides a unique arts and culture experience.
Collections Objects, Experiences, Memories adds to Seattle’s rich tapestry. It blends art and community in a unique and accessible way. These glass panels reflect not just light. They reflect the stories and memories of this place.