Elliott Bay Connections
Connecting and Revitalizing Parks on the Elliott Bay Waterfront
Elliott Bay Connections (EBC) is a public–private partnership to connect, restore and revitalize public parks along the Elliott Bay waterfront from Pier 62 (just north of the Seattle Aquarium) to The Beach at Expedia Group.
The EBC project, funded entirely by private philanthropic donations, is expected to begin construction in early 2025 and be complete by summer 2026, in time for Seattle to welcome the FIFA World Cup.
Elliott Bay Connections will connect:
- The parks of Elliott Bay with a new greenway trail between Waterfront Park and Olympic Sculpture Park.
- People to Myrtle Edwards and Centennial Parks with the restoration and revitalization of these parks.
- Visitors to the Salish Sea and the indigenous communities and culture that have lived and thrived here since time immemorial.
- People to each other by helping make the Elliott Bay waterfront a welcoming place for all.
New Greenway Trail
Elliott Bay Connections will create a new protected greenway trail for people of all ages and abilities to walk, bike and roll on the east side of Alaskan Way between Pier 62 and the Olympic Sculpture Park. The greenway trail will complement the Seattle Department of Transportation’s Alaskan Way Safety Project, which will build a two-way protected bike lane on the west side of Alaskan Way.
Lush landscape areas along the multi-use path will feature native trees, shrubs and ground cover plantings. New directional signage will provide clear navigation for residents and visitors. The greenway will also include new and improved lighting.
Myrtle Edwards and Centennial Parks
Elliott Bay Connections will restore and revitalize Myrtle Edwards and Centennial parks, creating a unified experience for park users of all ages and abilities to enjoy the combined 16 acres of open public space, extending for more than a mile along Elliott Bay.
Park Improvements:
- Repair and enhance pedestrian and bike trails in the parks, including adding new lighting.
- Enhance public access to two beach coves in Myrtle Edwards Park, including enhancing shoreline habitat.
- Refresh park landscapes with abundant native plantings, including new lawns, meadows and trees that flourish in coastal conditions.
- Create new public amenities building with restrooms and food concession.
- Restore and revitalize park amenities, including increasing and improving picnic tables and seating and adding new kid-friendly new kid-friendly exploration areas.
- Support the restoration of existing public artwork.
- Add new wayfinding and directional signage.
- Honor the Coast Salish people with indigenous design, plantings and interpretive narratives throughout the park.
Project Schedule
The project is currently in the design phase. The EBC project team will share a final design this fall. Construction is expected to begin in early 2025 and be complete by summer 2026, in time for Seattle to welcome the FIFA World Cup. Construction will be phased to limit impacts and preserve public access to green space and pathways.
Stay informed: Join the EBC mailing list to get the latest project updates.
Questions? Contact the project team at: info@elliottbayconnections.org
Learn More About Elliott Bay ConnectionsDSA is serving as the project implementation partner, bringing together a team of Seattle-based firms experienced in public space improvements, public agency requirements and community engagement. The city of Seattle and the Port of Seattle will issue the necessary approvals and permits for the work to be performed in these publicly owned spaces.