Public Space Projects

Blue Sky Passage Panels on Third Avenue

In winter 2016, DSA wrapped the inside of a 20-foot shipping container with summer photos of the Cascade Mountains, creating a sunlit interlude for cloud-weary pedestrians. Commissioned by DSA and stationed in Westlake Park for January and February, the art installation was a much-needed reprieve from rainy days for passersby of all ages.

Following its time in Westlake Park, the panels from within the Blue Sky Passage were installed in the vacant Aaron Brothers storefront between Pike and Pine streets, gaining new life and further improving downtown pedestrian experience on Third Avenue.

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Contact Info

General Park Info:

Michael Johnson, Director of Parks & Public Spaces
206-613-3902
michaelj@downtownseattle.org

Sponsorships:

Jennifer Casillas, VP, Public Realm & Ambassador Operations
206-613-3225
parks@downtownseattle.org

Art and Public Space Projects:

Seth Geiser, Manager, Urban Planning & Design
206-613-3916
sethg@downtownseattle.org

Park Rules

The Seattle Municipal Code prohibits:

  • Placing any structure or obstruction in the park without a permit
  • Dogs or other pets that are not leashed; person with dog must carry and use equipment for removing feces.
  • Sale of merchandise without a permit
  • Amplified sound without a permit.
  • Camping
  • Liquor (open or closed container)
  • Littering
  • Skateboarding, roller-skating
  • Illegal gambling
  • Urinating or defecating

Parks Code of Conduct (enforceable under SMC 18.12.040) prohibits:

  • Depriving others of their use or enjoyment of the park
  • No smoking
  • Unattended items
  • Creating a risk of harm to any person or property
  • Obstructing pedestrian traffic; interfering with the provision of services or the use of park property
  • Disrupting Parks and Recreation activities.
  • Abusive or harassing behavior