NEIGHBORHOOD
Ancestors of today’s Duwamish and Suquamish people were living here about 10,000 years ago. Tribes along the coast traveled to fish, hunt, gather seasonal bounty, and visit family and friends. During the winter months they lived in villages. Djijila’letc, translated as “little crossing-over place,” was one such seasonal village located amidst a lagoon and a sea of tide flats in what is today Pioneer Square.
We acknowledge that this Indigenous land now called Pioneer Square is the ancestral land of the Coast Salish people. We recognize, honor, and respect the Indigenous peoples connected to this land; past, present and future.
The Denny Party arrived at Alki Point in West Seattle in 1851 and moved across to the eastern shore of Elliott Bay at Little Crossing-Over Place in the spring of 1852. Native Americans were present when white settlers came to homestead. Chief Si’ahl or Chief Seattle, leader of the Duwamish and Suquamish people, sought prosperity for his people, and worked to form alliances with the new settlers. Though the native peoples in the area helped the early settlers build their city, by 1865, Seattle’s first city council had banned Native Americans from entering the city. For the settlers, this was a land of unbelievably large trees adjacent to a magnificent harbor, Elliott Bay. In the 1850’s, the settlers who shaped the future of Seattle—entrepreneurs like Arthur Denny, “Doc” Maynard, and Henry Yesler—first landed in Pioneer Square. Seattle was incorporated in 1869 with more than 2,000 residents. The city’s first neighborhood was Pioneer Square. After the devastation of the Great Seattle Fire of 1889, Pioneer Square was rebuilt to shine, and showcases that living history in the beautiful Victorian Romanesque buildings and fascinating underground spaces that are found throughout the neighborhood. Today, the history of Pioneer Square’s Coast Salish people is honored through storytelling and native-made indigenous art in the neighborhood. Native Works and the Chief Seattle Club work to provide a sacred space for urban native people, honor native tradition and the contributions of indigenous people. For a complete map of all the neighborhood has to offer: PIONEERSQUARE.ORG/MAP
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Pioneer Park with Iron Pergola & Tlingit Indian Totem
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Killer Whale, Bear, Tsonqua, Sun and Raven, Carved cedar sculptures Artist: Duane Pasco
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Day/Night, Porcelain enamel and cedar panels Artist: Hachivi Edgar Heap of Birds
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Rain Forest Gates, hand-forged and painted steel gates Artist: Jean Whitesavage and Nick Lyle
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Welcome Figure Artist: Andrea Wilbur-Sigo (Squaxin Island Tribe)
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Post Alley Mural Artist: Billy King RA
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Anawog Painted steel sculpture Artist: Jan Evans
Seattle’s history is part of the Pioneer Square experience. Pick up a Trail to Treasure Walking Map at the Occidental Square information booth or Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park to get started exploring. Check the following link to find out more about guided summer tours.
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PUBLIC ART Chief Seattle Fountain, bronze bust and cast iron basin Artist: James Wehn
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From historic structures to cultural spaces to works of public art, it's all here, waiting to be explored.
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Painted steel “beads” on streetcar poles Artist: Claudia Fitch
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Pioneer Square’s history can be found throughout its vibrant streets.
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Smith Tower Observatory [requires entrance fee]
Crab Artist: Titus Capoeman, Quinault Indian Nation Thunder Moon Artist: Ty Juvinel, Tulalip Tribe LUMEN FIELD
Muckleshoot Springer Artist: Tyson Simmons, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Salmon and Water Artist: Leslie Sam, Cowichan Tribes Band Walking Bear Artist: Maynard Johnny Jr., Penelakut Tribe Eagles in the Square Artist: Jason Read, Sechelt Indian Band Cycles of Time Artist: Dylan Thomas, Lyackson First Nation
Orcas Artist: Rudy Romero, Nooksack/Skway
For a complete listing of all neighborhood attractions: PIONEERSQUARE.ORG/MAP
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Salmon Habitat Artist: Joe Seymour, Squaxin Island Tribe
Generations 2 Artist: Denise Emerson, Skokomish Tribe Water Artist: Keith Stevenson, Muckleshoot Tribe
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For a complete listing of all neighborhood businesses: PIONEERSQUARE.ORG/MAP
MAR KETPLACE Welcome to Pioneer Square, Seattle’s historic neighborhood. Spend some time exploring this unique destination, and you’ll be richly rewarded with exceptionally preserved architecture, a thriving arts community, vibrant shops and restaurants, exciting night life, and an energetic game day atmosphere—all within one square mile. Nowhere else in Seattle has more to offer, in such an accessible footprint. In the same day you can peruse Seattle’s finest boutiques, be inspired by extraordinary art, sample award-winning food and treats, and cheer for your favorite team —all within close proximity of every major transit connection in the city.
ART DISTRICT Pioneer Square’s thriving cultural scene exhibits the depth and range of the vibrant Pacific Northwest arts community. The district’s historic venues trace the history of jazz and grunge through live music. One-of-a-kind theater performances dazzle the senses, and eclectic public art can be found around every corner.
Did you know First Thursday Art Walk in Pioneer Square was the very first Art Walk in the USA? In 1981, a group of visionary Pioneer Square art dealers got together and collectively encouraged arts patrons to come and tour their galleries in the spirit of having a community event. First Thursday soon evolved into the popular gathering that it is today, becoming the preeminent night to debut, celebrate, and share art. Every first Thursday of the month, Pioneer Square welcomes you to join us after 5pm to continue this venerated tradition with exceptional artists, innovative works, and creative kinship.
For more information about art in Pioneer Square: FIRSTTHURSDAYSEATTLE.COM
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Sound Transit Link Light Rail services the Downtown Transit Tunnel, accessible through multiple points in the neighborhood.
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Downtown Transit Tunnel Entrances
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Amtrak services this historic rail station. The renovated grand waiting room is worth a visit! S KING ST
Sound Transit Sounder trains can be accessed at points adjacent to the station.
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Pioneer Square, Chinatown/International District and Capitol Hill are connected via the First Hill Streetcar bringing you directly to the Pioneer Square Streetcar Station on S Jackson St between 1st Ave S & Occidental Ave S.
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Washington State Ferries from Bainbridge Island and Bremerton dock at Colman Dock, Pier 52. The King County Water Taxi from West Seattle and Vashon Island docks at Pier 50.
Parking
Check out mobile-friendly DowntownSeattleParking.com for parking locations throughout the neighborhood. No need to circle for street parking!
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Buses
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King County Metro and Sound Transit service a broad network of bus stops above ground. Contact Metro Rider Information at 206-553-3000 (metro.kingcounty.gov) or Sound Transit at 888-889-6368 (soundtransit.org). Visit King Street Center at 201 S Jackson St for customer service inquiries including trip planning, lost & found, fares & ORCA passes, and more.
Bike Lanes
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