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Mandela: The Official Exhibition
May 24-Sep 7
Explore the life of the world’s most famous freedom fighter and political leader. His epic journey is told in this experiential galleries.
The Pa’akai We Bring
Through June 1
This play follows multiple generations of salt farmers on Kaua‘i, mixing in ancient stories, live music, and plenty of audience participation into a tasty potluck of performance.
Anne-Karin Furunes: Illuminating Nordic Archives
Through June 8
Showcasing paintings inspired by the historic and recent photography of Svalbard, a Norwegian archipelago situated between the North Pole and Norway.
Ai, Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei
Through Sep 8
Ai, Rebel explores over 130 works created over four decades, offering visitors a rare opportunity to engage with the conceptual artist’s wide-ranging body of work.
Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form
Through Jan 4, 2026
Showcasing the evolution of visual storytelling, this exhibit features the largest-ever selection of original Asian comic artworks.
Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King
Ongoing
Danish environmental artist Thomas Dambo has a worldwide following for his large, inventive trolls made from recycled materials. Now you can discover six new friends in the PNW!
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Morgan James
6/10/2025 through 6/11/2025
Soul singer/songwriter/actress Morgan James will celebrate her latest release at Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley.
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Ongoing
The challenge of spaceflight drew upon the best and the brightest of a generation, and was the longest, …
Details Event WebsiteMaria Reva with Stacey Levine
6/10/2025
Writer and opera librettist Maria Reva visits the store to discuss her debut novel, Endling, alongside local author …
Details Event WebsiteZelma Stone
6/4/2025
Enjoy an evening of live music with Zelma Stone, Jonny G and the Music Factory, Kaycie Satterfield, and …
Details Event WebsiteBallard Farmers Market – Sunday
Ongoing
Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle’s first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington …
Details Event WebsiteJoseph Giant
6/11/2025
Enjoy an evening of live music with Joseph Giant, The Marrying Type, and Rough Tail at The Sunset …
Details Event WebsiteThe Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show
Now through 8/9/2025
Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in …
DetailsTrue Northwest: The Seattle Journey
Ongoing
True Northwest traverses through the real Seattle journey, from an age when Native American cultures first came into …
Details Event WebsiteScott Lantz – Mementos
Now through 6/1/2025
Fountainhead Gallery’s newest exhibit will feature the latest works from artist Scott Lantz.
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