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The latest progress as the Fremont Canal Sculpture Garden takes shape, plus every newsletter we've sent, in full.

Where Things Stand

Progress

Milestone/May 2026

Office of Arts & Culture to Lead Coordination

The project is moving forward on several fronts. The City has named the Office of Arts and Culture to lead coordination across Seattle Parks, SDOT, Seattle City Light, and the Army Corps of Engineers through the permitting process, with our sincere thanks to Jason Huff, Director of Public Art. Over the next three months we are canvassing Seattle's maritime industry to shape how the park honors it, and the early conversations have been eye-opening: maritime and its related businesses account for 28 cents of every dollar generated in Seattle. We are also completing our 501(c)(3) paperwork, with IRS approval expected about six weeks after this final submission.

Design/March 2026

Updated Renderings Released

New artist renderings have been released showing the refined garden design. The updated plans incorporate feedback from the City of Seattle, ensuring the path and sculpture placements work harmoniously with the existing canal infrastructure.

Planning/Early 2026

City Coordination Advances

The project team continues productive discussions with the City of Seattle and Army Corps of Engineers. Key design elements have been reviewed and refined based on city input, keeping the project on track for its target timeline.

Milestone/2025

Sculpture Commitments Growing

Nearly one-third of the planned bronze sculptures have already received funding commitments from enthusiastic donors. The community response has been overwhelmingly positive, with interest continuing to grow.

In Their Own Words

Newsletters

May 27, 2026

A spring update from the Fremont Canal

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