Port of Seattle
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Official account of the Port of Seattle. Own & operate @flySEA, Fishermen’s Terminal, cruise terminals, marinas, grain terminal, real estate, and cargo terminals with the Northwest Seaport Alliance.
After years of planning, restoration, & construction, our oldest building has been reimagined as a new hub for sustainable maritime innovation. Join Katherine Fountain as she explores the completion of the Maritime Innovation Center at Fishermen’s Terminal with Capital Project Manager Kelly Purnell.
Experience PNW-inspired art throughout SEA’s new C Concourse Expansion. Look up to spot hidden details, pause at the Grand Stairs, find stillness in the sensory room, or stumble upon a splash of whimsy. Hear directly from the artists as they share the inspiration behind the works:
New Public Art at SEA | C Concourse Expansion
The new C Concourse Expansion at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport showcases new works through the Port of Seattle Public Art Program. Inspired by the landscapes, cultures, and stories of the Pacific Northwest, these pieces create a welcoming sense of place for travelers while celebrating the region's creativity. Hear directly from the artists about the inspiration behind their work and how their art helps transform the new space. Featured artists (in order of appearance): - Fumi Amano, “Shared Breath” Location: Level 3, near the Lookout at C - June Sekiguchi, “Where Patterns Meet” Location: Grand Stairs art boxes - Crystal Worl, “wooch isx̱án” (meaning “love for each other”) Location: Concourse level restroom wall - Rebecca Bird Rebecca Bird, “Cycle” Location: Digital art video wall, Concourse level, west end - Beccy Feather, “Home Grown” Location: Grand Stairs art boxes - Dan Mirer, Dan Mirer, “Bub Hub” Location: Digital art video wall, Concourse level, west end Learn more at https://www.portseattle.org/blog/your-guide-pnw-inspired-art-seas-expanded-c-concourse
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#ThrowbackThursday to just a few weeks ago, when the Seattle waterfront was alive with soccer fans from around the globe. ⚽🌎 Welcoming people has always been part of our mission, and this summer was one we'll never forget. Photo: @ samhorine
Your waterfront stroll just got a little tastier. 🌞🌭 Swing by the food trucks across from Pier 69 for lunch this summer! Through July 31, Raspados La Rana Loka and Mr. Crazy Weenie Dogs are serving up delicious eats Monday through Friday.
The ships have arrived! ⚓ It was an honor to welcome the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Navy to Seattle as Seafair Fleet Week officially got underway with the Parade of Ships in Elliott Bay. Join the celebration with public ship tours at Pier 66 today and tomorrow. www.seafair.org/fleet-week/
The matches may be over, but the memories will last. From first arrivals at SEA Airport to the final whistle, Seattle welcomed the world with open arms. Thank you to everyone who helped create an unforgettable experience and showed visitors what makes our region so special. ⚽💚
Congratulations to our Pier 69 partner, FRS Clipper, on launching the region's first Indigenous-led whale watching experience. Read more in the story below.
Native-led tours on the rise, including whale watching out of Seattle
Through food, history and immersive experiences, Native people are sharing the history of the region in a new way.
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Today is World Orca Day. Did you know Washington boaters are now required to stay 1,000 yards away from Southern Resident killer whales? Learn five simple ways you can help protect these iconic Pacific Northwest residents.
Here’s What You Can Do to Protect the Orcas
By Jon Sloan, Senior Manager, Environmental Programs, Port of Seattle
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Cruise cuisine doesn't just appear on your plate. Join Cascade PBS aboard Holland America Line to follow the journey of fresh ingredients from Seattle to Alaska and land to sea.
The Nosh: At Sea!
Let’s go below deck to see how thousands of meals are made aboard a floating restaurant.
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You make us happy. Thanks to everyone for helping to keep our region clean by sorting trash, recycling, and compost the right way. Every bottle, can, and coffee cup in the right bin makes a difference.
Led by our Port-wide Pride Employee Resource Group, employees, families, and friends came together for the Seattle Pride Parade, continuing a 32-year tradition of Port participation. We're proud to celebrate Pride Month and honor the LGBTQIA2S+ community, today and throughout the year.
Your waterfront warm-up starts here. Head to the north end of the waterfront for sunshine, local food trucks, a photo with the giant match ball at Pier 69, and a limited-edition sticker, then make your way south for even more soccer fun. ⚽
Art meets the waterfront. Four columns outside Pier 69 have been transformed by local artists Shogo Ota and Sanoe Stevenson-Egeland, adding even more color to Seattle’s fan experience this summer.
Come learn about the Sustainable Airport Master Plan's Draft Environmental Impact Statement and submit an official public comment. Language translation assistance and childcare services are available at each meeting.
Know Before You Go - SAMP Public Meetings
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Soccer side quest accomplished! ⚽ Visit the giant match ball inside our Pier 69 headquarters lobby, grab an exclusive sticker, and tag us in your photos for a chance to be featured on our channels.
More than 165 volunteers recently gathered at Terminal 91 to help recycle nearly 70,000 pounds of retired fishing nets and chain. Thanks to the partnership between Net Your Problem and American Seafoods, these nets can be transformed into new products.
Partnership Takes Net Recycling to the Next Level
As a fisheries observer in Dutch Harbor, Kodiak, and Akutan, Alaska, Nicole Baker saw piles of fishing nets that were no longer usable everywhere. She knew there had to be a sustainable way to dispose...
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Show us your best goal celebration! Snap your shot in front of the giant soccer ball inside our Pier 69 headquarters lobby. Don’t forget to tag @portofseattle.
SEA Airport is growing along with our region. The Sustainable Airport Master Plan Near-Term Projects are 31 improvements designed to manage that growth. Weigh in on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement. Comment at sea-samp.com, email samp@portseattle.org, or attend a public meeting.
Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)
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We love the soccer excitement, but don’t earn a red card. World Cup venues and fan festivals are No Drone Zones. Unauthorized drone flights are prohibited in and around designated event airspace and grounds. Have fun, cheer loud, and help keep everyone safe. More: www.faa.gov/fifaworldcup...
The Bell Harbor Rendezvous returns to Bell Harbor Marina this weekend, bringing together dozens of classic yachts for the event's 29th annual gathering. Come experience a beloved celebrations of maritime heritage. www.portseattle.org/blog/century...
A Century Afloat: The Classic Yacht Association Returns to Bell Harbor Marina
Written by Stephanie Riley and Diane Lander, Classic Yacht Association Event Chair
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Big ball energy on the waterfront! ⚽ Swing by our Pier 69 headquarters’ lobby this June and July for a giant soccer photo op and a limited-edition sticker you can only get in person.
Know before you throw. ♻️ Look for these bins across Seattle, the waterfront, King County, and @flysea.bsky.social. Recycling, compost, and trash all have their place. Small actions add up as we welcome the world. 🌎
Soccer fever has reached the waterfront. ⚽ The Puget Sound ports are proud to welcome fans from around the world. Throughout the tournament, NWSA will display banners at T-46 showcasing the teams playing at Seattle Stadium, adding a splash of international spirit to Seattle's working waterfront.
Let the Seattle soccer celebration begin on the waterfront! ⚽️
