Father and Son, Seattle

Name: Father and Son
Address: Broad St., Seattle, 98121, United States

#60 among attractions in Seattle

Monuments and statues, Fountain

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Facts and practical information

Father and Son is an outdoor 2005 fountain and sculpture by Louise Bourgeois, installed at Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington. It is made of stainless steel, aluminum, water and bronze. ()

Completed: 2005 (19 years ago)Coordinates: 47°36'54"N, 122°21'18"W

Address

Broad St.Downtown Seattle (Waterfront)Seattle 98121 United States

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Father and Son – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Seattle Center, Space Needle, Museum of Pop Culture, Pacific Science Center.

0.5 miN
Park
Seattle Center, Seattle
14 min walk • Seattle Center is a vibrant cultural hub located in the heart of Seattle, Washington. This 74-acre park-like campus is home to some of the city's most prominent landmarks, including the iconic Space Needle and the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP).
0.5 miNE
Landmark modern spire with city vistas
Space Needle, Seattle
13 min walk • The Space Needle is an iconic landmark towering over Seattle, Washington, epitomizing the city's innovative spirit and futuristic outlook. Standing at a height of 605 feet, this observation tower was constructed in 1962 for the Century 21 Exposition, a World's Fair...
0.6 miNE
Experience Music Project
Museum of Pop Culture, Seattle
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle, the Museum of Pop Culture, or MoPOP, presents a dynamic fusion of music, sci-fi, and pop culture in a singularly designed architectural marvel. Founded by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen in 2000, the museum is a nonprofit organization...
~1980 ftNE
Museum with immersive rotating exhibits
Pacific Science Center, Seattle
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle, the Pacific Science Center stands as a beacon of exploration and discovery in the world of science and technology. This museum, a vibrant hub for the curious minds of all ages, has been igniting the passion for learning since its debut...
~530 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Vernacular architecture
Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle
3 min walk • Nestled against the backdrop of Elliott Bay in Seattle, the Olympic Sculpture Park presents a harmonious blend of art and nature. This outdoor museum, free to the public, spans nine acres of an urban green space where art and ecology converge to offer a unique cultural...
0.5 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle
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0.5 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Chihuly Garden and Glass, Seattle
12 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Seattle, Chihuly Garden and Glass is a dazzling museum that showcases the extraordinary glass art of renowned artist Dale Chihuly. This stunning attraction is a testament to the fusion of art and nature, providing visitors with an...
0.6 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Memorial Stadium, Seattle
15 min walk • Memorial Stadium, nestled in the bustling heart of Seattle, United States, serves as a testament to the city's deep-seated love for sports and communal gatherings. This revered sports venue, though not as widely recognized as some of the city's other landmarks, plays a...
0.6 miSE
Park, View point
Victor Steinbrueck Park, Seattle
16 min walk • Victor Steinbrueck Park is a 0.8 acre park in Downtown Seattle, Washington, United States, located just northwest of Pike Place Market overlooking Elliott Bay.
0.4 miNE
Park, Cafe
Tilikum Place, Seattle
10 min walk • Tilikum Place is a small plaza in the Belltown neighborhood of downtown Seattle, Washington.
~380 ftNE
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Neukom Vivarium, Seattle
2 min walk • Neukom Vivarium is a 2006 mixed media installation by American artist Mark Dion, located at Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington, United States. The work features a 60-foot Western hemlock that fell outside of Seattle in 1996, acting as a nurse log within an 80-foot greenhouse.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Father and Son?

Nearby attractions include Neukom Vivarium, Seattle (2 min walk), Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle (3 min walk), P-Patch, Seattle (6 min walk), First Church, Seattle (8 min walk).

How to get to Father and Son by public transport?

The nearest stations to Father and Son:

Ferry

Seattle • Lines: Seattle-Bremerton, Seattle-Victoria, Seattle-Winslow (30 min walk)
Seattle Waterfront • Lines: Seattle-Blake Island (25 min walk)

Bus

1st Ave & Broad St • Lines: 19, 2, 24, 33 (5 min walk)
2nd Ave & Broad St • Lines: 123 (6 min walk)

Train

Seattle Center (13 min walk)
Westlake Center (23 min walk)

Trolleybus

3rd Ave & Virginia St • Lines: 1, 13, 2, 3, 4 (17 min walk)
3rd Ave & Seneca St • Lines: 1, 13, 3, 4, 49 (28 min walk)

Tram

Westlake & 7th • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (21 min walk)
Pacific Place • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (22 min walk)

Light rail

Westlake • Lines: 1 (23 min walk)
University Street • Lines: 1 (26 min walk)