Drumheller Fountain, Seattle

Name: Drumheller Fountain
Address: 3900 Rainier Vista Northeast, Seattle, United States

#202 among attractions in Seattle

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Drumheller Fountain, also known as the Frosh Pond since the early 1900s, is an outdoor fountain on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, Washington, in the United States. The fountain was given its name is 1961 to honor the University Regent Joseph Drumheller, who gifted the actual fountain to the University for its centennial celebration. ()

Coordinates: 47°39'14"N, 122°18'29"W

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3900 Rainier Vista NortheastNortheast Seattle (University District)Seattle United States

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Drumheller Fountain – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Burke Museum, Broken Obelisk, Husky Stadium, Henry Art Gallery.

0.5 miN
Museum with regional artifacts
Burke Museum, Seattle
13 min walk • The Burke Museum, nestled in the vibrant city of Seattle, United States, stands as a beacon of natural history and cultural heritage. This preeminent institution, located on the University of Washington campus, is a hub for enthusiasts eager to delve into the rich...
~870 ftN
Monuments and statues
Broken Obelisk, Seattle
5 min walk • In the heart of Seattle, Washington, stands the evocative sculpture known as the Broken Obelisk. This poignant work of art graces the grounds of the University of Washington, offering both a visual spectacle and a subject for contemplation to students, faculty,...
~1670 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Husky Stadium, Seattle
9 min walk • Husky Stadium, nestled in the heart of Seattle, United States, stands as an iconic sport venue known for its breathtaking views and electric atmosphere. Erected in 1920, this open-air stadium is primarily the home field for the University of Washington Huskies football...
~1340 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Henry Art Gallery, Seattle
7 min walk • The Henry Art Gallery, located in the vibrant city of Seattle, United States, is a beacon of contemporary art and culture. Founded in 1927, the museum serves as a dynamic center for the visual arts in the Pacific Northwest.
~1600 ftE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Hec Edmundson Pavilion, Seattle
8 min walk • Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion is an indoor arena on the campus of the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington.
0.4 miW
Park
Fritz Hedges Waterway Park, Seattle
11 min walk • Fritz Hedges Waterway Park, also known as Portage Bay Park, is a 3.5-acre park on the north shore of Portage Bay in the neighborhood of University District of Seattle, Washington. The park includes a beach, pier, and a canoe and kayak launch.
~630 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Park
Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, Seattle
4 min walk • The Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, also known as the Sylvan Grove Theater or simply the Sylvan Theater, is a sylvan theater located on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, Washington.
~910 ftNW
Square
Red Square, Seattle
5 min walk • Red Square, officially Central Plaza, is a large open square on the Seattle campus of the University of Washington that serves as a hub for two of the University's major axes, connecting the campus's northern Liberal Arts Quadrangle with the science and engineering buildings found on the lower campus.
0.6 miW
Bridge
University Bridge, Seattle
15 min walk • The University Bridge is a double-leaf bascule bridge in Seattle, Washington that carries Eastlake Avenue traffic over Portage Bay between Eastlake to the south and the University District to the north.
0.6 miNW
Square, Modernist architecture
UW Tower, Seattle
15 min walk • The UW Tower is a high-rise office building complex located in the University District of Seattle, Washington, United States. It was completed in 1975 and serves as the head offices of the University of Washington. The 22-story tower was designed by NBBJ.
0.6 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Neptune Theatre, Seattle
15 min walk • The Neptune Theatre, formerly known as U-Neptune Theatre, is a performing arts venue in the University District neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Drumheller Fountain?

Nearby attractions include Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, Seattle (4 min walk), Suzzallo Library, Seattle (4 min walk), Benson Hall, Seattle (5 min walk), University of Washington Libraries, Seattle (5 min walk).

How to get to Drumheller Fountain by public transport?

The nearest stations to Drumheller Fountain:

Bus

Stevens Way & Garfield Ln • Lines: 277, 372, 45, 65, 67, 75, 810, 860, 871, 880 (3 min walk)
Stevens Way & Asotin Place • Lines: 45 (4 min walk)

Light rail

University of Washington • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)
U District • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)

Trolleybus

15th Ave NE & NE 42nd St • Lines: 43, 44, 49, 70 (10 min walk)