There is art in all forms around every corner of the neighborhood. From the second Saturday Ballard ArtWalk to large-scale murals in unexpected places and galleries and studios, Ballard champions Seattle’s local artist community year round.
Experience Ballard’s Artistic Side
Ballard ArtWalk
Since 1997, the Ballard Alliance has produced the Ballard ArtWalk featuring a dozen or more boutiques hosting local talent on the second Saturday of the month from 6 – 9 PM.
Public Art
The neighborhood has more than 20 large-murals by renowned local artists like Stevie and Tori Shao, Dozfy, Sara Simon, Andrew Miller, Victor Melendez and Jen Vickers. Nothing is off limits to our neighborhood organization the Ballard Alliance who hired local artists to design wraps on dozens of utility boxes throughout the core.
Galleries & Studios
There are also opportunities for visitors to enjoy several galleries owned by small business owners and artist such as Atria, Aviv Jewelry & Art Gallery, Ballard Clay Studio, BEGIN, Keil Studio, Niche Art Gallery, Trash Fish Gallery, and Venue.