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The platform of Mountlake Terrace Station

Mountlake Terrace Station: Forest walks, re-growth, and old haunts

By Seth Daphne Esmeson

The 1 Line Extension to Lynnwood opened on Aug. 30 of this year, and I was particularly excited to take the train north to M… Read more
Marymoor art installation of Yeggy Michael's work

Yeggy Michael’s ‘Point of Connection’: Redmond’s story, told through art

By Sarah Minier

“Point of Connection" a new public artwork by artist Yegizaw Michael, known as Yeggy, was installed at Marymoor Village Stat… Read more
Danny Melbihess wears a black T-shirt and hat and smiles with a piece of colorful graffiti-style art in the background

Writing on the wall: Capitol Hill Station welcomes a new style of art

By Katie Metzger

Sometimes the only way to mitigate graffiti is to embrace it.  At least, that’s the idea behind a new art installation … Read more
The platforms and tracks at the Spring District light rail station, with black painted aluminum artwork on the walls

The art of our stations: Swirling dragon and phoenix greet new 2 Line riders

By Ian Forrest

No matter what direction you’re heading on the 2 Line this spring, when you step off the train at Spring District Station, y… Read more
A metal art piece on top of the new Hilltop station

Making connections through public art in Tacoma

By Katie Metzger

The expanded T Line is opening for service at approximately 11 a.m. this Saturday, Sept. 16!  You can explore seven … Read more