Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
HIGH POINT
LANDMARK
(SW Myrtle St & 35th Ave;
21)
This intersection marks the highest point in Seattle, 518ft
above sea level.
WEST SEATTLE'S MURALS
Following a noble city tradition of free public art, West Seattle's Diego Rivera-like
murals
have become an important part of the neighborhood fabric. The 11 giant
paintings are scattered over a relatively small area around the Junction commer-
cial zone and do a good job of relating the important chapters of the neighbor-
hood's pioneer history, depicting lively scenes of old street cars, ferries, beach
gatherings and esoteric parades. The murals were commissioned in 1989 and
painted by artists from around the country. All are etched onto the sides of build-
ings, including a post office and a bank. They're kept colorful with periodic touch-
ups.
