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The Fremont Troll is a popular street art attraction in Seattle, but it's not a must unless you're in the area and want to see it. You can park at Gas Works Park and walk here, which is a moderate 20 mins~ stroll. There will be incline to get up the hill, so take that into consideration as well. You can also try to find parking in the area, but parking can be difficult to find. There is also many food spots on the street south of the Fremont Troll, so make sure to check the stores out if you're looking for a bite. read more

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Along the windy roads of Queen Anne towards funky Freemont, deep underneath the viaduct of the Aurora Bridge, lies the TROLL! Who is the troll you ask? WELL - he's a massive stone etched man crawling out of the ground to welcome you to Seattle! He's a popular attraction that thankfully isn't always crowded, with a TON of parking, walkable trails nearby, large enough to climb on for a photo op and is a little piece of quirky paradise. Another fun, "must see" when exploring the city! read more

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Ally C.

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I'm not TROLLING you when I say this is a must see in Seattle! There's not much to do here but it's a really interesting thing to see. There's also a small park nearby and the moss turtle. I recommend seeing it at least once when in Seattle. read more

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Paul P.

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Get the background on the troll to understand why this was created. A great photo op for visitors. I didn't make it up the stairs. read more

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Anna R.

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I actually took the bus here from my hotel. It was quick and easy to get to. It's a great quick stop to take a photo if you have a car. read more

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Casey K.

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The Fremont Troll is located under the Aurora Bridge in a neighborhood not far from downtown Fremont. The Troll is pretty large and is a perfect spot to stop for a photo op. I stopped by on a Friday morning and it wasn't too busy. It's also an easy walk from Gas Works Park and downtown Fremont. The Troll is a unique art piece and is like nothing I've seen before. It also looks cuter in person than in photos. I recommend stopping by! read more

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Gillian A.

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To help eradicate trash dumping and drug dealing activity under Aurora Bridge, an art contest in 1990 was held for art placement under the bridge resulting in this 18-ft troll that can be seen today. Pretty cool statue. Most people that I saw at the time here did some climbing maneuvers to stand and pose on top of the troll's left hand (looked a little slippery heading up there). I walked from Gas Works Park to here (took about 20 min). As a heads up, the walk from North 34th Street to the troll has a bit of an incline. Worth the little workout! read more

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My wife's review: "He's ugly- he's like a creepy wizard who lost his hat". The Troll lives under the Aurora Bridge (or George Washington Memorial Bridge, if you are mansplaining), at N. 36th and Troll Avenue. Big, unique, free photo ops are worth 5 stars, though he alone isn't worth a trip to Fremont. Plan a few hours to also see the topiary dinosaurs, Rocket, Lenin statue, Center of the Universe, pretty bridges, and to check out the shopping district, especially during the Sunday market. He is the result of attempts to rehabilitate the area in 1990. The winning design was created by four local artists who sculpted the Scandinavian troll him out of 13,000 pounds of rebar, wire, and concrete. He is 18 feet high, not quite as high as the kids he was meant to displace. read more

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A really cool attraction! If you're in the Fremont area, this a cool place to visit. They have parking around the area and during the week around the late afternoon, there was no one there so you can take a bunch of photos! Right next to the troll, there's a really cute Troll's Knoll Forrest that you can walk around. Definitely recommend! read more

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You may have grown up hearing that trolls live under bridges... well, they do! Especially in Fremont on Troll Avenue. Fremont is a quaint area, and the troll adds to it. He is nestled under the bridge/extension to the freeway. If you're lucky enough to find a place to park in the neighborhood, do it!! Walk over and make friends with the troll. This unique piece of art has been here for eons, and the neighborhood has grown up around him. I secretly wish that people wouldn't climb all over him, just to preserve him, and prevent deterioration. Once you've " paid the troll " to crossover, check out the underpass design of the freeway. It's super cool. If you follow the street, it will lead you to the gasworks park. Add it to your must check this out in Seattle list. There are tons of places to discover in Seattle, don't miss out on the troll! read more

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Nicole G.

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I mean it is what it says it is lol. It is indeed a troll statue under a bridge. My friends brought me here and honestly at first, I was satisfied with seeing it from the car. However, since we parked I decided to look at it up close. It was interesting to know someone took the time to create this statue. Admirable honestly and cool once I looked at it. It's also clever since a troll under a bridge. Need I say less? But seriously, if you're around the area why not check this statue out? It's pretty cool and some people even came to have a photo shoot. Kids also played around it and it's nice to know it brought people joy. They have a donation box as well if you want to support the statue! read more

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If you're in the neighborhood, the Fremont Troll is a quick stopover to check out in this very quirky neighborhood. It's literally a giant troll statue under the bridge, and it's nice that it's not super trashed or vandalized for an art installation under a bridge. When I was a Seattle local we used drive by it a lot to say hi, but sometimes it's nice to get out and get a closer look at it. Not sure if it's lit up at night, so I would recommend checking it out in the day time. While you can drive up to it, at busier times (like the weekend) you may need to park on the nearby streets and walk up to it. Even so, I've never seen it get super crowded since it's a very, very local attraction for the Fremont neighborhood. It's also an easy walk from other attractions like the Fremont Rocket or the Theo Chocolate Factory. Long live the Fremont Troll! read more

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The Fremont Troll is a sculpture under a bridge - just like in the fables, not like people on internet forums. The troll is a great piece composed of concrete, steel and wire. As grungy as the area is with stickers and grafitti, it doesn't seem the troll is defaced like many some other structures in the area. Still though there is a contribution box nearby which I'm sure supports the cleaning of the sculpture and the immediate area. The actual bridge has been around since the 1930s but the idea to add something new to the area and to create the sculpture was started in 1989. On nice days if not too many other people around you can score a nice picture of or with it. If you're in the area and like sculpture art be sure to drop by. It is quite a nice piece that isn't in a museum or gallery, requiring a fee. If you visit, do your part and help keep the troll clean. read more

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I've been to Seattle several times and had never made my way over to this area. We had our first visit to the Fremont Troll. I, like most have seen it on every must see list for Seattle. We walked here from the Theo Chocolate Factory Tour and then walked back to our hotel a few miles away. There was a short line to snap your pic but what I've discovered lately is a short line isn't too bad, because you can always ask someone to grab a picture for you versus going super early or late when no one else is around. I'd say this is a fun visit if you're in the area, or looking to take a nice little stroll to the Fremont area. read more

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When in Seattle....coffee, gum wall, and the FREMONT TROLL! Lol!! Ten minutes to find, plus ten minutes of entertainment is all you need. I actually thought this troll was located at the beach based on the sand I've seen in many other photos. But, he's actually underneath the Aurora Bridge. You'll want to drive down and park in the residential area, off of Troll Ave & N. 36th St. Fun fact, the troll is crushing a VW Beetle in his left hand and has a shiny, metal left eye. Don't think the lip stain on our visit was part of the original masterpiece, but it did bring some dimension to it. Kids thought it was fun to climb up the fingers of this 18ft sculpture designed by Steve Badanes. Other humans found their way to its shoulders from behind. The area was pretty tidy, which is the main purpose of creating this work of art in this residential area...to prevent dumping and keep illegal activities away. Fremont Troll....check! :-) read more

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Just rewatched the movie 10 things I hate about you and realized I hadn't visited the Fremont troll recently! It's a fun stop, no vandalism, an epic view under the bridge, and a giant troll. Parking is easy to find and you can drive right up. We went in the middle of the day on Friday and people trickle in and out throughout the day but it's never too busy and nobody hangs out long. read more

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For the longest time I never understood why there was a giant troll in Seattle or how the two were connected, but I do now! If you were wondering like me, the Seattle community voted on proposals designed by four finalists and the Fremont Troll was ultimately selected. Right in front of the troll is a plaque that lays out the history of its existence. The troll is located under the Aurora Bridge. There is free parking around the area which is nice given this is a tourist attraction that could get packed. Tourists and locals alike were here when I arrived and were climbing on the sculpture taking pictures so there might be a wait until your turn. You can spend anywhere from a couple minutes to half an hour if you decide to grab one of the benches right in front of the troll and eat lunch. It's more of the more iconic tourist spots in Seattle and is worth stopping by even if it's just to get out of the car, take some pictures, and leave. read more

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Fremont Troll is a fun attraction and statue. It's a great place for pictures and a good place to take a walk. There are a lot of stairs, but you don't need to take the stairs to see the statue. This is a fun place to visit. read more

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Laurent L.

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Okay, so this was not on our itinerary at all. My sister had brought up this public sculpture when we were trip planning, but being that this was a trip for our parents, who had never been to Seattle, the Fremont Troll was definitely not high on our priority list. But lo and behold, it was a 2 minute walk from where we had dinner on our first night in Seattle. So I guess that darn troll was just meant to be. I can't help but feel trolled. And you know what, that giant colossal troll really sits under a bridge, just like in the folklore. If you look carefully, the troll is clutching a Volkswagen Beetle, which apparently once held a time capsule. Anyway, this was originally meant to be a project to rehabilitate this area under the bridge where drug dealers once lurked. It apparently worked because now, there are so many tourists that come by, it'd be impossible to be clandestine. We came when it was after sunset, and there were cars pulling up non stop. It was actually kinda comical. We were all here to just look at this big ugly troll. read more

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Chet B.

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If you followed the TV show Once upon A Time, then you might know of this spot! It is at the top of the road under the bridge, so if you are walking to it be prepared for up and down hill that is not very well paved and not easily accessible by ADA. So be careful! read more

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There's really nothing more I can say that hasn't already been said about the troll. It's a unique, bad-ass sculpture designed by a few talented local artists. It's located underneath the George Washington memorial bridge not too far from the downtown area. It's a cool thing to check out but definitely don't plan to spend a lot of time here. You'll see the troll, get your pictures, and bounce. Parking can be a challenge and there are no public restrooms that I'm aware of. Pay your toll to the troll! read more

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5 stars because the Fremont Troll was decked out in pride colors during Pride Month. Such a pleasant surprise for the visit! The troll looks amazing if you are walking up the street towards it. Parking is easy around the neighborhood. read more

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This iconic sculpture(?) is still guarding the bridge and still has that same death grip on the VW as I remember. A visit to this uniquely Seattle tourist stop and a good photo op as well is well worth the time. There's even a donation lock box at the front left section to keep this beast well fed and looking good. Lots of street parking in the area and lots of car and foot traffic as well, so please be safe when visiting. read more

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Short, but sweet. This troll is under a bridge on Fremont street. it's easily accessible, though parking nearby may be a little bit difficult. This sculptures has been seen in many movies/media, and it really is the only thing in the area. Its kinda neat to turn a corner and have this behemoth just sitting there. If you are in the area, you should go and give it a look see. read more

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I mean it was pretty cool, I think the attraction is a fun side bar, while doing other stuff in the area. If your visiting the troll, go hit uneedaburger or the woodland park zoo for some more Fremont fun, I hope they have the world naked bike ride again this year... That's always a fun Fremont stop. Love Fremont in general, so stop in and visit on your travels. read more

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The Fremont Troll is one of Seattle's many Easter Eggs and one of the many things that makes this particular neighborhood super awesome. Built a little over 30 years ago, this was installed to deter homeless people from camping under the bridge and it works very well! Definitely a popular place for people to hang out and take some photos - how can you say no to a troll crushing a 60s bug?! This is in a neighborhood so there's fairly easy, free street parking. Please keep in mind that people live here and not block the roads or driveways. There's a park near by that has lots of colour during the flowering months. In general this is a safe neighborhood and it's a great place to walk around! read more

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Megan G.

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It's the Fremont Troll, if in the Seattle area you have to pop by to take a gander. Your little ones will enjoy this enormous cement troll lurking under a bridge. All that was missing were the three billy goats. read more

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Michaela R.

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If you're in the area I'd stop by and see the troll. It's cool and unique. Once you see it, I don't think you'll have to go back, but it's a cool work of art. read more

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The troll of Fremont. That is all. Just kidding. The fremont troll is a nice photo opportunity as it's iconic and there isn't another art piece like it around. There isn't a ton of parking around the area ( as most of it is residential) but if you go early, it shouldn't be a problem. read more

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Erich L.

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An interesting part of Seattle city culture. I like seeing things that make a city unique. It's worth a quick stop to see this. read more

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Troll statue under the Aurora Bridge. Parking is difficult. It can be very busy in the area for the weekend. My friends and I decided to just drive passed it. Took a quick snapshot while driving by, and decided not to get down and take a picture with the troll. Definitely a random attraction site. Cool to check out if you've never been before. read more

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Kyle B.

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Just a dusty sculpture to say you visited a landmark in the city. Several city buses make stops above the bridge & you can then walk about a block. read more

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In my 20+ years living in Seattle proper and the suburbs of Seattle, I have only been to the Fremont Troll a handful of times. It is more of a symbol of urban art in everyday talk and culture than a place people I have known visit on a frequent basis. Fun place to visit to get some pictures and a taste of one type of Seattle-style urban art. I have not quite found a fit with it for whatever reason. Partially perhaps I like taking pictures of things and there was peer pressure growing up that everyone had to take a picture with the Fremont Troll, so I got a bit of flack from the people I knew for only wanting to take a picture of the Fremont Troll... Ah dynamics in adolescence. Fun place to visit, just not my Seattle-fit. read more

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Elaine C.

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Fun, free attraction underneath the Fremont bridge, there is also a little garden nearby. This doesn't take more than a 5-10 min visit to take some photos and climb around, so decide if it's worth it to you. There are no nearby bathrooms, restaurants or attractions. Area is in a safe neighborhood. Accessible by nearby bus station, and there is free street parking if you can find it. read more

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Anyone who doesn't give this attraction 5 stars is kinda mean. You go in expecting to find a concrete troll under a bridge and you get exactly what you were expecting. Big concrete troll under a bridge. Usually with people climbing all over it. It would be nice if those people didn't also leave their trash on the ground but that isn't the troll's fault. Don't blame the troll. He doesn't like trash either. He does like people taking his picture but does not like it when people paint his nails or vandalize him in any way. Be kind, be respectful. Enjoy the troll and leave him as is for others to enjoy him also. read more

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A cool thing to behold as we don't have bridges like this in Colorado. It's a busy area and tourist attraction. Street parking only and pretty scarce at that. The Fremont Troll is a quick thing to see in Seattle, but sweet nonetheless. He's got a big personality and little ones and adults are all sure to enjoy. read more

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An attraction unique to Seattle. It's free. Its a massive sculpture under a bridge great for a quick stop for some pictures. read more

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I hate to get trolled on but this one I didnt mind. The Fremont Troll is such a unique and interesting art sculpture situated under the Aurora Ave Bridge. It was originally built to eliminate the drug activity that occurred in the area. Now, it has become a popular tourist spot where you have people visiting on a daily basis to take pictures with the troll. read more

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I'm so happy places like this exist. Traveling with family and friends wouldn't be any fun without giant frying pans, balls of string, or reclusive trolls living under bridges. I've never had any problems finding a place to park near this must-visit tourist destination, so don't let that be a deterrent. Also, if you're here on a weekend be sure to check out the neighboring flea market. It's definitely one of my favorites! The troll was constructed in 1990 in an effort to rehabilitate the area under the bridge. I can only imagine in what it looked like before they worked their magic! Since then, the Fremont Troll has made an indelible mark on the city. Tourists from all over the world stop to take a selfie or two. Just be careful, if you're driving a car with California plates, I think the troll has a penchant for Californians. (Check out the Volkswagen Beetle with California plates in the monster's fiendish claws) I'm desperate to track down one of Chia Pets that were licensed in the troll's likeness several years back. What a fun keepsake that would make! read more

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Neat statue that's popular in movies, which I was unaware of. It's under a bridge in a busy street. It's honestly a quick stop for a photo op for adults. There were a few young kids running around having fun, taking pics with the troll over and over again which I thought was cute. read more

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The Wall of Death

3.3(23 reviews)

I mean, what can be said about this strange abandoned art installation that hasn't been said…read morealready. It's not a great area, there's currently a homeless encampment right behind it. It has a chain link fence surrounding it giving it a 'We haven't torn this down yet' vibe. Being from the Bay Area and having seen pieces created at The Crucible I personally would call it exceptionally lazy art - if you're generous with the word 'art'. It's a sign, with some pointed cylinders around it. In my opinion the painted pieces at Gas Works are more interesting. I personally think it's only a matter of time before they tear it out and make it into another park so all in all, it's an easy skip.

At one point, I'm sure The Wall of Death was a very cool public art installation in Seattle. It's a…read morepermanently sited installation located along the Burke-Gilman Trail under the University Bridge along NE 40th Street. It was designed and built by Mowry Baden and his son Colin in 1993. While the exhibit sounds ominous, it's neither a memorial or some gothic art piece. Instead, it's a tribute to the structure used to perform "the wall of death," a motorcycle and miniature automobile stunt. While it looks like it was initially quite amazing, The Wall of Death has largely fallen victim to time and graffiti and it's really that graffiti that negatively impacts the appeal of the exhibit. The exhibit includes the cylinder itself on the south side of the Burke-Gilman Trail, as well as a concrete ramp to the north of the trail, which includes a "series of stylized metal chairs mounted to the existing concrete bridge columns and serves as the stands from which the stunts were viewed. The exhibit was originally intended as interactive with skateboarders intended to use it. However, after several skateboarding accidents including one involving a head-on collision between a skateboarder and a cyclist the exhibit was adapted, by Baden himself, to include 25 concrete parking stops. At this point, the exhibit is somewhat fenced in and much more difficult to access. However, it remains one of the more intriguing public art exhibits in Seattle and is still free to see. It's listed in Atlas Obscura. The exhibit was also reportedly damaged on 11/15/20 when a homeless camp tent caught fire. The exhibit is made of concrete, steel, and aluminum and measures 16' x 65' x 30'. It's easy to access the exhibit from the Burke Gilman Trail in the University District. It's near University of Washington housing and only a few blocks from Lake Union. The trail itself is wheelchair friendly and accessible quite easily.

Seattle's public art display "The Wall of Death"

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180 degrees inside the "wall of death"

The Center of the Universe

4.1(26 reviews)

0.1 mi•Fremont

Cool Landmark in Seattle, Washington…read more.. I've had "The Center of the Universe" bookmarked for a while. It's a good thing to look at the bookmarked items on the Yelp app once in a while. I totally forgot about this novel and unique piece of Public Art! I should have visited it when I saw the Troll and the blue Fremont Bridge yesterday... darn! Anyway... I parked across the street and got a good shot of this directional sign! As I drew closer, I saw places on the sign that I would like to see - such as Machu Piccu and Rio de Janeiro. Other interesting places include The North Pole and The Milky Way. What a fun tourist stop! Check it out when you have time! It's free, quick, and a good break from daily routine!

One of the few photo ops (like the Rocket, dinosaurs, the Troll, etc) in Fremont…read more I saw the sign. It opened up my eyes. Life is demanding without understanding. To reiterate, I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes I saw the sign. No one's gonna drag you up To get into the light where you belong But where do you belong? Now if you excuse me, all that she wants is another baby, and she's gone tomorrow, boy.

It's so novel!

We like it!

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Finding our way...

Vladimir Lenin

4.3(97 reviews)

0.2 mi•Fremont

Why, Seattle? [Seattle WA]…read more The walkable Fremont neighborhood of Seattle has many artworks in easily visible outdoor settings including this statue of Vladimir Lenin located just west of Fremont Avenue. His larger-than-life statue looks over N 36th Street... can't miss it (intersection of Fremont Place North and Evanston Avenue North) Not sure if there was one but I did not see a bronze marker with a description about the statue. I did see an interpretive sign that explained about a man named Lewis Carpenter who wanted to preserve the statue (toppled during the 1989 revolution) and brought it back to his home in Issaquah... I suppose that's how it made it to a Seattle neighborhood. The statue is privately owned. The statue had some graffiti written on it and, also, a thick coating of bright red paint covered his open hand. Also, he hasn't stopped celebrating Halloween as he still has a pumpkin over his head ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Review #3621

Sort of an oddity, yet a landmark in the Fremont area. The Lenin Statue has an interesting history…read more The statue is of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, a Russian revolutionary infamous for causing much strife in the then Soviet Union. The Lenin Statue is subject to being made into a canvass for events around the year in the city as well just plain old vandalism, it isn't surprising seeing as it isn't someone to be readily idolized. The statue was made in the late 80's by a Slovakian sculptor by the name of Emil Venkov as part of a competition. Lenin was likely a figurehead at the time, so he was the subject. The statue was toppled soon after and was purchased by an Entrepeneur. A few years later, and about $30,000 shorter the statue was in Seattle. The statue changed hands at the untimely death of that Entrepeneur and went to the hands of the Fremont Chamber, ideally until a buyer was interested. (It's a headscratcher as to who would by that personally.) The property the Lenin Statue is on is privately owned and therefore it's private property. Hard to miss traversing through the main streets of Fremont the plaque near the statue reads "to serve as a reminder of an important historical period." These words presently and will continue to be very true.

Lenin all ready for Halloween

11.30.24 A rare and controversial bronze sculpture of Vladimir Lenin

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It's VL on a sunny Friday in Fremont (7/7/23)

Frankie Feetsplinters

4.7(12 reviews)

2.4 mi•Ballard

We visited Frankie 2 years ago, we wished the museum was open when we visited but it wasn't but was…read morestill cool driving around trying to find him! Found 3 that year, 2 last year and plan on visiting more this year!!

If you are troll hunting there is one right in front of the National Nordic Museum. Overall, I…read moreliterally only had time to take this photo, but maybe next time I will actually go inside this museum to check it out! The statue is big and has its two hands curled up. Frankie also looks like he is smiling. I don't know what material it is made of but since we are in a rainy city like Seattle it seems like it is holding up just fine. It looks like a lot of work to complete Frankie and it is interesting to be looking for these trolls all across the world and the United States! I also went to the one in Oregon and each one is different and unique just like people are!

2.5 mi•Ballard, Sunset Hill

Frankie!!

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Hiram M Chittenden Locks

4.4(477 reviews)

Went on Sunday afternoon in March...not busy at all. Lots of free parking and pet friendly…read more An engineering feat and fascinating to watch the locks work. There are also beautiful gardens and a fish ladder ...though we didn't see any fish when we visited. Although you can see how powerful the water was rushing down and the challenge the salmon and fish face. Plenty of restrooms too!

Quite a unique park in the Ballard neighborhood. There is sort of underwater aquarium like that…read moreyou can see the water, and there is a park with garden that you can enjoys the flowers and plans, there is also a water walkway that you can enjoys the walks with a great water view. Also there is water channel that transfer boat from upper to lower or vice versa of the river...tiny version of Panama Canal like. Quite interesting to watch the process.

2.7 mi•Greenwood, Phinney Ridge

Fish ladder time

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A little head, maybe an otter?

Seattle ReCreative

4.4(48 reviews)

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Seattle ReCreative is a cool place to browse for odds and ends that you need for your latest…read morecrafting venture. Need a few Scrabble tiles? This is the place. Want just enough Modge Podge to finish that decoupage project? Go here. Need some rubber stamps to make homemade cards or gift tags? Definitely go here! They have a big selection. The place is rather messy and hodgepodge and had an odd smell when I was there. If you're someone who likes their shopping experience to be clean, well-lit, and orderly, this ain't your joint. But it's fun to go through the shop to inspire yourself and see if any treasures call out to you. Some things were a great buy and some were not, so shop wisely. Staff were welcoming and friendly, and I support the reuse and upcycle mission of Seattle ReCreative, so I'll be back.

I love this place! It's like a thrift store for your crafting needs. Yarn, fabric, art supplies,…read morestickers, papers, embroidery, needlepoint, used stamps, vintage photos, international paper money, etc. They also have used books/magazines for crafts and plastic containers. I found some themed collage packs - valentines and Disney themed and a plastic container to store my washi tape! Everything is super affordable too.

Fabric.

Sewing supplies.

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Slides.

Rabid Hands Tattoo Studio

4.9(38 reviews)

1.8 mi•Ballard

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I'm so glad I found Rabid Hands Tattoo! I have been looking on yelp for a new artist that does…read moregreat overall work, and especially in Japanese style. After going through several portfolios on different websites, I discovered Bryan's and emailed him to make an appointment. I was able to get two appointments in, but 6 months far ahead. It was worth the wait though! He helped to finish my sleeve that wasn't done very well, and I am definitely going to make another appointment in the future for my next tattoo. He is very friendly, accommodating, professional, and skilled at his craft. I have been in when there were two other artists (the two women) and they friendly as well. I felt very comfortable here :) Additionally, the interior is pretty awesome. The artwork covering all the walls provide great eye candy to distract you from the pain of getting tattooed.

I've been going to get tattooed by Doc for several years. He's such a good artist and brings our…read moreideas to life in the coolest most original way. Why I keep coming back- He's very conscientious about cleanliness. His tattoos look new even years later (seriously, he is a master of color). He's meticulous about his work. He also makes fast work of getting tattooed. I've brought so many people here from my nieces to my son. I trust him and his work and more importantly, his work stands the test of time!