Art History Lecture Series | Seattle's Totem Poles

Historically, the monumental sculptures we call totem poles were carved by First Peoples living far to the north of Puget Sound. How did the totem pole become a symbol of Seattle? We’ll hear the outrageous, tragic, and moving stories behind Seattle’s oldest and newest Native poles.

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An old black and white photograph of a totem pole in front of a large city building

Arthur Churchill Warner. Pioneer Square totem pole with the Olympic Block in the background, Seattle, ca. 1911, ca. 1911. 6.5 in x 8.5 in. University of Washington Special Collections.

January 9, 2025

11 am–12 pm

Frye Art Museum
704 Terry Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

2025–26 Art History Lecture Series Ticket Prices and Tiers:

Individual Tickets
Members: $15
Non-members: $20
Students: $10

Individual in-person tickets are available on the day of the lecture and cannot be purchased in advance. Tickets must be purchased in person with a credit or debit card; cash is not accepted. Recordings of lectures will be available for purchase shortly after lecture date.

In-person Series Pass
Members: $150
Non-members: $200
Students: $100

Recording Only Series Pass
Members: $140
Non-members: $190
Students: $90

Ticketing Policies:

Registration
You may purchase a series pass in advance of the start of the season or at any point during the season while supplies last. Individual tickets for the in-person lectures are not available in advance, but can be purchased in person on a first come first served basis.

Confirmation
Registration is confirmed by email.

Cancellation
The Frye Art Museum reserves the right to cancel any lecture. If the Museum cancels a course or class, a full prorated refund will be issued. Questions? Contact learning@fryemuseum.org

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