PAWA Paints Fishermen's Terminal 2026

Capture the soul of the Pacific Northwest at the historic Fishermen’s Terminal, where the rugged charm of a working waterfront meets the serene beauty of the Ballard ship canal.
Set up your easel amidst the iconic North Pacific fishing fleet. From the towering masts and weathered hulls of crabbers to the intricate tangle of nets and rigging, every corner offers a masterclass in texture and industrial grit. Watch as the morning mist lifts over the water, revealing shimmering reflections of steel-blue hulls and the vivid, "pop-art" murals that now adorn the historic net sheds.

Facilitator: Min Zhong [email protected] Phone 425-298-6469

Meeting location:

Will be spread around the dock near the giant statue

Lunch plans, Bring sack lunch or restaurant/grocery suggestions:

Food for purchase available onsite.

Directions:

Coming from the North- head south on I-5 until you reach the 85th St. (exit no. 172). Turn right on 85th St. and until you reach 15th Ave. NW and then turn left. Continue on 15th Ave., crossing the Ballard Bridge. Take the first right after you cross the bridge onto Emerson and continue straight. Turn right at the traffic light on 19th Ave. and into the Fishermen’s terminal parking lot. DO NOT PARK in the two hour lot in front of the CHINOOKS restaurant. An 8 Hour parking is available to the right of building complex, past the Highliner restaurant.

From the I-5 South heading North, take the Mercer St. (Exit 167) and then take a right on Westlake. Follow Westlake along Lake Union stay left at intersection and road becomes Nickerson St. (Do not cross the Fremont bridge). Continue on Nickerson until you approach the overpass right before the Ballard bridge. Keep left on Nickerson following signs to Emerson St., Turn left onto Emerson and Right onto 19th. into the Fishermen’s Terminal lot.

FAQ's

DO NOT PARK in the two hour lot in front of the CHINOOKS restaurant. They will tow. 8 Hour parking is available to the right of building complex, past the Highliner restaurant. Car pooling is encouraged.

Air B&B’s Magnolia, Ballard, or Queen Anne or Mediterranean Inn near Space Needle

Shade will be an issue if it is sunny. There is shelter, but the best views are fairly exposed.

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