On the Walls

An opinionated guide to this week's gallery and museum shows.

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Lectures and Events

Artist Lecture: Kichul Kim The Korean sound artist discusses the influence of Buddhism and the role of technology in his interactive sound art. 7 p.m. Wed. May 24. Jack Straw New Media Gallery, 4261 Roosevelt Way N.E., 206-634-0919, www.jackstraw.org. Free.

Collecting Across Borders: Goddesses from a Lost Kanchi Temple Indian art historian Padma Kaimal of Colgate University discusses the nexus of museum and private collecting in UW’s annual South Asian art lecture. 7-9 p.m. Thurs. May 25. Stimson Auditorium, Seattle Asian Art Museum, Volunteer Park, 1400 E. Prospect St., RSVP 206-654-3226, www.seattleartmuseum.org. Free with museum admission ($3-$5).

Openings

Seattle Weekly PickHenry Art Gallery This year’s UW MFA students present their thesis work in various media. Opens Sat. May 27. Also: Maya Lin plays with blocks, shadows, wire, and perspective in “Systematic Landscapes,” the visionary artist/architect’s first museum show in eight years. It’s an expansive collection of gallery-filling sculptures, smaller works, and her models for the ongoing Confluence Project, seven sites along the Columbia River commemorating the journey of Lewis and Clark. Highlights include Water Line, a wire topography that webs across the East Gallery, and 2×4 Landscape, a wavy hill made of 65,000 blocks of hemlock. Wire Landscape, a smaller piece, entangles wire with its own shadow. 15th Ave. N.E. and N.E. 41st St., 206-543-2280, www.henryart.org. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sun., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs. MFA show ends June 18; “Systematic” ends Sept. 3.

Solomon Fine Art Paul Shakespear continues to explore abstract symbolism in “Fathom,” his latest paintings. Opens Wed. May 24. Reception: 5-8 p.m. Thurs. June 1. 1215 First Ave., 206-297-1400, www.solomonfineartinc.com. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Ends June 30.

Woodside/Braseth A major exhibit of paintings and rare prints by the late Northwest master Kenneth Callahan (1905-1986) from his estate, many not previously viewed by the public. Reception: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thurs. May 25. 2101 Ninth Ave., 206-622-7243, www.woodsidebrasethgallery.com. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wed.-Sat. Ends June 24.

Last Chance

Art Patch In “Wanderings,”Adam Wallace explores himself and his surroundings through photography. 306 S. Washington St., Ste. 102, 206-388-2373. By appointment only. Ends May 25.

Benham Gallery R. Mac Holbert presents a solo show of his photos, while “Side by Side” pairs and compares his work with that of fellow photographer Graham Nash. 1216 First Ave., 206-622-2480, www.benhamgallery.com. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wed.-Sat. Ends May 27.

Catherine Person Gallery Linda Davidson captures the shifting sky both in the abstract panels of her oil paintings and in finely rendered graphite drawings. Especially nice are two wall-size depictions of a wintering tree, one in graphite, the other in cascades of stream-of-consciousness type. 319 Third Ave. S., www.catherinepersongallery.com, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends May 27.

Consolidated Works The annual Cornish CollegeDesign BFA Exhibition. 500 Boren Ave. N., 206-381-3218, www.conworks.org., www.cornish.edu. Noon-7 p.m. daily. Ends May 26.

Corridor Gallery Garek J. Druss’ “Things I Don’t Want To Do” takes interesting objects and skews them into intentionally absurd perspectives.Tashiro-Kaplan building, 306 S. Washington, 206-856-7037, www.schirmerstudio.com/corridor. Noon-5 p.m. Sat. Ends May 27.

Seattle Weekly PickDavidson Galleries “Contemporary Finnish Woodcuts” features an array of traditional and modern styles. Also, the late Jay Steensma made his simple yet evocative oil paintings and drawings on everything from canvas to paper bags, inspired by religion, mysticism, nature, and the Northwest School. 313 Occidental Ave. S., 206-624-1324, www.davidsongalleries.com. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Ends May 27.

Foster/White “Synergy” features voluptuous abstract glass works by Merrilee Moore. Also: Contemporary Northwest master painter Alden Mason’s playful and bright canvases of amoeba-esque people and birds. 220 Third Ave. S., 206-622-2833, www.fosterwhite.com. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Both end May 27.

Fountainhead “Innervision” is an overview of landscape paintings by 11 area artists. 625 W. McGraw St., 206-285-4467, www.fountainheadgallery.com. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., noon-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun., and by appointment. Ends May 28.

G. Gibson Gallery Classic-style paintings by New Yorker Marc Dennis in “Allegories” and large-scale photos by St. Paul artist JoAnn Verburg in “Poet Under Water.” 300 S. Washington St., 206-587-4033, www.gibsongallery.com. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wed.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. Ends May 27.

Gallery 110 Christopher Buening disguises airplane barf bags with intricate drawings. Also, Linda Horsley’s colorful surrealist visions in “Before Shadows.” 110 S. Washington St., 206-624-9336, www.gallery110.com. Ends May 27.

Seattle Weekly PickGallery 4 Culture “Schonbrunn (A Failed Attempt at Something Grand),” the latest frame-bursting drawings and engravings by Cornish alum Dawn Cerny, are a satirical examination of the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries loosely based on Walter Benjamin’s The Arcades Project. 101 Prefontaine Pl. S., 206-296-7580, www.4culture.org. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Ends May 26.

Seattle Weekly PickGrover/Thurston Gallery “Improbabilities and Riddles,” Bay Area artist Inez Storer’s quietly provocative collage, paint, and found-object works reflect identity, history, and gender, including her own European-Catholic upbringing. 309 Occidental Ave. S., 206-223-0816, www.groverthurston.com. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends May 27.

Howard/Mandville “The Love of the Land” gathers an array of landscape art by 31 artists ranging in style from photorealism to impressionism. 120 Park Lane, Suite D, Kirkland, 425-889-8212, www.howardmandville.com. Ends May 31.

Jeffrey Moose Photographs and handmade textures infused with Native American themes in “Collages/Composites” by Alyssa Hinton, and stone and earthenware sculpture by Hannah Alex-Glasser. Rainier Square, 1333 Fifth Ave., 206-467-6951, www.jeffreymoosegallery.com. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., noon-5 p.m. Sat. Ends May 27.

Joe Bar Scrappy little sock animals and playground scenarios make up “Friends of Little Roy,” the current collection of black-and-white images by local photographer Erin L. Shafkind that explore themes of childhood and loyalty. 810 E. Roy St., 206-324-0407, www.joebar.org. 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 31.

Kimzey Miller After 30 years, this downtown gallery is closing its doors for good at the end of the month. This is the final rotating exhibit of its artists. 1225 Second Ave., 206-682-2339. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Closes May 26.

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Richard Hugo House Gallery “Memory: Capturing Our Fleeting Existence” is a collection of “introversion (or shadow) boxes” by Lisa Mei Ling Fong. 1634 11th Ave., 206-322-7030, www.hugohouse.org. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., noon-5 p.m. Sat. Ends May 28.

Seattle Weekly PickSam Day Gallery “Carl Skoog: Backcountry Visionary.” The lasting vision of the late photographer who died last October in a ski-mountaineering fall in Argentina will inspire more than a few trips to the pristine regions he captured in his vivid images for outdoor adventure magazines. 79 S. Main St., 206-382-7413. Noon-5 p.m. Sat. Ends May 30.

Seattle Public Library Presented by Americans for UNFPA, “Family of Woman” is a photographic celebration of women across the globe, with works by Washington Times photo editor Julie Danesha, Dana Gluckstein, Beth O’Donnell, and other photographers. 1000 Fourth Ave., 206-386-4636, www.spl.org., www.americansforunfpa.org. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. Sun. Ends May 30.

Shift Collaborative Elise Richman’s oil paintings reflect the ordered chaos of the wilderness. Tashiro-Kaplan Arts Complex #105, 306 S. Washington St., 206-547-1215. www.shiftstudio.org. Noon-5 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 27.

Soil “Nooksandcrannies,” by Julie Custer, Marc Dombrosky, and Etsuko Ichikawa, is a site-specific installation interpreting the space. Also, “Substrata: New Photographs” by Thom Heileson. 112 Third Ave. S., 206-264-8061, www.soilart.org. Noon-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. Ends May 28.

Stonington “Borne of Myth & Fire” celebrates glass art of the Northwest coast. 119 S. Jackson St., 206-405-4040, www.stoningtongallery.com. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends May 29.

Terry Avenue Studios The annual Cornish College Art BFA Exhibition. 2000 Terry Ave., www.cornish.edu. Noon-7 p.m. daily. Ends May 26.

Two Bells Bar & Grill Photography by local designer Darrell Davis. 2313 Fourth Ave., 206-441-3050. 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily. Ends May 31.

Underground Gallery Color and black-and-white photos of Machu Picchu by Malcolm L. Edwards. Studio B-12, 214 First Ave. S., 206-340-9395, www.undergroundgalleryseattle.com. 1-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Ends May 31.

Winston Wächter Vast white skies fill the oil and linen canvases of Vashon Island painter Victoria Adams in “Weather Shift: New Landscapes.” Also: “Group Photography” features the work of Tom Baril, Rena Bass Forman, and Kris Cox. 203 Dexter Ave. N., 206-652-5855, www.winstonwachter.com. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends May 31.

Galleries

Art/Not Terminal Sam Caldwell works with everything from paint and paper to wax and coffee in “Experimentation.” Also, “Art of the Tarot Oracle,” with Tarot readers in the Subterranean Room daily. 2045 Westlake Ave., 206-233-0680, www.antgallery.org. Tarot Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 1-6 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Gallery Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends June 1.

Baas Print artist Judy Talley explores the range of perception and association that people place on dolls in “Memory and Symbol.” 2703 E. Madison St., 206-324-4742, www.baasartgallery.com. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Ends May 31.

Ballard Fetherston Melissa Furness works with acrylic paint, digital photography, and glassy resin glaze to explore identity, sexuality, alienation, and shared environment. 818 E. Pike St., 206-322-9440, www.ballardfetherstongallery.com. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends June 10.

BLVD Gallery A new gallery that will showcase underground street art and graffiti culture from across the nation. Their inaugural show, “Groundswell,” features work by Space Invader, Oliver Vernon, Robert Hardgrave, Bigfoot, Mear One, Iosefatu Sua, and more. 2312 Second Ave., www.blvdart.com. 1-6 p.m. Wed., Thurs., and Sat., 1-7 p.m. Fri. Through May.

Columbia City This first regional juried exhibition examines our “plugged and caffeinated” culture via work by 17 local artists. 4864 Rainier Ave. S., 206-760-9843, www.columbiacitygallery.com. Noon-8 p.m. Wed.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Sun. Ends July 9.

Crawl Space Local artist Chad Wentzel ambitiously fills the gallery with 2-D and 3-D paper sculpture in “Everything I’ve Ever Wanted All at the Same Time.” 504 E. Denny Way #1, 206-322-5752, www.crawlspacegallery.com. Noon-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends June 11.

Seattle Weekly PickDavidson Contemporary John Grade’s Cleave transforms the gallery into a viscerally evocative environment, constructed of clay, goat fur, and resin, that intends to replicate the landscape—think the canyons of Escalante in Utah or the glaciers of Mount Rainier, although spook house is the first experience that comes to mind as you enter the darkened gallery. 310 S. Washington St., 206-624-7684, www.davidsongalleries.com. 11 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends June 24.

Seattle Weekly PickExperience Music Project “DoubleTake: From Monet to Lichtenstein” pairs in unexpected ways 28 modern and classic paintings from Paul Allen’s private collection, many not seen by the public in over 50 years. Some sample matches: Van Gogh and Ernst, Monet and DeKooning, Signac and Rothko. Curated by art historian and Impressionism expert Paul Hayes Tucker. EMP, 325 Fifth Ave. N. (Seattle Center), 206-770-2702, www.doubletakeexhibit.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Sat. $7-$8. Ends October.

Francine Seders Gallery Robert McNown’s ink-on-paper series resembles a literal tapestry of intricate designs. Bradd Skubinna creates mosaiclike collages from found paper and plastic. Also in the upstairs gallery, Jeffrey Burgert’s “monocroform,” oils on canvas. 6701 Greenwood Ave. N., 206-782-0355, www.sedersgallery.com. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon. and Wed.-Sat., 11 a.m.- 7:30 p.m. Tues., 1-5 p.m. Sun. Ends June 4.

Gallery IMA “Fractal Utopia & The Yellow Sanctuary Room” features recent paintings and installation art by Cerj Lalonde. 123 S. Jackson St., 206-625-0055, www.galleryima.com. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun., by appointment Mon. Ends June 29.

Gallery63Eleven “Mojo the Fifth” features colorful new paintings crowded with naif characters by Ballard native C. L. Utley. 6311 24th Ave. N.W., 206-478-2238, www.gallery63eleven.com. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends June 7.

Seattle Weekly PickGreg Kucera “Paintings and Watercolors,” the bold and mesmerizingly geometric patterns of Everett-born (Portland-based) painter Michael Knutson, may inspire you to wear your 3-D glasses for full effect, or trigger acid flashbacks. Also: The impishly wicked humor of young Canadian artist Marcel Dzama is on display in his latest works on paper, rendered in watercolor, ink, and root beer. 212 Third Ave. S., 206-624-0770, www.gregkucera.com. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends July 1.

Howard House From Cat Clifford to Andy Warhol, “Paper Trails” presents an array of contemporary work by eight artists. Also: “Three Painters” features the work of Kim Dorland, Alexander Kantarovsky, and Chiara Minchio. Both shows are curated by Gary Owen. 604 Second Ave., 206-256-6399, www.howardhouse.net. 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends July 1.

Jack Straw New Media Korean artist Kichul Kim’s Rapport is a sound installation exploring the connection between seeing sound and reaching Nirvana, an idea he has explored for over 10 years. 4261 Roosevelt Way N.E., 206-634-0919, www.jackstraw.org. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Ends June 23.

James Harris “About Strange Lands: Sculpture and Watercolor” is artist Claire Cowie’s third solo show at the gallery. Inspired by an old story about a rhinoceros named Clara who was captured and displayed as an exotic animal before crowds in Europe, Cowie explores objectification and preconception with a large ceramic rhino and sketches. 309A Third Ave. S., 206-903-6220, www.jamesharrisgallery.com. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sat., by appointment Tues. Ends June 17.

Kirkland Arts Center “Menu: Edible Elements in Art” explores the use of food in contemporary art, featuring artwork by Josephine Balakrishnan, Patty Cokus, Dee Fontans, Edward Kranz, Theresa Lovering-Brown, Tom Muller, Toi Sennhauser, and Carmen Valdes. 620 Market St., 425-822-7161, www.kirklandartscenter.org. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. second Thursdays. Ends June 3.

Seattle Weekly PickLinda Hodges Gallery Local favorite Gaylen Hansen shows new work that will delight you, yes, but goes beyond color and whimsy. The large paintings, especially, are densely layered and full of free-associative secrets. (Ever noticed how closely together fish and airplanes reside in your psyche? You will after looking at Blue Fish). 316 First Ave. S., 206-624-3034, www.lindahodgesgallery.com. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends May 27. LYNN JACOBSON

MusaDesign “Counter Points: Metaphors of Expression” features work by contemporary New York artist Seth Ely. Also: a collection of African sculpture. 2617 Fifth Ave., 425-246-8464, www.musadesign.net. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Fri. Ends June 2.

Nancy Bishop-Harvey The third annual “Art of Our Mothers” exhibition, featuring works by over 25 artists, celebrates the mother as artist and invites children and grandchildren to interpret the pieces. Proceeds benefit the Edmonds Center for the Arts. 524 Main St., 206-550-4372, www.edmondscenterforthearts.org. 1-5 p.m. Wed. and Fri., 1-8 p.m. Thurs., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. Ends June 3.

Nordic Heritage Museum Bodies intertwine in “Swift and Slow,” drawings by Norwegian-born artist Sol Kjøk. Also, “The Landscapes of Clyde Aspevig—A Closer Look.” 3014 N.W. 67th St., 206-789-5707, www.nordicmuseum.org. Free with museum admission ($4-$6). 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Sun. Ends June 11.

NW Craft Center Gallery Ed Cox’s “Temple Garden” presents oil paintings, carpets, ceramic sculptures, wood carvings, and mosaics. 305 Harrison St., 206-728-1555. www.eddcox.com. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Ends June 25.

Oasis Paintings by Mila Faulkner, Oleksiy Kovalenko, and Erin MacCoy, silk tapestries by Oleksandra Pryveda, painted silk by Miranda Roberts, and black-and-white photographs by Ariel Soto. 3644 Wallingford Ave. N., 206-547-5177, www.oasisinseattle.com. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., noon-4 p.m. Sun. Ongoing.

Photographic Center Northwest Three graduating students present their thesis work: Jo Johnson, Maylee Noah, and Loewyn Young. 900 12th Ave., 206-720-7222, www.pcnw.org. Noon-9:30 p.m. Mon., 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends June 13.

Port Angeles Fine Arts Center “Disaster!” is defined by 31 primarily Northwest artists, some with an eye for wry commentary, such as Bryn Barnard’s Venice on the Potomac 2040, a finely realist oil portrait of the Capitol Building of the future surrounded by water. The result of global warming, another Hurricane Katrina, or simply a metaphor for recent disastrous politics? All of the above, most likely. This timely show explores political, personal, and natural disasters, says curator Jake Seniuk. 1203 E. Lauridsen Blvd., Port Angeles, 360-457-3532, www.pafac.org. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. Ends July 30.

Seattle Weekly PickSuyama Space German-born local composer and inventor Trimpin presents a new site-specific installation, SHHH. A large metal sphere rhythmically orbits on a circular rail, its movement and sound responding to the proximity of the viewer. 2324 Second Ave., 206-256-0809, www.suyamapetersondeguchi.com/art. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Ends July 28.

Seattle Weekly PickWall Space Aline Smithson has posed Grandma Whistler–style in various incongruous settings, to greatly amusing effect, while Gregg Krogstad explores nature and Ron Reeder examines the human body. All are photographs. 600 First Ave. #322, 206-749-9133, www.wallspaceseattle.com. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wed.-Fri. Ends June 16.

Seattle Weekly PickWestern Bridge Inspired by Kirsten Stoltmann’s video about adolescent skateboarders, “Boys and Flowers” features an eclectic array of commissioned and award-winning local and international work. Highlights include a magnificent botanical mural by British artist Paul Morrison; The Four Seasons of Veronica Read by Turkish-British video artist Kutlug Ataman, which pays homage to ordinary obsessions (here, gardening); an ornate Japanese screen and saucy paean to a doomed bathhouse by local suggestive ceramicist Jeffry Mitchell; and a project to rebuild Denny Hill by the architects of Universal Nonlinear Design. 3412 Fourth Ave. S., 206-838-7444, www.westernbridge.org. Noon-6 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Ends Aug. 12.

William Traver Exquisite blown glass by artist Lino Tagliapietra. 110 Union St. #200, 206-587-6501, www.travergallery.com. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends July 2.

Museums

Seattle Weekly PickBellevue Arts Museum “Rozome Masters of Japan” showcases the unique Japanese art of batik with work by 15 artists. Also: Asian textiles inform the work of two American artists in “Wrapped in Color: Kimonos by Tim Harding, Jackets by Jon Eric Riis.” 510 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue, 425-519-0770, www.bellevuearts.org. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. (until 9 p.m. Thurs.), 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sun. Both end June 18.

Seattle Weekly PickFrye Art Museum Robyn O’Neil’s epic, often ominous, drawings explore death and man’s relationship to nature. This is the first major museum presentation of this Houston-based artist’s work. Also: the colorful botanical collages and tapestries of Amy Helfand’s “Modern Nature.” 704 Terry Ave., 206-622-9250, www.fryemuseum.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Both end July 30.

Museum of Glass “Czech Glass, 1945-1980: Design in an Age of Adversity” presents glasswork from a difficult era in Czech postwar history. Museum of Glass, 1801 E. Dock St., Tacoma, 253-284-4750, www.museumofglass.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sat. (until 8 p.m. every third Thurs.), noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends June 18.

Seattle Art Museum Closed for expansion until spring 2007; see Web site for details. 100 University St., 206-654-3100, www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Seattle Weekly PickSeattle Asian Art Museum In “Discovering Buddhist Art—Seeking the Sublime,” nearly 100 works represent the influence of Buddhism on Asian art and culture. The wonderful array of antique snuff bottles is a highlight. Also: Tooba, a powerful, haunting allegorical video by Iranian-born artist Shirin Neshat about a woman who merges with a tree. Also: “A Northwest Summer: Six Exhibitions—One Celebration” includes studio glass art from the Jon and Mary Shirley collection; art deco sculpture from SAM’s early days; “Made in Seattle,” contemporary art from their permanent collection; “Night Sounds,” 14 significant interconnected works by Mark Tobey and Morris Graves; and “Elegant Earth,” photographs by Johsel Namkung. Trimpin’s “Picnics, Rhythms and Vacations” joins the lineup in August. Volunteer Park, 1400 E. Prospect St., 206-654-3100, www.seattleartmuseum.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thurs. “Seattle” ends July 23, “Elegant” ends August 6, “Tooba” and “Northwest Summer” end Oct. 15, “Buddha” is ongoing.

Wing Luke “These Walls Can Speak: Untold Stories From Three Historic Buildings” celebrates the Kong Yick Buildings, Higo, and the Eastern Hotel through history, testimony, and artifacts. 407 Seventh Ave. S., 206-623-5124, www.wingluke.org. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tues.-Fri., noon-4 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends Dec. 10.