A Visit To West Seattle Junction

Seattle is full of distinctive neighborhoods and shopping districts. On Tuesday, Audrey and I took the bus to West Seattle Junction, the "downtown" of West Seattle.

Note the "Walk All Ways" sign at the main crossroads. Yes, you can walk catty-corner if you wish. A tradition in the making is having one's wedding party walk all ways here.

Street art abounds here, as well as throughout the city.

The Junction has lots of identifying markers, including banners ...

... and more street art.

Easy Street is "the longest running record store in Seattle."

The Junction has more than one bookstore, an increasing rarity in downtowns.

It's a bench! It's art! Have a seat and think about it.

The hanging baskets had just been removed for the changing season, but we saw one last example of the lush, colorful displays.

The Junction has an enticing array of restaurants and specialty food stores, as well as a farmer's market.

Many buildings, including this post office, have murals related to West Seattle. This one depicts Hi-Yu, the annual summer festival that features a parade and naming of a royal court.

 These whimsical tiles are at the base of a ...

...stately street clock advertising a local jeweler.

Cupcake Royale is a sweet part of the mix in the Junction, as is Bakery Nouveau. 

Check out the transportation sculptures on the bus shelter. (Click to enlarge any image.)

All in all, West Seattle Junction lives up to its claim as a "destination-worthy business district" offering commerce, culture and camaraderie. I enjoyed my visit very much!

--Bernice