PAC LA Explores Seattle | August 13-15 2026
Meet us in the Pacific Northwest for an immersive weekend of photography and art, as PAC LA visits Seattle, Washington. This fun Meet-Up Style Trip has been collaboratively curated by PAC LA and noted Seattle photography collectors and institutions. Itinerary Highlights include: * Thursday evening welcome cocktails at a special bookstore bar with local friends of PAC LA. Do a bit of gallery hopping in Pioneer Square with our suggestions as a guide before we meet. * Friday - Private tour of the Henry Art Gallery [https://www.google.com/url?q=https://henryart.org/&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1781931239411864&usg=AOvVaw03G5wnXD20pzgtmyLIMT20], with a special Study Room presentation by curators. A studio visit with artist Rafael Soldi [https://www.google.com/url?q=https://rafaelsoldi.com/&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1781931239411864&usg=AOvVaw2ym-q7fWtWL1xDeFQZPsDr], and a hosted lunch at a nearby restaurant. Early evening cocktail at a collector's private residence with a walkthrough of their remarkable collection. * Saturday, a stroll through Olympic Sculpture Park [https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.seattleartmuseum.org/visit/olympic-sculpture-park&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1781931239411864&usg=AOvVaw05ZZpwnKRiGCPzuHaqmeA6], no-host lunch options, a studio visit with artist Eirik Johnson [https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.eirikjohnson.com/&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1781931239411864&usg=AOvVaw1usJ2lcC73YpkpUyJaTY9L] near Capitol Hill, and an exclusive tour of the Photographic Center Northwest [https://pcnw.org/]. We’ll finish with a hosted, celebratory gourmet group dinner at a fantastic local restaurant. * You’ll also receive PAC LA’s curated guide to Seattle with recommended art, sightseeing and dining options to explore if you choose to arrive early or stay longer. The trip fee includes the Thursday welcome cocktails, lunch and the evening reception on Friday, the farewell dinner on Saturday, and VIP admission to all scheduled stops on the itinerary. This is a PAC LA Meet-Up Trip - with a robust selection of optional curated activities for you to enjoy along with some wonderful meals and receptions, without the obligation to stick with the group or the costs of a full-service guided adventure. You'll be on your own for transportation to and from events, lodging, and dining outside of the noted items on the itinerary. Please see the FAQs, below, for additional information and suggestions for trip planning purposes. Pricing - $950 Members | $1,250 Non-Members PAC LA Sponsor Members - Save 10% on this trip! Email events@paclosangeles.com for your discount code. This trip is limited to 15 participants, and we expect it to book quickly. Reserve your spot now! All specific details will be shared with participants closer to the event date. Included: VIP Admission to all activity stops on the listed itinerary. Thursday Welcome Cocktail Reception Friday Group Lunch Friday Cocktail Reception and collection viewing at a private residence Saturday Farewell Dinner Our curated guide to Seattle with restaurant and other suggestions Not Included: Airfare Lodging Local transportation Breakfasts, Lunch on Saturday, Dinners Thursday and Friday Follow PAC LA on Instagram at @photographicartscouncil_la [https://www.instagram.com/photographicartscouncil_la/] Interested in joining PAC LA? Come check us out. [https://paclosangeles.com/join] Top Image © Eirik Johnson
