A sign that the New Burke is on the way

Photo: Cathy Morris/Burke Museum
Photo: Cathy Morris/Burke Museum
May 21, 2018 | Cathy Morris

The first of two new signs was installed at the New Burke earlier today! The signs, designed by Tom Kundig of Olson Kundig, each feature five, 6.5-foot tall letters spelling “BURKE,” positioned vertically to serve as a beacon to visitors and passersby when the new museum opens in fall 2019.

Situated in the northwest corner of University of Washington campus (next door to the current Burke Museum facility), the New Burke is just 1 ½ blocks from the future U District light rail station.

Each sign letter is outlined with LED lighting that will illuminate the signs at night. The BURKE sign will join other illuminated signs, such as the “Public Market Center” sign at Pike Place Market, as a symbol of unique local institutions.

Close up of the LED lights
Photo: Courtesy of Skanska
Photo: Courtesy of Skanska

A closeup of the LED lighting that will illuminate the signs at night.

Close up of the LED lights
Photo: Courtesy of Skanska
Photo: Courtesy of Skanska

LED lighting will illuminate the signs at night.

In addition to the exterior views, the east-facing sign is visible through the interior windows of the galleries, further reinforcing the “See through the Burke” visitor experience of the new museum.

Learn more about the New Burke on our project website.