Bridge of Glass

The Bridge of Glass is a pedestrian bridge made of glass that crosses Interstate 705 and links the Museum of Glass to downtown Tacoma. The structure features three distinct glass art installations with hundreds of individual glass pieces throughout.

The bridge opened in 2002 with funding from a major donation, transforming the former industrial Thea Foss Waterway into a public art destination. This project helped reconnect the waterfront area with downtown and made it an accessible gathering space.

The Seaform Pavilion section features glass shapes inspired by sea life that create an underwater feeling as you walk beneath them. This glass art connects to the site's past as a working waterway and gives meaning to the bridge's presence here.

The bridge is free to access and open around the clock, with entry points at the Museum of Glass steps and near Union Station on Pacific Avenue. The walkway is flat and clearly marked, making it easy to explore both directions and take time to view the glass art at your own pace.

Two turquoise crystal towers rise above the bridge deck and glow at night with illuminated glass pieces inside. These shining structures can be seen from far away and add a striking visual element to the downtown skyline after dark.

Location: Washington

Official opening: 2002

GPS coordinates: 47.24560,-122.43500

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48