Pioneer Square pergola, Cast iron pergola in Pioneer Square, Seattle, United States.
Pioneer Square pergola is a cast iron structure with a glass roof located in Seattle's oldest neighborhood. The framework features ornamental columns spaced along the sidewalk that support the overhead canopy.
The structure was built in 1909 to shelter people waiting for streetcars that served the neighborhood. It dates from a period when such public shelters were common features of urban streets.
The structure reflects how Seattle residents designed public spaces to improve everyday moments for workers and travelers. The cast iron and glass elements show the craftsmanship people valued in practical community infrastructure.
The pergola sits at the corner of 1st Avenue and Yesler Way and is easy to reach on foot. The location sits in a compact historic neighborhood with several other landmarks nearby.
Beneath the pergola sat a public restroom with Alaskan marble and brass fixtures, a surprisingly refined facility for a utilitarian structure. This underground space revealed how early 20th-century designers brought quality finishes even to everyday community amenities.
Location: Seattle
Inception: 1909
Part of: Pioneer Building, Pergola, and Totem Pole
GPS coordinates: 47.60186,-122.33392
Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:01
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