Seattle Monolith

The Seattle Monolith is a black steel sculpture standing about 9 feet (2.7 meters) tall, built from L-beams and constructed with industrial precision. The structure forms a simple geometric shape that rises sharply from the ground at its location.

The sculpture was installed on January 1, 2001, by a group of artists called Some People at a location called Kite Hill. Over the years, the monolith moved to several different places in Seattle before arriving at its current home.

The sculpture references the mysterious object from the film 2001: A Space Odyssey, creating a connection between cinema and public art. Its black steel form stands out in the urban landscape like an unexpected visitor.

The monolith sits in a public park with nearby parking and bus connections for convenient access. The sculpture is outdoors year-round, so plan your visit with weather in mind.

The project began with a modest budget of 250 dollars raised through community events, including a concert called Apes of Wrath. Around 50 people came together to build and install this work of art.