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Chihuly Garden and GlassvsMuseum of Pop Culture
Both are praised by experts. On balance, Museum of Pop Culture is preferred by most reviewers compared to Chihuly Garden and Glass. Museum of Pop Culture scores 94 with positive reviews from 11 sources including Not For Tourists, On the Grid and Fodor's.
Chihuly Garden and Glass
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305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's "Just steps from the base of the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass is a magnificent addition to Seattle Center." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Dale Chihuly is one of the Northwest's best-known artists, with his otherworldly glass sculptures gracing public buildings and private collections." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This exquisite exposition of the life and work of dynamic local glass sculptor Dale Chihuly requires a sharp intake of breath on first viewing." Full review
Afar Magazine "I was pleasantly surprised by this colorful, photography-friendly collection of the one-eyed glass artist's work." Full review
Where "Galleries include both new creations and expansions of popular works from around the world. " Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The works and installations are colorful and complex and invite you into imaginary journeys into tropical forests, botanical gardens and seaside landscapes." Full review
Time Out "A unique visual experience, the Chihuly Garden and Glass showcases the epic work of Northwest glass artist Dale Chihuly with a series of mind- and glass-blowing indoor and outdoor installations." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Showcases the oeuvre of glass from world-famous glass artist, Dale Chihuly. This forward-thinking museum inspires creativity and imagination as much as it pays tribute to the artist" Full review
Travel + Leisure "Right next to the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass is an exhibit within the Seattle Center. The sculpture garden and art exhibition showcases the work of Dale Chihuly."
Seattle Travel Guide
March 1, 2021
Frommer's "This Pacific Northwest phenomenon is almost a household name, primarily because of his enormous and enormously intricate glass chandeliers." Full review
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325 5th Avenue N, Seattle Center, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's "Seattle's most controversial architectural statement is the 140,000-square-foot complex designed by architect Frank Gehry." Full review
Concierge "This multicolored blobular building, a 140,000-square-foot rock-and-roll museum designed by Frank Gehry, is home to the world's largest collection of Jimi Hendrix memorabilia."
Not For Tourists "A billionaire's rock memorabilia collection and a public eyesore."
Travel + Leisure "This museum was born as the Experience Music Project, a grand statement by local billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, who wanted a monument to rock and roll." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Pays tribute to the ever-changing dynamic of rock'n'roll with a variety of interactive exhibits." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The Frank Gehry-designed exterior, made of multicolored aluminum and stainless steel shingles, seems to capture and freeze sound waves, mid-flight." Full review
On the Grid "So much is offered in one space, it’s hard to know where to begin." Full review
National Geographic "Monumental rock-and-roll museum housed with the Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame in Frank Gehry’s curvaceous building...mix your own record or have a jam session in the interactive Sound Lab. " Full review
Where "The EMP Museum is now MoPOP Museum of Popular Culture." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction. " Full review
