Seattle U. Unveils Plans For New Museum

Seattle U. Unveils Plans For New Museum

Seattle University’s new art museum will break ground in August 2026 and will open prior to the start of classes in 2028. The museum has been in the works since philanthropist Richard Hedreen donated his $300 million art collection to the university, along with seed money to fund the museum. Tom Kundig, principal and founder of design firm Olson Kunding, is the architect. “This museum will not only house an extraordinary collection of art but al…