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Pinehurst Station public art: Locally made, artist-led

Artwork displayed at Sound Transit Link light rail stations is a physical representation of an artist’s ideas, emotions, and experience. Material choices — color, ...
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More ways to connect at Pinehurst Station

A new Link station means more than a new place to catch a train....
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Everett Link Extension: Now’s your chance to weigh in!

We’ve just published the Everett Link Extension Draft Environmental Impact Statement (Draft EIS), and it’s available for public comment through Nov. 2....
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reel icon 5 years ago today, we said hello to 3 new light rail stations: Northgate, Roosevelt and U District!👋🚊 It’s hard to believe how much has changed since that opening day back in 2021. Since then, our light rail system has continued to grow across the region, with Pinehurst Station’s opening just this week bringing us to 51 stations regionwide! 🥳 Here’s to looking back at how far we’ve come and to all the places still ahead. 🚆✨
reel icon HELLO, OCTOBER! 🍁🚈✨ The leaves are changing, the sweaters are out and the region is buzzing with fall activities. Whether you're searching for family-friendly fun, seasonal festivals, live entertainment or outdoor adventures, October has plenty to explore. Head to the latest LifeSTyle blog at the link in our bio for our guide to can't-miss October events around the Sound. 🔗 What are you adding to your October plans? 👇
reel icon @henryonboard coming to you live from Pinehurst Station! 🚊🥳 We’re so lucky to have artist @romsonbustillo here at today’s community celebration leading an interactive art workshop! Participants get to create their own artwork and take it home with them. 🎨 All this and more happening now! Come celebrate with us. We’re here until 6 p.m. 🎉
reel icon From one infill station to the next 🚊 Join us tonight at the Museum of Flight and October 3 at the Graham Block Party to learn more about Graham Street Station, Boeing Access Road, and transit in North Tukwila. 🎥: @henryonboard Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry reports from the platform of the new Pinehurst Station on upcoming engagement opportunities for other transit projects.
reel icon 🎨✨ New art at Tacoma Dome Station!   We are grateful for the creative knowledge provided by Puyallup Tribe artist Anthony Duenas. A new collection of his work is now part of the Sounder platform, bringing stories of family, animals, land, sky, creation and connection into the station experience.   From the Bear and the Ant to Salmon and Octopus, each piece has its own story and meaning, rooted in Puyallup culture and Coast Salish traditions.   This work is generously provided by the Puyallup Tribe and the artist, and it is related to the mitigation for Sound Transit’s Tacoma Trestle Track & Signal Reconstruction Project.   Swipe through 👀 to see the artwork!
reel icon Pinehurst Station is officially open and trains are now in service! 🚊🎊 Come out and join the community celebration from 2–6 p.m. with live music, food, local organizations, giveaways, activities and more! 🥳 More info available at link in our bio! 🔗
reel icon Pinehurst Station opens tomorrow, and the neighborhood is ready 🎉 We asked community members what they love most about Pinehurst — from local favorites to the people who make this place special. Take a listen, then come see it for yourself when the station opens. Find more information about the opening celebration at the link in our bio 🔗 Video description: Community members describe what they love about their neighborhood, while also celebrating with streamers and balloons. #SoundTransit #Pinehurst
reel icon There's something satisfying about watching a job done well. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at detail cleaning on a Link train—one of the many ways crews help keep our system clean, welcoming, and ready for riders every day. #BehindYourRide
reel icon The wait is almost over. Pinehurst Station opens Sept. 30! Stop by from 2–6 p.m. to celebrate with your community and be among the first to ride. Will we see you on opening day? Learn more at the link in our bio! #SoundTransit #Pinehurst
reel icon Sign up for the LifeSTyle newsletter at Pinehurst Station on September 30 for a chance to win amazing prizes! 🎉   Visit our LifeSTyle table when Pinehurst Station opens and sign up for the newsletter. You’ll get recommendations for things to do, see and experience across our region, plus you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win:   🎟️ Seattle Seahawks tickets 🍔 A Dick’s Drive-In swag bag 🍽️ A gift card to Ahadu Ethiopian Restaurant 🎭 Seattle Theatre Group tickets 🎶 Seattle Symphony tickets 🏒 Everett Silvertips tickets ⛳ A round of golf for four at Jackson Park Golf Course   Plus, get a commemorative World Cup ORCA card while supplies last. Cards are available first come, first served.   📍 Pinehurst Station 📅 September 30 👉 Stop by, sign up, and enter to win!   Thank you to our amazing prize partners: @SeattleSeahawks @DicksDriveIn @AhaduEthiopianRestaurant @STGPresents @SeattleSymphony @EverettSilvertips @JacksonParkGolfCourse
reel icon What is this thing? 👀   This is an automatic pedestrian gate! Many people are familiar with its predecessor—the automatic quad gate which is a traffic control device used to warn people in vehicles that a train is approaching and prevent them from entering a train’s right of way.     When a train approaches, lights begin to flash, bells ring, and the automatic pedestrian gate arm descends across sidewalks or crosswalks where people walk, bike, or roll to warn people of an oncoming train.     These automatic pedestrian gates are near BelRed Station, which opened in 2024. Sound Transit will install automatic pedestrian gates at Royal Brougham with construction starting as soon as late 2027.     #BehindYourRide
reel icon An update from Pierce County Executive and Sound Transit Board Vice Chair Ryan Mello about continued progress on the Tacoma Dome Link Extension 🚊 Video description: Ryan Mello gives an update from Tacoma, with renderings and maps of the TDLE project interspersed.
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