Bellevue Arts Museum members are invited to join a walking tour of the Grand Connection, Bellevue’s signature placemaking initiative that functions as a series of memorable spaces and pedestrian-focused experiences in the heart of downtown Bellevue. Inspired by the BAM Biennial 2021 Architecture and Urban Design and led by City of Bellevue planners, this walking tour will explore the 1.5-mile pathway through Bellevue’s downtown core. BAM members should be prepared to travel the full length of the tour, rain or shine.
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Accommodation Requests
Bellevue Arts Museum is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodationto its programs for individuals with disabilities. Please email Emma Cantrell, Director of Education, at [email protected] for accommodation requests for this event. We can respond to your accommodation request most effectively if we receive it as far in advance of the event as possible, preferably at least 14 days.
Bellevue Arts Museum
Free | BAM Members-Only
About the Speakers:
Emil King is an Assistant Director in the City of Bellevue’s Community Development Department, leading the Planning Division. He oversees a team of professional planners focused on securing Bellevue’s future as a livable, inspiring, vibrant, and equitable community. Emil has been with the City since 2000. Prior to Bellevue, he was a consultant for Washington cities and counties developing growth management plans and implementation codes. Emil is a certified planner and member of the American Planning Association. He holds a master’s in urban planning and undergraduate degree in economics. When not working, Emil loves to go cycling and trail running.
Lorie Hoffman joined the City of Bellevue in October 2021 as the Arts Community Manager where she supports arts and cultural programs that work to sustain and grow Bellevue’s artistic and creative capacity, building on Bellevue’s position as the arts and culture center of the Eastside. Before joining the team at Bellevue, Lorie was the Executive Director of ShoreLake Arts, an arts & culture nonprofit providing events & education in north King County. Lorie holds a Master of Fine Arts in Printmaking from Montana State University with undergraduate degrees in Marketing and Media and Theater Arts.
