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Walk Seattle's Future
Presented by the Downtown Community Council
What will Seattle look like in 10, 20, 30 years? Grab your family, friends and phones and join the Downtown Community Council for a walk into the future using the magic of Augmented Reality (AR)! See the LID I-5 project, Westlake Park improvements, and more come life right before your eyes. Discover AR art by downtown artists and creatives along the way. No AR experience or special equipment needed. Volunteer guides will be there to help you every step of the way.
Take the Tour
This guided, 0.75 mile tour occurs along public sidewalks in downtown Seattle and takes approximately 60 to 90 minutes. Map and FAQs are here.
We are happy to arrange a group tour for you, your organization or building. (Minimum 4 people preferred). Reach out to us at seattleDCC@gmail.com to arrange.
Next Public Tour: October 1, 2025 | 4 - 5:30 pm
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Jane's Walk FAQs
FAQs
What should I expect?
You can expect to have fun with family, friends, downtown residents, and local creatives while seeing future and prospective construction projects in AR along with AR art created by local, nationally renowned AR artists and creatives.
Is advance registration required?
Yes. Please sign up for one of the available tours above. If you don't see a day and time that works for you, let us know. We'd be happy to arrange a private tour for parties of 4 or more.
What future projects will be included?
We are excited to be working with our partners to visualize the following buildings and projects in AR (subject to change without notice):
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LID I-5
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Westlake Park Improvements
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New residential and mixed use buildings
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Fun "Easter eggs"
How long is the tour?
The tour is approximately 0.75 miles long and takes 60 to 90 minutes.
Anticipated tour map. Route subject to change without notice.
What is Augmented Reality (AR)?
Augmented reality uses visual effects to overlay digital content onto your real world surroundings that you can view and interact with using your own mobile phone.
Are AR and AI the same thing?
The two acronyms are often confused. AI stands for artificial intelligence. AR stands for augmented reality. AR does use some forms of AI such as computer vision and visual positioning systems to work.
Is my data safe?
Yes. Depending on the type of experience, AR needs access to your camera and location in order to work. When you start a new AR experience or app for the first time, it will ask permission to use these components and data. The data will be stored temporarily and discarded at the conclusion of your session. (The duration of storage is determined by the preferences you select at the beginning of the session). Like all mobile phone applications, your data may be anonymously aggregated and stored to improve the performance of the digital product overtime. But NO personal or identifiable information is stored.
Do I need to know how to use AR?
No. This tour is perfect for augmented reality newbees. Volunteers will be their to guide and help you as needed. Using AR is easy: the learning curve is around 30 seconds.
What equipment do I need?
You can use your own mobile phone if desired. iPhones provide the most reliable service, however, Androids work too. The volunteers guides will also have mobile phones and tablets available if you prefer to use theirs.
Do I have to download an app?
No. The visualizations are all web-based. However, older phone may need to download an app.
Is the tour ADA accessible?
Yes. the tour will take place on public sidewalks that are ADA accessible. Volunteers will be able to assist you if your phones are not ADA accessible.
What should I wear?
The walking path will be along public sidewalks. Comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing are recommended.
What is a Jane's Walk?
Named in honor of Jane Jacobs, Jane's Walks are part of an international movement that encourages people to share stories about their neighbourhoods, discover unseen aspects of their communities, and use the art of walking as a way to connect with their neighbours. You can find out more about Jane Jacobs and Jane's Walks at www.janeswalk.org
How do I organize a Jane's Walk in my neighborhood?
Jane's Walks is a volunteer movement. Anybody can create and lead a Jane's Walk. You can find out more about how to organize a Jane's Walk at www.janeswalk.org The local organizer of Jane's Walks in Seattle is www.FeetFirst.org. They are the best place to start.
I still have questions. Who do I contact for answers?
No problem. Send us an email at seattleDCC@gmail.com. Please indicated "Jane's Walk question" in the subject line.
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