On the sidewalk at 1604 Broadway in Seattle’s Capitol Hill, a bronze Jimi Hendrix kneels over his guitar in a lifelike performance pose. Seattle sculptor Daryl Smith made the statue as a tribute to Hendrix, who spent his first 18 years in the city. Stop for a close look at the sculpture and a photo, or take a quiet moment with the tribute. It is free to visit and easy to reach on foot from nearby transit.
A tribute on Broadway
The bronze statue stands on the sidewalk at 1604 Broadway in Capitol Hill. Seattle artist Daryl Smith sculpted Hendrix in a kneeling performance pose, guitar in hand. The work is a tribute to a musician who spent the first 18 years of his life in Seattle.
The sculpture is free to see, and its street-level setting makes this a simple stop for a walk through the neighborhood. Look closely at Hendrix’s pose and expression, then step back for a photo that shows the statue in its surroundings.
Music landmarks nearby
The statue can be part of a wider search for music-related tributes around Seattle. Information about Hendrix’s early life and places he frequented is available through Hunter’s Capital, which also shares stories about other statues. A Buddy Holly statue and an Elvis statue are inside buildings, so they may take more searching to find.
A train is a convenient option if you do not want to drive; the statue is a short walk from a nearby stop. Street parking is also available in the area.
FAQ
Is the Jimi Hendrix Statue free to visit?
Yes. The sidewalk statue is free to see.
Where is the Jimi Hendrix Statue?
It is at 1604 Broadway in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood.
How do you get to the statue?
You can walk from a nearby train stop or drive and look for street parking.
