Preserving Yamasaki's Vision
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Join us in our mission to protect and honor the architectural legacy of Minoru Yamasaki by preserving the iconic reflecting pools at the Pacific Science Center.
Preservation Insights

Pacific Science Center Listed in 2024 TCLF Landslide Report
Recognizing the currently threatened status of Yamasaki's Pacific Science Center courtyard and pools, The Cultural Landscape Foundation Homepage | TCLF is listing the Pacific Science Center as part of their 2024 Landslide updates. Following is the complete text of...
Pioneering Japanese-American Architect
Minoru Yamasaki was a pioneering Japanese-American architect, best known for his design of the original World Trade Center in New York City and the Pacific Science Center in Seattle. Here are some key highlights of his life and career: Early Life and Education Born:...
Shapes, Lines, and Light: My Grandfather’s American Journey
The new children’s book, “Shapes, Lines, and Light: My Grandfather’s American Journey” by Katie Yamasaki, beautifully highlights the life and legacy of Minoru Yamasaki, the architect behind Seattle’s Pacific Science Center1. This picture book not only celebrates his...