SAM Remix

Seattle's favorite after-hours museum event is back. Taking notes from Ai, Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei, SAM Remix will showcase the power of art to make change through genre-smashing musicians, works by provocateur artist Ai Weiwei, and DIY art workshops. These are difficult times, people, so we need art to bring us out of the darkness in true Seattle grunge fashion!

Join us for gallery explorations, a fashion show, stand-up comedy, and more during this evening exploring all forms of artistic rebellion.

The place: Seattle Art Museum from 7–11 pm on Friday, March 28. The attitude: ornery but creative. The dress code: punk chic. The first 100 attendees to arrive dressed on theme will receive one free drink ticket.

Galleries and South Hall will be accessible from 7–10:30 pm. Programming and activities will continue in the Brotman Forum until 11 pm.

Buy your tickets ahead of time to secure your spot as this event will likely sell out.

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What's happening

Brotman Forum

7–7:50 pm

Seattle Art Museum’s Director Scott Stulen embraces his inner DJ to welcome you to Remix. Get to SAM when doors open to find out what’s on Scott's playlist.

7–10 pm

Commemorate the night with a (temporary) tattoo inspired by Ai Weiwei’s art. Choose from flash designs by Ink by Bailee, or try your hand at DIY body art using a temporary ink pen.

7:50–8 pm & 9–9:10 pm

Queer artist collective BeautyBoiz is bringing in their troop of punk performers to party with you in the crowd. Catch a vibrant drag performance that is sure to leave you wanting more.

8–9 pm & 9:15–10:15 pm

Groove to the eclectic beats of Nick Carroll chosen by False Prophet, a collective beloved for their post-punk and cold wave sound.

10:15–11 pm

With her dynamic vocals, anthemic melodies, and raw lyricism, hardcore pop artist TeZATalks brings her electrifying energy to the stage.

South Hall

7–10:30 pm

Create your fashion statement at Dan McLean’s accessory station using denim scraps and vintage zippers straight from her runway | Location: Chase Open Studio (middle of the South Hall stairs)

Express yourself on paper at a zine-making table, where you can make a book with collage materials and museum periodicals. | Location: Education Resource Center (top of the South Hall stairs)

We love our SAM members. Get VIP access to an exclusive member-only lounge with a fun photo booth and comfy seating—the perfect spot to kick back and relax for a bit! | Location: Market Terrace (bottom of South Hall)

7–8 pm & 8:45–9:30 pm

Rock out to the industrial and dark DJ beats of collective False Prophet featuring Kadeejah Streets, known for his sonic smorgasbord sets of house, disco, acid, EBM, electro, breaks, techno, and more.

7:30–8:15 pm & 8:45–9:30 pm

The Southeast Asian Comedy Collective presents two hilarious shows that explore what it means to be a modern-day rebel. | Location: Plestcheeff Auditorium (bottom of South Hall)

8–8:45 pm

King Sheim embodies the epitome of punk-pop vibes. Expect lots of screaming, humorous and confessional lyrics, and platform boots.

9:30–10:15 pm

Dan McLean’s runway show, UNZIPPED, reimagines the utilitarian object as a piece of art. See zippers and denim transform into avant-garde sculptures fit for a museum gallery.

Arnold Boardroom

7–10:30 pm

Snap a keepsake picture of your punk-chic outfit at SAM’s photo booth.

In-gallery activities

7–10:30 pm

We’re turning to you: Scan the QR codes around the Modern Art galleries to vote on what you would or wouldn’t curate in your own gallery. If everything is art, and everything is politics, then what’s in a museum is an expression of the ways museums foster, embrace, or reject political conversations. Explore others’ responses and help us create our own REMIXed museum! | Location: Modern Art Galleries (3rd Floor)

For a low-sensory activity, head to the Family Room for puzzles and games. | Location: American Art: The Stories We Carry (3rd Floor)

7:30 pm

Catch a guided tour of the LEGO gallery inside Ai, Rebel with FOONG Ping, SAM Foster Foundation Curator of Chinese Art. Please honor your ticketed time slot to attend this tour. | Location: Ai, Rebel entrance (4th floor)

8–8:30 pm & 9–9:30 pm

Discover the wonders inside SAM’s famous Porcelain Room, focusing on the fantastical commission by Diego Cibelli and the historical fresco by Giovanni Tiepolo with a tour by José Carlos Diaz, SAM's Susan Brotman Deputy Director for Art. | Location: Porcelain Room (Meet at the top of the 4th floor escalator.)

SAM Shop

7–11 pm

SAM Shop will be open during Remix and hosting a game of art trivia. Get the question right and a special prize or discount could be yours!

Pro Tips

Entry

Buy your tickets ahead of time to secure your spot as this event will likely sell out. Tickets will not be available at the door day of.

SAM members: $35

General public: $50

Remix is a 21+ event. Please have your ID and ticket (printed or on mobile) ready upon arrival. Event entry begins at 7 pm. Check-in is located at the entrance at the corner of First Avenue and Union Street.

All programming is included with your ticket. You must select a time slot to view the Ai, Rebel exhibition when purchasing a Remix ticket.

Tickets are nonrefundable and re-entry is not permitted. No large bags are allowed.

See Ai, Rebel exhibition during Remix

To reduce wait times and ensure safety for visitors and the art, guests must select a time slot to view the Ai, Rebel exhibition during Remix.

When purchasing your ticket, the following time slots will be available for selection: 7:15–8:15 pm, 8:15–9:15 pm, and 9:15–10:15 pm. Your time slot allows you access to Ai, Rebel at any point during that timeframe (you do not have to show up at the beginning).

This time slot selection applies only to the Ai, Rebel exhibition. Visit all other galleries any time until 10:30 pm.

Members get the most out of SAM Remix

Membership has its benefits—like member pricing on REMIX tickets! Plus, enjoy exclusive access to the members-only lounge featuring a photo booth and a seated area to relax. Show your membership card or SAM Remix member ticket at any bar to receive $1 off each transaction.

Not a member? Join now with promo code REBEL10 for 10% off Individual through Patron-level memberships.

Food & drink

No outside alcohol is permitted at SAM Remix. Alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase onsite. There will be limited snacks and food available, so please plan to grab a meal before the event. Cash is king at the bars.

Parking

We highly recommend visitors take public transportation, ride a bike, rideshare, or carpool. On-site, paid parking is available at the following locations:

Russell Investment Center Garage

Located under the museum, the garage entrance is on Union Street between First and Second Avenue. This is an ADA-accessible garage with an elevator that will deposit you around the corner from the museum’s main entrance or inside the museum. There is a vehicle height restriction of 6'8" when entering the garage. There are 4 available EV charging stations located on Level 1, as well as space for bikes and motorcycles. This garage does not offer in/out privileges for hourly customers.

520 Pike Tower Parking Garage

Located at 520 Pike Street this garage is operated by SP+ and located on the left-hand side of Pike Street (one-way) between Fifth and Sixth Avenue. This garage is ADA-accessible and provides handicap parking options. There is a height restriction of 6'8" for vehicles entering the garage. EV charging stations are on Level F. This garage does not offer in/out privileges for hourly customers.

LAZ Parking 3rd and Steward Garage

Located four blocks from SAM, the entrance is located on Stewart Street between Third and Second Avenues. This parking garage does not offer daily in/out privileges and is limited to 12 hours (all hours revert to full price).

ADA Accommodations

Find out all about Accessibility at SAM.

If you require additional ADA accommodations, please contact our customer service team at customerservice@seattleartmuseum.org or 206.654.3210. Our staff will work with other departments to meet accommodation needs.

Drop-off areas for visitors with special needs are available near the Seattle Art Museum.

Remix Well

SAM Remix is an inclusive program highlighting the best of our region’s creative community amid the artwork and exhibitions on view at the Seattle Art Museum. When attending SAM Remix, you agree to:

• Protect the art (a.k.a. No touching!).

• Support and encourage the artists.

• Participate in as much as you feel comfortable.

• Respect other visitors and SAM staff.

• Appreciate, don’t appropriate, the diverse cultures in attendance and on view.

Questions?

Check out the Frequently Asked Questions or call us at 206.654.3100.

SAM acknowledges and expresses gratitude to the Coast Salish peoples on whose ancestral lands the Seattle Art Museum resides.