🎸Museum of Pop Culture: Frank Gehry’s Riotous Ode to Rock ‘n’ Roll(2)
🏛️ Design DNA: Gehry’s Greatest Hits Like Bilbao’s Guggenheim, MoPOP blurs architecture and pop culture. 👴💻 But here, the vibe’s louder—think: Guitar-shaped galleries A “Sound Lab” where visitors mix tracks Costumes from Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Jimi Hendrix 💡 Fun Facts: The museum’s original name? “Experience Music Project”. It rebranded in 2016 to embrace all things pop. 🎤🎮 Gehry designed the building using 3D modeling software—a first for him. At 80, he finally went digital. The Sky Church gallery has a 65-foot-tall LED screen. Concerts here feel otherworldly. 🌌🎤 🚗 Pro Tips: 1️⃣ Audio Tour: Narrated by Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready. His stories make the exhibits sing. 🎧🤘 2️⃣ Scavenger Hunt: Find the “Fender Stratocaster” hidden in the steel. It’s harder than it looks! 🕵️♂️🎸 3️⃣ Rooftop Views: Climb to the outdoor deck for a Space Needle + MoPOP selfie. Seattle’s skyline never looked cooler. 🌆🤳 Final Thoughts: MoPOP isn’t just a museum—it’s Gehry’s love letter to rebellion. From its riotous colors to its guitar-shaped halls, it’s a monument to the chaos and creativity of pop culture. Whether you’re a rock historian or a casual listener, this building will leave you amped. 🤘🔊 Bonus Trivia: The museum’s “Infinite Worlds of Science Fiction” exhibit includes props from Star Trek and Blade Runner. Geek out responsibly. 🚀📺 #MoPOP #RockAndRoll #MuseumGoals 🏛️🎸