Any space traveler worth his mettle must visit the Greenwood Space Travel Co. retail outlet store, located in Seattle at 8414 Greenwood Ave N, just south of the intersection of Greenwood Ave North and 85th Street. We are easily reached on the #5 and #48 Metro lines.
Our usual store hours are:
MONDAY - 12NOON to 6PM
TUESDAY - 12NOON to 6PM
WEDNESDAY - 12NOON to 6PM
THURSDAY - 12NOON to 6PM
FRIDAY - 12NOON to 6PM
SATURDAY - 10AM to 6PM
Please note: All hours herein listed are referential and are not intended to be fixed, actual, accurate, or definite. Subject to change at any time, either via forward chronological alteration or reverse chronological observation. All calculations are based on Earth standard time measurement and are not applicable to any other locales. In other words, we occasionally close early. It is best to call us to confirm that we are open – 206-725-2625.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who created Greenwood Space Travel Supply Co.?
The Greenwood Space Travel Supply Co. was conceived of and built starting in 2005, under the creative guidance of Paul Hughes, Jill Lightner, and Bethany Jean Clement. The following human beings have volunteered countless hours of their precious time to create something nearly literally out of this world—all to benefit 826 Seattle. Kudos to them, indeed.
STORE CONCEPT AND IDENTITY
Thad Boss (storefront, packaging, and signage designer) began his design career in London in 1994. In 2001, he established Studio Rayolux, a strategy-based graphic design and branding firm.
Paul Hughes (“the store guy,” chief project manager, consigliore, and diplomat) is a professional writer and producer.
Jill Lightner (without whom we would have no products, no store, and not nearly so many clever labels) is a freelance writer specializing in food and cooking, and is the co-producer of Seattle's Edible Book Festival.
Justin Allan (current store manager, art director, designer, writer) is the only paid staff member on this entire list. He is responsible for day-to-day management of the Greenwood Space Travel Supply Co, guiding the host of volunteer designers and writers, sourcing and brainstorming new products, as well as designing and writing copy for the occasional product. www.justinallan.com
STORE PACKAGING – DESIGN AND COPYWRITING
Spencer Charles (designer - Map of the Known Universe) hails from the exotic Untamed Territory of Utah (Salt Lake City Zone), where he attends university under full scholarship and plays in a band (Lord Mandrake).
Bethany Jean Clement (copywriter, editor) is a human being native to Seattle. A freelance writer and editor of the highest possible quality, her weekly column may be found in The Stranger.
Rob Lightner (concepts, copywriting) is a professional copywriter.
Tim Sanders (forms and diagrams, copywriting, humor) is a designer, copywriter, and playwright. timsandersdesign.com.
Karin Snelson (copywriting) is a freelance writer, editor, and children's book reviewer in Seattle, currently serving on the American Library Association's Notable Children's Books committee (2004–2006).
Laura Williams (label design, RestTime line) is a graphic designer who recently journeyed from Atlanta to Seattle.
Donica Ida (product design – design intern) Donica, a design and photography student at the University of Washington, is responsible for the design of several products including the GSTS Deluxe Tee-Shirt
Riga Sutakul (product design – design intern) Riga is a recent graduate of Art Institute of Seattle.
Julie-Anne Bork (product and book design – design intern). Julia Anne is a recent graduate from Seattle Central Community College. Her design for the book Marcovaldo, by Italo Calvino, won Best in Show at the Bookbuilders West Design Competition. More of her work can be found at http://www.1000pencils.com.
Katie Pickard (product design) Katie is a recent graduate of Seattle Pacific University.
Paul Barrett (product design) – Paul is a designer living and working in Seattle. http://paulbarrett.net/
Jessixa Bagley (design and illustration) graduated from Cornish College of the Arts in 2004 with a BFA in painting and printmaking. In 2007, Jessixa was a selected winner for New American Paintings magazine's Pacific Coast competition. www.jessixa.com
David Laskey (book design and illustration) has created a number of critically acclaimed comic books, including a nine page mini-adaptation of Joyce's Ulysses, eight issues of Boom Boom Comics, two issues of the award-nominated Urban Hipster, and numerous short comics for anthologies such as Kramers Ergot and The Best American Comics 2006.
Jeff Friederichsen (product design) is a designer and illustrator living in Seattle. http://jeffdashf.com/
Julia Littlefield (book design) has been involved with 826 Seattle for several years.
Jacob Covey (book design) is the Art Director and Lead Designer at the esteemed Fantagraphic Books publishing house. http://www.unflown.com/index.html
Chris Klink (book design) is a recent graduate from Seattle Central Community College.
VIDEO INSTALLATION
Gabe Kean (video installation and store construction) creates award-winning experiences that combine art, design, and interactivity for museums and cultural institutions. Gabe is also the executive director of Born (www.bornmagazine.org), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the evolution of collaborative arts. (More information at www.gabekean.com.)
Webster Crowell (interior set design and construction – video) is an animator by training. He's currently collaborating with the Department of Municipal Rocketry (www.rocketmen.org) and preparing for a groundbreaking new short film. More information at www.panicbuttonpictures.com.
EQUATIONS
John Brandt (equations and salvage), 826 Seattle’s resident rocket scientist, received his formal training in aerospace engineering at Arizona State University and the University of Illinois.
Peter Julian (equations) cut his teeth in Albuquerque, NM, but now resides in Seattle, WA.
INTERACTIVE (Space Certification Station)
Randy Moss (mastermind interactive) creates interactive environments. He has created products for Electronic Arts, Sega, Ofoto, and Motorola. More information at www.rmoss.com.
Geoffrey Heller is currently the director of software development for Speakeasy Broadband.
That’s amazing! I am an artist and/or writer and I would love to donate my time and skills. How can I help?
First, sign up to be a volunteer at www.826seattle.org. We will invite you to an orientation and tell you all about 826 Seattle and the many ways you can help. Depending on your interests, skills, and availability we will contact you and arrange to get you involved.
But I don’t live in Seattle and my spaceship is broken. Can I still help?
Yes. Please email Justin at justin@826seattle.org. Include a resume and design samples, a portfolio, or a link to work samples.
I am a design student and am interested in interning at Greenwood Space Travel Supply Co. or 826 Seattle. Do you accept interns?
Yes. Please email Justin at justin@826seattle.org. Include a resume and design samples, a portfolio, or a link to work samples.
All internships are unpaid and require a thirteen-week commitment, of twelve to fifteen hours a week; a portion of the work can be done from home, but we require you work in-office for a minimum of eight hours a week. Most local colleges will grant credit for design internships (please consult your faculty adviser) and we are happy to complete any required paperwork.
Do you have any other stores?
Greenwood Space Travel Supply Co. and 826 Seattle are part of 826 National, a nation-wide organization of writing and tutoring centers fronted by unique stores. Our sister stores include the Pirate Supply Store in San Francisco, The Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co., The Echo Park Time Travel Mart in Los Angeles, The Boring Store in Chicago, the Greater Boston Bigfoot Research Institute, and Ann Arbor’s Liberty Street Robot Supply and Repair. |
