Built for the Century 21 Exposition in 1962, Seattle’s monorail was more than just a ride - it was a bold statement of futuristic ambition. With its sleek design and elevated track, it complemented the newly built Space Needle and echoed the same modernist style as Disney’s monorails in California. Together, they offered a preview of a world where transportation was fast, stylish, and visionary. More than sixty years later, Seattle’s monorail is still flying above the city like a living artifact, although it never quite lived up to the expectations of its time.