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Billie the Pig

A 700-pound bronze piggy bank and mascot for the Pike Place Market Foundation, Billie the Pig helps raise funds for essential social services within the historic market district.

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Billie the Pig
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What is Billie the Pig known for?

Billie is a 700-pound bronze statue that serves as a fundraiser for social services at Pike Place Market. She also served as the mascot for the Pike Up! campaign, which raised over $9 million for the MarketFront expansion.

Where is Billie the Pig located?

Billie is located at the MarketFront, specifically just outside the pavilion at the MarketFront Sun Deck.

When was Billie the Pig installed?

Billie joined Pike Place Market in 2011 and was installed in honor of Rachel the Piggy Bank's 25th birthday.

How much money does Billie the Pig raise?

Together with Rachel the Piggy Bank, Billie collects approximately $20,000 annually and has raised more than $350,000 over their lifetimes.

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What to know

Billie the Pig is a massive 700-pound bronze statue that serves as a cheerful mascot for the Pike Place Market Foundation. Joining her cousin Rachel in 2011, Billie was installed to celebrate Rachel's 25th birthday and expand the market's fundraising efforts. Together, these two bronze porcine princesses collect approximately $20,000 annually, contributing to a total of over $350,000 raised for social service agencies in the market community. Beyond her role as a collector, Billie played a pivotal role in the market's growth. She served as the official mascot for the Pike Up! campaign, a fundraising effort that raised more than $9 million to fund the MarketFront expansion. This expansion allowed the market to grow its footprint and offer new public spaces for visitors. Today, Billie sits proudly just outside the pavilion at the MarketFront Sun Deck. From this vantage point, she greets visitors as they enjoy panoramic views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Her presence marks a transition from the bustling market stalls to the open-air vistas of the waterfront.

Visitor tips

  • Bring a small amount of change or currency from around the world to donate to the market's social services.
  • Visit the MarketFront Sun Deck to enjoy the panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound.
  • If you are looking for the first pig, Rachel, find her beneath the Market's neon clock sign at First Ave and Pike St.

Nearby context

Billie is located on the MarketFront expansion, providing a scenic overlook of the waterfront. She is the second of two bronze pigs at Pike Place Market, with her cousin Rachel located beneath the Public Market Center clock and sign at the corner of Pike Street and Pike Place.

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