A Lifelong Dedication to Art: The Legacy of Thomas Walker Barwick Thomas Walker Barwick, born in Seattle in 1929 and passing away in 2022, was more than just a supporter of the arts; he was a catalyst for cultural enrichment within the Pacific Northwest. His nearly five decades of unwavering commitment to the Seattle art scene transformed institutions like the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) into vibrant centers of artistic exploration. While his professional life centered around insurance, it was his passion for art—cultivated alongside his wife, Ann—that defined his enduring legacy. Barwick wasn’…