The clean and reasonably priced Great Northern Hotel is the setting for many scenes throughout all three seasons of Twin Peaks. Artist Steven Rhodes continues his 30th Anniversary tribute to iconic places from the wonderful and strange town with new artwork released on Society6.
Every print in this collection, was hand-selected by David Lynch. In addition to art prints, these designs will also be available on a number of accessories, home decor, wall art and more.
Check back every day for a brand new Twin Peaks-inspired design.
JUNE 12 – STEVEN RHODES
The fourth print in Steven’s series reminds me of a vintage travel sign for the small town of Twin Peaks. The image includes the hotel’s sign and a look at it perched above White Tail Falls (also known as Snoqualmie Falls).
THE LODGE AND FALLS
According to the “Twin Peaks Access Guide to the Town,” the Great Northern Hotel is located on Great Northern Highway above White Tail Falls.
In reality, The Salish Lodge & Spa, located at 6501 Railroad Ave in Snoqualmie, Washington, sits above Snoqualmie Falls. The hotel exteriors were captured at this location, while the interiors were shot at either Kiana Lodge (Pilot Episode) or on a set in southern California.
This Setting the Stage article provides a really great look at all of the hotel’s exterior scenes.
Built in 1916, the hotel began as an eight-room inn – The Snoqualmie Falls Lodge. The building was completely remodeled and reopened as The Salish Lodge in 1988. Today, it is owned by the Snoqualmie Tribe who purchased the property from the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe in November 2019.
My wife and I stayed at The Salish Lodge for our one-year wedding anniversary in October 2019. We both loved the level of service, stunning accommodations and excellent dining. The hotel is also dog friendly, so our small Mexican Chihuahua loved joining us on our adventure. It’s THE place we can’t wait to visit again as soon as this strange time is over.
THE HOTEL SIGN
The Great Northern Hotel sign only appears in four episodes – the pilot, 1003, 2005, and 2018.
According to the Twin Peaks Props website, the original was sold via eBay on August 7, 2017.
Today, the Salish Lodge & Spa sign occupies the same space but it’s surrounded by landscaping.
THE PRODUCTS
Similar to previous releases, Steven’s artwork is available as prints – individual, canvas, framed and metal. An acrylic box was added for this release, which would make for a perfect spot to place keys sporting a Great Northern Hotel keychain.
THE ARTIST
Steven said his artwork for this collection “came from a place of great love for Twin Peaks ever since I watched it many, many years ago.”
You may recognize Steven’s retro-inspired style from other items he’s created for Threadless, Spencer’s, Wicked Clothes, Hot Topic and more. Follow him on Instagram (@StevenRhodesArt) and check out his website.
His other Twin Peaks prints are still available for sale on Society6’s website.
30-DAY COUNTDOWN
We are approaching the half-way point for this month-long celebration of Twin Peaks on Society6. I can’t wait to see all the circles completed at the end of June.
