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Museum of History and Industry
Type: Attractions, Cultural Venues, Family Friendly, History Museums, Museums, Science Museums
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The Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), located in vibrant South Lake Union, is a "must" for any first-time Seattle visitor. As the largest private heritage organization in Washington state, the... Read More
The Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), located in vibrant South Lake Union, is a "must" for any first-time Seattle visitor. As the largest private heritage organization in Washington state, the venue is devoted to teaching and preserving the diverse history of Seattle, the Puget Sound region and the country. If you count historic photos and artifacts as art, MOHAI's permanent exhibit "Essential Seattle" is a must-see on any Emerald City arts tour â" from both a photographic and historical perspective. A fun and informative way to learn about Seattle, the display documents the city's history from the day Captain George Vancouver's ship first sailed into Elliott Bay in 1792 to the present, taking visitors through key events that shaped the modern city, with a focus on the fascinating and diverse people and characters that helped shape this unique region.
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Hours:
- Daily 10am-5pm
Admissions:
- Adult $21.95; Senior (62+) $17.95; Student $16.95; Military $16.95; Child (0-14) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Corinne Whiting
Seattle Local Expert
- Best Attractions & Activities: "Spend an entire day wandering the lakeside region where this museum is located; if the weather's nice, go for a paddle at the neighboring Wooden Center for Wooden Boats, or grab lunch at nearby waterfront restaurants (like Cask & Trotter) or a happy hour drink at Eastlake's charming Cicchetti. On the first Thursday of the month, all permanent exhibits are free."
- Things to Do in December: "Kick-off the season at Lake Union Park on November 30 (from 10 a.m. till 5 p.m.), and the MOHAI Model Train Show runs full steam ahead from November 29 through December 1. The museum is open on December 24 and December 31 (but closes early on those days, 2 p.m.). They're closed on Christmas day, but open on New Year's Day. All year-round, spend an entire day wandering the lakeside region where this museum is located; if the weather's nice, go for a paddle at the neighboring Wooden Center for Wooden Boats, or grab lunch at nearby waterfront restaurants (like Cask & Trotter or The White Swan Public House)."
- Museums: "Spend an entire day wandering the lakeside region where this museum is located; if the weather's nice, go for a paddle at the neighboring Wooden Center for Wooden Boats, or grab lunch at nearby waterfront restaurant (like Cask & Trotter or Duke's Chowder House)."
- Family-Friendly Museums: "Spend an entire day wandering the lakeside region where this museum is located; go for a paddle at the neighboring Wooden Center for Wooden Boats, or grab lunch at nearby waterfront restaurants."
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: The fascinating Museum of History and Industry explores the city and region's past, present and future; be sure to save time to explore Lake Union.
- Best for Things to Do in December Because: The Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), located on the edge of scenic Lake Union, is an informative, engaging way to spend a winter day.
- Best for Museums Because: The Museum of History and Industry preserves the diverse history of Seattle and the Puget Sound region. A stunning lakeside setting wows visitors.
- Best for Family-Friendly Museums Because: One of Seattle's newest gems, the Museum of History and Industry is a visually-appealing, vibrant venue that educates all ages.
