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Photo courtesy of Loren Javier
Museum of History and Industry
Type: Attractions, Cultural Venues, Family Friendly, History Museums, Museums, Science Museums
10Best Says
Although an entry fee is typically charged, guests can look into special days/times and events that offer free activities. The Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) is the largest private heritage... Read More
Although an entry fee is typically charged, guests can look into special days/times and events that offer free activities. The Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) is the largest private heritage organization in Washington State, devoted to teaching and preserving the diverse history of Seattle, the Puget Sound region and the country. Its newest venue opened in South Lake Union in a stunning space on the water's edge. Although visitors typically pay an entrance fee, on the first Thursday of each month, general admission to MOHAI's permanent exhibits is free all day. Free admission includes: True Northwest: The Seattle Journey, the Bezos Center for Innovation and a temporary exhibit, too. Be sure to check out free events happening throughout Lake Union Park as well as free museum gatherings like "Fire Day," which takes place on October 1.
Hours:
- Daily 10am-5pm
Admissions:
- Adult $19.95; Senior (62+) $15.95; Student $13.95; Military $13.95; Child (0-14) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Corinne Whiting
Seattle Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "On the first Thursday of each month, general admission to MOHAI's permanent exhibits is free all day. Free admission includes: True Northwest: The Seattle Journey, the Bezos Center for Innovation and the temporary exhibit. Be sure to check out free events happening throughout Lake Union Park."
- 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)."
- 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 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."
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: One of Seattle's newer such gems, the Museum of History and Industry is a visually-appealing, vibrant venue that educates all ages. First Thursdays are free!
- 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.
- 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 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.
