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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
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 – 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.
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
- 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). On the first Thursday of the month, all permanent exhibits are free."
- 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)."
- 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 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.
- 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.
