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Monday 10am - 5pm Tuesday 10am - 5pm Wednesday 10am - 5pm Thursday 10am - 8pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 10am - 5pm

Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI)

Name: Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI)
Address: 860 Terry Avenue N, Seattle, WA, 98109, US
Telephone: (206) 324-1126
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Exploring the past, understanding the present, and inspiring a better future. We are constantly changing, moving as we do, growing as we build. Every word.

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Seattle is our place. True, the landscape is dotted with icons of our history; the Rainier R, the original Starbucks sign, the Lincoln Toe truck. But when you think of Seattle’s history, don’t just think about the past. Watc

h our future unfold. You are creating Seattle. Every idea. MOHAI is the epicenter of this growth. It’s the quintessential experience of what was built and where we’re going. MOHAI is a place to explore Seattle. As we grow, with all we create, speak, read, write and learn, history inspires more history. MOHAI is an inspiration of original thought, supported with hundreds of years of practice.

09/01/2026

Before Chihuly Garden and Glass, there was the Fun Forest! 🎡

For generations of Seattle kids, Seattle Center was the place to ride roller coasters, play carnival games and take a spin on rides like the Paratrooper, pictured here. Also known as the Parachute or Umbrella Ride, it sent young riders soaring while adults watched from below.
What’s your favorite memory of the Fun Forest?

📸:Children riding Paratrooper at Fun Forest, Seattle Center, September 1965, MOHAI, Seattle Post-Intelligencer Collection, 1986.5.7776.1, photo by Robert H. Miller

08/31/2026

Last chance to experience The Beautiful Game: How Soccer Connects Us All!

Leaving MOHAI September 7, The Beautiful Game celebrates soccer’s universal ability to spark joy, connection, and community. The exhibit features emotionally rich photographs from Magnum Photos. In addition to the global photographs, a selection of photographs from MOHAI’s collection will showcase local soccer and what makes Seattle a hub for this international sport. Learn more and plan your visit ➞ https://bit.ly/4zjUA81

08/28/2026

Spend your Saturday with us! Join MOHAI on Saturday, August 29 at 1–3 pm for Meet the Curator: Reframing Seattle’s Southeast Asian Histories.

Join the curator of the exhibit Reframing Seattle’s Southeast Asian Histories, Thanh Tan for an afternoon of music, memory, and connection. Hear the soundtrack of Southeast Asian life in Washington after the war — on vinyl, VHS, and cassette, all spun by SEA Vinyl Society! Explore the exhibit together and share your memories and reflections with oral history recordings by the King County Memory Lab. Bring your family, share your stories and join us for an interactive experience celebrating the histories that mainstream headlines once overlooked. Learn more ➞ https://bit.ly/4gmiw1L

08/27/2026

Seattle historian Paul Dorpat spent decades helping us see our city in new ways through his beloved “Now & Then” column.

Join us this Sunday, August 30, at MOHAI for a public memorial celebrating Paul’s life and legacy. The evening begins at 6:30 pm, with the program starting promptly at 7 pm. Seating is limited to the first 300 guests. Can’t join us in person? A link is available to watch the livestream starting at 6 pm. https://bit.ly/3SY7h80

We hope you’ll join us in remembering a true Seattle original.

08/25/2026

Cheers to Summer Nights on the Terrace! ☀️

Join us at MOHAI on August 27 for an all-ages happy hour from 4–8 pm. Enjoy reduced admission to the museum, music, and gorgeous views of Lake Union. Bring your friends, soak up the summer, and make a night of it! Reserve your spot ➞https://bit.ly/4cDX1sa

08/24/2026

Come aboard the SS Virginia V this week!

Continue the America’s 250 celebration at MOHAI on a special evening cruise aboard the historic Virginia V on August 26. Discover the story of the legendary Mosquito Fleet and explore how Seattle’s waterways helped shape the Pacific Northwest. Reserve your tickets ➞ https://bit.ly/4cmGZml

08/21/2026

25,000+ guests. 18 days. One unforgettable experience.

Thank you for making Freedom Plane National Tour a memorable exhibit at MOHAI! The historic documents may be gone, but there’s always more to discover. Head to MOHAI.ORG and explore our current exhibits, programs, and events!

08/20/2026

New Event Alert! Join MOHAI on Saturday, August 29 at 1–3 pm for Meet the Curator: Reframing Seattle’s Southeast Asian Histories.

Join the curator of the exhibit Reframing Seattle’s Southeast Asian Histories, Thanh Tan for an afternoon of music, memory, and connection. Hear the soundtrack of Southeast Asian life in Washington after the war — on vinyl, VHS, and cassette, all spun by SEA Vinyl Society! Explore the exhibit together and share your memories and reflections with oral history recordings by the King County Memory Lab. Bring your family, share your stories and join us for an interactive experience celebrating the histories that mainstream headlines once overlooked. Learn more ➞ https://bit.ly/4gmiw1L

08/19/2026

On this day in Seattle history!

On Aug. 19, 1978, the Burke-Gilman Trail officially opened, connecting Seattle’s Gas Works Park to Kenmore along a former railroad corridor.
The trail was the result of years of community advocacy, including a 1971 hike-in and rally that drew more than 2,000 people. Today, the Burke-Gilman stretches 18.8 miles from Ballard to Bothell.

📸: Burke Gilman Trail hike, Seattle, 1971, Museum of History & Industry Collection, 1986.5.55062.2, photo by Tom Barlet

08/18/2026

Summer Nights on the Terrace is Back at MOHAI! 😎

Join us on August 20 for an all-ages happy hour from 4–8 pm. Enjoy reduced admission to MOHAI exhibits, music by DJ Sharadawn and beautiful views of Lake Union. Come soak up summer with us! Reserve your spot ➞ https://bit.ly/3UEoLqk

Address

860 Terry Avenue N
Seattle, WA
98109

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 8pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

(206) 324-1126

Website

http://www.mohai.org/

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