Museums in Seattle

Located on the University of Washington campus, the Burke Museum is the oldest public museum in Washington state. It focuses profoundly on the natural history and cultural heritage of the Pacific Northwest.

Located right next to the Space Needle, this breathtaking exhibit showcases the studio glass of Dale Chihuly. The exhibit includes eight galleries, a centerpiece Glasshouse, and a lush garden where giant, colorful glass sculptures blend with nature.

Located south of downtown at King County International Airport (Boeing Field), this is the largest independent, non-profit air and space museum in the world. It provides an awe-inspiring look at the history of aviation and space exploration.

Located within the Seattle Center, the Pacific Science Center is a dynamic, family-friendly museum dedicated to igniting curiosity in science, math, and technology through highly interactive exhibits.

Located in downtown Seattle, SAM is the city's premier fine arts museum. Its expansive collection spans thousands of years, featuring notable works in Native American, African, Oceanic, Asian, and modern contemporary art.

Located in the visually striking Naval Reserve Armory building on the edge of Lake Union, MOHAI offers a deep, interactive dive into Seattle's evolution from a wilderness outpost to a global hub of tech and aviation.

MoPOP is a spectacular, Frank Gehry-designed museum dedicated to contemporary popular culture. It explores the history and impact of music, science fiction, fantasy, horror, and video games through immersive, interactive exhibits.

Located in the historically Scandinavian neighborhood of Ballard, this visually striking museum is dedicated to the heritage, culture, and art of the five Nordic countries and their emigrants' impact on the Pacific Northwest.