About Museum Of History And Industry

The Museum of History and Industry (or MOHAI) is the largest private heritage organization in Washington State. The museum has four million artefacts which focus on the history of the greater Puget Sound area, and Seattle in particular. The speciality of the Museum of History and Industry lies in the way the artifacts are displayed. 

Visitors can have hands-on experience and actually feel the history come alive. This museum is one such museum which even the locals like to visit again and again. Thousands of rare objects and historic images show us how the city was built from scratch. The displays and exhibits here are interactive and attract all age groups. One can get to know legendary stories about men and women who built the city. There are so many temporary exhibits here as well throughout the year. The first commercial aircraft, 1919 Boeing B-1, is displayed by the Faye G. Allen Grand Atrium built by the company. The Walker Specials Exhibits Gallery displays temporary exhibits. About 3 million historic photographs, as well as manuscripts, maps and posters are preserved by Sophie Frye Bass Library, it also provides access to them. This museum also functions as a research department. 

Must See

  • Model train exhibit is a must watch there. Kids will enjoy it
  • Don't miss the presentation on the Seattle fire which plays every 15 minutes
  • The 4th floor includes a working WW II periscope and offers a great view across Lake Union

How to reach

By Bus:

Get to bus number 3 or 4 to reach 5th ave. Walk for 15 minutes to reach the museum. The fare is 2.75 USD.  Distance is 10 km

Tips

  • The cafe is a little costly there, so carrying own food is advisable
  • Carry drinking water with you, you may not find good drinking water here
  • Plan ahead since it takes a lot of time for parking
  • Tickets can be booked online to save time

Visit Time

Sunday:           10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday:           10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday:          10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday:     10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday:         10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday:              10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday:          10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

No

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Per person:                     22 $

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

Scattered Clouds 9.04°C

 

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