Museum of History and Industry, Regional history museum in South Lake Union, Seattle, United States
The Museum of History and Industry displays over four million artifacts and materials focusing on Seattle and the Puget Sound region inside a former Naval Reserve Armory.
The institution originated in 1911 when Morgan and Emily Carkeek organized the first Founder's Day party, leading to the Seattle Historical Society formation in 1914.
The Bezos Center for Innovation within the museum presents exhibits highlighting local technological advancements and regional industrial developments through interactive displays.
The museum welcomes visitors daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering free admission on the first Thursday of each month between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
The museum's Grand Atrium features Boeing's first commercial aircraft, the 1919 Boeing B-1, suspended from the ceiling alongside the illuminated Rainier Brewing sign.
Opening Hours: 10:00-17:00
Phone: +12063241126
Email: information@mohai.org
Website: https://mohai.org
GPS coordinates: 47.62751,-122.33675
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:25
Seattle stretches between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, offering a mix of urban architecture, public spaces and natural areas. This route connects more than thirty stops, from the Space Needle and Pike Place Market to less visited sites like the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks or the Wing Luke Museum. The selection includes museums of contemporary and classical art, historic neighborhoods and waterfront parks. Pike Place Market sits downtown and has operated as a public market since 1907. Chihuly Garden and Glass displays the glasswork of local artist Dale Chihuly. The Museum of Pop Culture, designed by Frank Gehry, covers music, film and video games. Olympic Sculpture Park spans nine acres along the waterfront, combining outdoor sculpture with views across the bay. The Seattle Art Museum holds collections from different continents and periods. The Ballard Locks connect salt water to fresh water and include a fish ladder for migrating salmon. Discovery Park covers 534 acres with trails through forest and meadow, plus beach access. Gas Works Park preserves parts of a former coal gasification plant on Lake Union. The Museum of Flight documents aviation history with more than 175 aircraft and spacecraft. Mount Rainier National Park lies about two hours southeast and features the 14,411-foot (4,392-meter) glaciated volcano.
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