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Wednesday, September 19, 2018
6:30 – 8:30 pm

History Café: Seattle’s Freeway Revolt

Seattle would be a very different city today were it not for the citizen activists who opposed plans calling for a dense network of freeways traversing and girdling the city. A coalition of activists, representing communities from Mt. Baker to Lake City...

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Saturday, September 22, 2018
1 pm

Race: The Al Young Story

Enjoy a special screening of Race: The Al Young Story. Find out how local legend Al Young broke stereotypes to become the first Asian American world champion drag racer, overcoming a learning disability in the process. Join Al Young for this special...

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Tuesday, September 25, 2018
6:30 – 8:30 pm

ENGAGE: Put it On the Ballot

Learn more about the city we call home and how our civic past shapes our present. Meet new people and gain the tools to create change from some of our region’s most inspiring leaders. Explore the unique history and present-day opportunities provided...

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Thursday, September 27, 2018
7 – 8:30 pm

Community Conversation: The Reality of Fake News

Accusations of “fake news” have dominated the national news cycle for the last two years. Misinformation runs rampant on social media and erodes the public’s trust in traditional media. This is not a new problem. Political distortion of truth characterizes much of...

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Saturday, September 29, 2018
12 – 3 pm

Maker Day: Shadow Puppets

Come create shadow puppets with artist and puppeteer Dustin Curtis, then put on a shadow play of your own invention! MOHAI Maker Days explore what it takes to be an innovator. Join us on the last Saturday of each month for a...

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Tuesday, October 2, 2018
6:30 – 8:30 pm

Taking Action: The Reality of Fake News

How do you spot fake news? What can you do to stop the spread of fake news stories? In this evening, drop-in program, start taking action in response to September’s Community Conversation: The Reality of Fake News. Food and drink will be...

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Wednesday, October 3, 2018
5 – 7:30 pm

Flu Shot Clinic

Protect yourself and your community against the flu! Join locally-owned Bartell Drugs and MOHAI for the opportunity to get your flu shot. Please bring your insurance card; those without insurance coverage will receive a voucher. The South Lake Café will be open during...

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Wednesday, October 3, 2018
6 – 7:30 pm

Coughs and Sneezes Spread Diseases: The Spanish Flu Pandemic

The Spanish Flu outbreak of 1918 claimed more lives than the battles of World War I. Learn the story of this deadly epidemic (and what we can do to prevent the spread of the flu today) with this evening of family-friendly crafts,...

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Saturday, October 6, 2018
10 am – 2 pm

Fire Day at MOHAI

Your firefighters-in-training will love everything about this family-friendly event, co-presented with the Seattle Fire Department. Try on gear, learn fire safety tips and tricks, and even climb aboard a real working fire engine! Kids can also explore hands-on artifacts and historic fire...

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Wednesday, October 17, 2018
5 – 6:30 pm

BookMarked Seattle: Book Club and Zine Launch

Join the MOHAI Youth Advisors (MYA) for BookMarked Seattle, a book club for teens! We will be discussing the first round of books and celebrating the release of the BookMarked Seattle zine, a showcase of youth art & writing edited by MYA....

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Saturday, October 20, 2018
11 am

Behind the Seams: Fashion During World War I

Peek into MOHAI’s textile collection and view treasures rarely seen. World War I had a massive impact on every corner of European and American society, including what people wore. From 1914 to 1918, the last vestiges of the Edwardian era were swept away...

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Friday, November 2, 2018
5:30 – 9:30 pm

2018 History Makers Gala

Join us for MOHAI’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and a fashion-themed extravaganza to celebrate the upcoming exhibit, Seattle Style: Fashion/Function. This special event raises vital support for MOHAI’s exhibits and programs, including our K-12 education curriculum which serves almost 30,000 students...

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Friday, November 9, 2018
6:30 – 9 pm

WW1 America Member Celebration

Join MOHAI as we launch our WW1 America Armistice Centennial Commemoration weekend! Members and friends are invited to this after-hours reception at the museum. Explore the WW1 America exhibit and spend the evening uncovering the extraordinary stories of Americans during a turbulent...

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Ongoing Programs

Denny Lecture

Learn about some of the most influential topics in Seattle and Puget Sound history.

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History Café

Join a monthly conversation uncovering unique Seattle stories relevant to a changing community.

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Seattle 10

Seattle and Puget Sound companies are pushing the boundaries of innovation and inspiring the future.

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MOHAI Youth Advisors

MOHAI Youth Advisors (MYA) is a place for high school students to investigate, explore, and be empowered to create a more teen-friendly museum.

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miniMOHAI

Drop by MOHAI in the summer for hands-on experiences made for the littlest learners and families.

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Maker Days

Tinker, experiment, and create alongside some of Seattle’s most innovative makers.

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Exploration and Innovation Packs

Kids ages 3–10 use Exploration and Innovation Packs to go on a journey through MOHAI and investigate history in fun new ways.

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Fashion History

What defines Seattle’s style? Unveil local trends and fashion during lectures and viewings.

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MOHAI Community Conversations

Discuss topics with peers about the greatest issues facing Seattle, King County, Puget Sound, and Washington State.

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Summer Camps

Spend summers with MOHAI and go adventuring!

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History Makers Gala

Help make history and support Puget Sound’s communities. Each fall, the History Makers Gala celebrates MOHAI’s accomplishments of that year and toasts the Educator of the Year, while raising support for upcoming education and programming activities.

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What’s Next: Innovation Breakfast

From products and services, music and airplanes, to medicine and social wellbeing, the ideas cultivated here in Seattle have had a global impact.

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BookMarked Seattle: Finding Your Place in Seattle’s Story

What’s YOUR Seattle story? Seattle holds a different story for every one of us. To explore the complicated and multifaceted history of this city, the MOHAI Youth Advisors are launching a book club and kicking it off with an art and writing...

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