History Museum
Washington State History Museum
EXHIBITS | EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
The Washington State History Museum is where fascination and FUN come together! People of all ages can explore and be entertained in an environment where characters from Washington's past speak about their lives. Through interactive exhibits, theatrical storytelling, high-tech displays and dramatic artifacts, learn about our state's unique people and places, as well as their impact on the country and the world.
Please note that we are closed on Friday, July 4 for Independence Day.
Exhibits
Events & Programs
24
Summer Story Time
01
Gallery Talk
07
Summer Story Time
09
IN THE SPIRIT
11
Washington 125
13
History Speaks
16
Exhibit Opening
21
Free Third Thursday
05
Gallery Talk
10
History Speaks
18
Book Discussion
18
Free Third Thursday
27
Exhibit Opening
16
Free Third Thursday
11
Washington 125
20
Free Third Thursday
01
History Speaks
18
Free Third Thursday
15
Free Third Thursday
Museum Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10am-5pm** |
| Wednesday | 10am-5pm |
| Thursday | 10am-5pm* |
| Friday | 10am-5pm |
| Saturday | 10am-5pm |
| Sunday | 10am-5pm |
*On the Third Thursday of each month, the History Museum is open until 8pm with FREE ADMISSION from 2-8pm.
**Summer Hours begin May 27. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the History Museum is also open 10am-5pm on Tuesdays.
Holidays
Open |
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| New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Presidents' Day Veterans' Day Easter Sunday |
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Closed |
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Memorial Day |
Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of inclement weather, the Washington State Historical Society will follow the closure status of the Tacoma Public School District. If TPSD schools are closed, the History Museum will be closed. If the TPSD schools choose a delayed start, the History Museum will operate under normal hours from 10am-5pm, Wednesday-Sunday.
Tacoma Public Schools School Closure Information
Would you like to visit the History Museum, Museum of Glass, and the Tacoma Art Museum? Purchase a Tacoma Museum pass for $25.
Washington State History Museum Conduct Policy
Membership Museum Rates
General Admission |
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| Historical Society Members | FREE |
| Adults (Age 18 and over) | $9.50 |
| Seniors (Age 60 and over) | $7 |
| Students (Ages 6-17 years) | $7 |
| Active Duty & Retired Military (ID required) | $7** |
| Children (Ages 5 and under) | FREE |
Group (at least 15 people)
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| Adults (Age 18 and over) | $8.75 |
| Seniors (Age 60 and over) | $6 |
**Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Active Duty service members and up to five members of their family receive free admission.
Current Discount Admission Promotions:
- Oregon Historical Society members receive free admission to the Washington State History Museum from April 1 - July 31. WSHS members also receive free admission to the Oregon History Museum during this time period. Membership card required.
- 15% Off Admission for AAA Members
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- Up to four discounted regular price adult admissions per membership, per visit
- Not valid during Model Train Festival
- Not valid on the Tacoma Museum Pass
- Members who purchase online must present AAA card at Admissions
FREE ADMISSION FOR MILITARY THIS SUMMER!
Free Admission for Active Duty, Reserve, and Guard service members and up to five members of their family. Military ID required.
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day!