History Museum
Washington State History Museum
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.
Exhibits
Events & Programs
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Gallery Talk
11
History Speaks
19
Free Third Thursday
21
Model Train Festival
25
Christmas
03
Gallery Talk
04
History & Culture of the Flight Attendant
08
History Speaks
16
Free Third Thursday
20
Honoring the Dream
28
Volunteer Orientation
07
Gallery Talk
08
Documentary Presentation
12
History Speaks
20
Scholarly Selection
20
Free Third Thursday
07
Gallery Talk
12
History Speaks
20
Free Third Thursday
22
Author Presentation
17
Free Third Thursday
15
Free Third Thursday
19
Free Third Thursday
17
Free Third Thursday
21
Free Third Thursday
18
Free Third Thursday
16
Free Third Thursday
20
Free Third Thursday
18
Free Third Thursday
15
Free Third Thursday
Museum Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| 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.
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
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 |