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.
Exhibits
Events & Programs
17
Free Third Thursday
17
Scholarly Selections
17
Curator-Guided Tour
27
Musical Program
02
Gallery Talk
14
History Speaks
15
Scholarly Selections
15
Free Third Thursday
16
Members Exclusive
17
Exhibit Opening
21
Civil War Pathways
04
Presentation & Tour
06
Gallery Talk
07
2nd Annual Poker Run
11
History Speaks
19
Free Third Thursday
19
Exhibit Opening
21
Annual Meeting
22
Tacoma History Hike
17
Free Third Thursday
09
IN THE SPIRIT
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 |
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