Museums

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Syttende Mai Parade – Seattle Things to Do #929

Hipp- Hipp – Hurra! Syttende Mai Parade is here! May 17th, or Norwegian Constitution Day is a day to celebrate and Ballard has been hosting this festival since 1974. This year’s event is full of more fun than ever.

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STEM: Science Uncorked – Seattle Things to Do #897

Here’s a nifty way to enjoy that glass of wine – at the Pacific Science Center! That’s right, in their series “Science with a Twist” they’re turning the wine bottle upside down and getting science with it.

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Olympic Sculpture Park – Seattle Things to Do #877

Situated at the north end of downtown Seattle, the juxtaposition of the Olympic Sculpture Park’s (a part of the Seattle Art Museum) larger-than-life artwork amid the backdrop of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains is a sight worth seeing.

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Seattle Metropolitan Police Museum – Seattle Things to Do #871

The men and women in blue who patrol our city and keep our neighborhoods safe have a long and storied history, and a museum to show for it! Founded in 1997 and located in Pioneer Square, the Seattle Metropolitan Police Museum is committed to educating the public on Seattle’s police, and King County’s Sheriff’s department.

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Maneki Neko Exhibit: Bellevue Arts Museum – Seattle Things to Do #860

In need of some good luck? Bellevue Arts Museum newest exhibit features more than 150 Beckoning Cats – the common Japanese figurine believed to bring good luck and fortune to individuals and businesses alike.

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ZOOM @ BAM – Seattle Things to Do #839

The Bellevue Arts Museum never ceases to amaze in its eclectic choices, and the upcoming Zoom exhibit is no exception. Focused on Italian design and the role photographers

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The Art of Video Games – Seattle Things to Do #823

Here’s a museum experience that will appeal to kids of all ages: the Experience Music Project’s (EMP) The Art of Video Games exhibition.

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MOHAI History Short Film Competition – Seattle Things to Do #821

We’re a big fan of MOHAI (The Museum of History & Industry) as they offer an interesting and diverse history of Seattle, the Puget Sound, and the nation. In its 3rd year, MOHAI is hosting a short film competition entitled “History is _____”. From the novice to the experienced, all film makers are invited to [...]

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European Masters at the SAM – Seattle Things to Do #817

Exploring the incredible art of European Masters just got a little easier, thanks to the Seattle Art Museum.  European Masters: The Treasures of Kenwood House and European Masters: Treasures of Seattle, two extensive and diverse collections, are both on exhibit now.

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Nordic Heritage Museum Bad Art? Exhibit – Seattle Things to Do #795

TheNordic Heritage Museum is a hidden little gem in Ballard– dedicated to exhibiting artwork, preserving Scandinavian history and providing cultural experiences. Its most recent exhibit: Bad Art? 1,000 Birch Board Pictures from Sweden showcases more than 1,000 mixed-media works featuring what began as simple tourist souvenirs.

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