Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI)

Must visit place to know the history of Seattle. Exhibits keep you engaged and informed. Some are permanent exhibits and some rotational. Don’t miss the periscope view on the fourth floor and the Seattle Fire Theater show !

The MOHAI Museum is a great place for tourists, locals and just kids. Here you'll learn about Seattle and be inspired by the innovations that have changed the city. It took us about 2-3 hours to explore the entire museum.

Indeed an excellent museum to visit. It gives a comprehensive trajectory to Seattle’s history and development, from the native people, railroad building, Great Depression, two World Wars, and the most technical booming, I earned a thorough picture of how Seattle comes into the shape it has today from a land only having
forest and water.

Great Museum to understand the roots of the city of seattle. Has an interesting part about the evolution of the city abd its industry and special expositions related to the corporations estabished in its metro area. Fair praice, good service and the park can be greately enjoyed during summer. Highly recommend!

Love this place. Very well done displays, friendly staff and lots of open space to spread out or let the kids run a little bit. The history of Seattle and the northwest is very well documented with pictures and examples. When I was there they had a fantastic Ansel Adams special exhibit that was very well put together. The park area outside surrounding the museum as well as the lake and the center for wooden boats makes for a very enjoyable multi faceted visit.

Suzy and I visited the Museum of History & Industry in Seattle and were thoroughly impressed with its engaging and informative exhibits. The museum's comprehensive collection beautifully showcased the unique history of Seattle and its people, while also highlighting important social issues, such as racial equity. The Seattle history exhibit, in particular, was refreshingly honest in its portrayal of the city's complex past, shedding light on both its successes and struggles. We highly recommend the Museum of History & Industry to anyone interested in learning more about the rich history and culture of Seattle.

I started to visit different museums only a few years ago. Before I didn't understand why people go to museums at all. I think it comes with particular age (it's different for each person).
You can explore Seattle’s story through exhibits and interactive experiences from Native Americans to uniquely Northwest Innovations. It's amazing.

MOHAI is a must-visit for all interested in the history of Seattle . The exhibits are informative and engaging. It’s an educational day out for all .The museum is at South Lake Union neighborhood and the building itself was a historic Naval Reserve Armory.

Awesome museum and great views. Cool exhibits

Lots of fun! Had never been before today, and even as a local, I was surprised by how much I learned! Highly recommend to people who are from the area to learn a bit more about the lands they reside on. Will for sure recommend to out of town guests as well.

I came in on the first Thursday of the month, a free day for everyone. I love everything from this museum, especially the innovation and WWII areas. I learned more about the innovative ideas and solutions not only in Seattle but also in the world. I highly recommend it to anyone. It would help if you visited more than once.

Fantastic place to experience the good, the bad, and the ugly bits of Seattle's history in the colonization of the American West through to modern times. Interactive exhibits throughout are fun for adults and children alike. Rotating gallery exhibits change on a somewhat regular basis as well.

Lot of Who Knew moments here. Great place to see. Stop by the cafe for a soup, salad or a sandwich.

Despite my many visits to Seattle, I had yet to visit so it was great to be able to see the various exhibits covering a wide range of interests. I especially enjoyed having several hands on exhibits as well as interesting displays with lots to see for all ages. It was the type of museum that you need to be sure to allow a good amount of time to see everything!

I recently had the opportunity to visit the MOHAI Museum during their Free Visiting Night and I was absolutely thrilled! The exhibits were truly captivating, showcasing the vibrant history and cultural heritage of the Pacific Northwest with such love and care. The staff were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, making the visit even more enjoyable. The museum was filled with a warm, interactive atmosphere that left me feeling elated and proud to be a part of such a rich community. I particularly loved the interactive exhibits and the breathtaking views of Lake Union from the museum's terrace. I left the museum with a full heart and a deep appreciation for the MOHAI team's dedication to preserving and sharing the history of this wonderful place. I am already looking forward to my next visit and would highly recommend the MOHAI Museum to anyone looking for an enjoyable and educational experience.

Really great spot for both kids and adults. Lots of information presented in ways that are very easy to digest. Lots of little info placards, multimedia formats (videos in mini theaters), touch screen interactions and even a very cool large scale mechanical interaction piece. Highly recommend checking this place out if you want to learn a little bit more about Seattle's history and the progress that has been made to transform this area to the city it is today. It also contains lots of information about the lake which is located nearby which is cool and explains with awesome interactive displays about how the Ballard locks work. Reasonable entrance fee and discounts for students, military, etc. Lots of space to store coats, and lockers for larger items.

A out of expectation museum that is really full of content and Seattle history.
The MOHAI museum collects lots of materials of Seattle history, from cruise, civil activities and economic. Almost all aspects of Seattle history can be discovered here.
There are plenty of interactive exhibitions and devices here, which make the overall experience more engaging.

Definitely a recommended museum near SLU!

What a great museum! Excellent exhibits detailing the traditions and history of the area. It was especially gratifying to see presentations include information about Native Peoples, Blacks, Asians, and Pacific Islanders.
The Gourmando Cafe had a nice selection of fast meals, sandwiches, pastries, and snacks. There was indoor seating. I opted for the cafe tables outside and enjoyed the view of Lake Union.

A fantastic, well organized, perfect example of a museum. Visited before moving here and will still continue to frequent its exhibits. The whole place is an interactive and informative experience. Would 1,000% recommend for families and children 10+

Learned a lot about Seattle's history and you can't beat the views on the dock!

Love!

One of the best museums I've visited in the city. It covers quite a bit more history than I expected and is also very interactive! This is a great place for childless adults or parents with children.

The outside has some cool old boats/ ships as well.

The museum is located in a beautiful park and in an actual safe and walkable part of town!

Lack of parking is the only issue i have with this place.