Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
DON'T MISS…
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Film & TV exhibit
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Main atrium
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Periscope
PRACTICALITIES
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MAP
206-324-1126
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860 Terry Ave N
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adult/child under 14yr $14/free
10am-5pm, to 8pm Thu
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Lake Union Park
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Exhibits
The big eye-catcher as you walk in is a 1919 Boeing airplane hanging from the roof
(the first commercial Boeing ever made). Indeed, the name 'Boeing' looms large over
the whole museum, along with numerous other Seattle icons (Starbucks, Rainier beer,
grunge). In the city that produced Microsoft, there is no shortage of interactive exhibits
to enjoy (kids will have a ball), including a photo and comment booth, touchscreen TVs
and an opportunity to explore railroad history by banging large mallets on railway
sleepers. With so many artifacts to call upon, exhibits can change regularly, although
the museum's overriding sentiment remains constant: an unashamed celebration of
Seattle's short but action-packed history.
Upper Floors
In the upper-floor rooms, the exhibits unfold chronologically using various themes to
paint a multilayered portrait of the city. Highlights include the 1889 Great Fire, the
