Washington State History Museum Local History & Culture

Tour Washington History

1911 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma,
WA, 98402
United States
Phone No. +1 888 238 4373
Visit Websitehttp://www.wshs.org
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Overview

Located in Tacoma, about 30 miles south of Seattle, this museum lets you explore the history of the state. Multimedia exhibits allow you to take an interactive look at the lifestyles and culture of the native inhabitants and of the settlers who followed. Visit a Salish plant house and take a video trip down the mighty Columbia River.

Open Hours

Mo to We from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM, Fr to Su from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM, Th from 10:00 AM to 08:00 PM

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Very nice!by Yahoo | 2007-08-13 16:10:41 |

I brought my nephew to do museum, and it was great because they give a paper for kids to go on a treasure hunt - my nephew got all excited, and we spent a long time looking at all the stuff and learning about Washington a little bit more. There is a place for kids there, where they can play on the computer, etc. It is a great way to learn!

Exceptional Historical Resourceby Yahoo | 2004-09-07 19:02:02 |

This multifaceted institution provides a broad overview of Washington State History with excellent permanent exhibits, traveling exhibits, and interactive learning for children and curious adults. Western and Eastern Washington, despite their marked differences in climate and geography, are both well represented.On the top floor a huge model railroad exhibit memorializes the area's railroading past. It is fascinating for model rail buffs as well as those interested in history.Rotating exhibits are varied, from Hillary on Everest to Native American Heritage.A recent visitor to Tacoma from New York saw this Museum first and decided to spend all day at it; seems like a good recommendation. The rest of the small group split their time between WSHM, the Tacoma Art Museum, and their other favorite, the International Museum of Glass, which are all a short walk away.