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7 Museums to Visit for FREE on First Thursdays

One magic day a month, families can explore local museums without paying admission.

One magic day a month, families can explore local museums without paying admission. Since your expectations won't be dictated by cost, you can relax and dive into an exhibit you've been meaning to try or explore an artist who piqued your fancy. We can't wait to hear what you discover.

 

Museum of History and Industry, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 

Seattle Art Museum, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Special exhibits are half price)

Henry Art Gallery, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Also free on Sundays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Living Computers Museum + Labs, 5 to 8 p.m.

Northwest African American Museum, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Museum of Flight, 5 to 9 p.m.

Wing Luke Museum, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

And one on First Fridays: Bellevue Arts Museum, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

 

Editor's note: Updated June 1, 2018

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