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Free First Thursdays

  • Pioneer Square 311 1/2 Occidental Ave S Seattle, WA (map)

On the first Thursday of each month, several museums in Seattle offer free admission as part of the "Free First Thursday" program.

This allows visitors to explore museums without paying an entry fee:

  • Seattle Art Museum (tickets available online and onsite)

  • Seattle Asian Art Museum

  • National Nordic Museum (must be reserved in advance online)

  • Museum of History and Industry (from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. only)

  • Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture

  • Museum of Flight (from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. only; no reservation required)

  • Volunteer Park Conservatory (also on the first Saturday of every month; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days)

  • The Washington Park Arboretum Free Walking Tour (on first Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. starting at the Graham Visitors Center; no preregistration necessary.)

  • Seattle Japanese Garden (entry is from noon until 45 minutes before the closing time of 5:00 p.m.)

Participating museums and hours vary each month so it’s best to research or call before visiting.

See Secret Seattle's article for an extended list of museums participating in Free First Thursdays and tips on visiting.

See all participating museums

This is a community event and not affiliated with SEATTLE CREATES.

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