MOHAI Programs

MOHAI Programs includes Public Programs, History Café, the MOHAI Mercantile Literary Series, First Thursday, Director's Fellowship, Denny Lecture Series, Summer Nights on the Terrace, Everyday Heroes, and Al Young Educator of the Year. Activities listed include educational events open to the public, discussion about local history with MOHAI and HistoryLink, Q&As, presentations, hands-on demonstrations from local creators, and access to Bezos Center for Innovation, Kid-Struction Zone, True Northwest: The Seattle Journey, and Maritime Seattle during First Thursday. Summer Nights on the Terrace is a family-friendly rooftop happy hour with reduced admission, live music, and views of Lake Union.

Programs

• Public Programs — Ongoing educational events open to the public. Use the link below to browse upcoming events.
• History Café — Third Wednesday of the month · Discussion about local history with MOHAI and HistoryLink.
• MOHAI Mercantile Literary Series — Q&As, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations from local creators.
• First Thursday — First Thursday of every month, 5:00-8:00 pm · Free admission and access to Bezos Center for Innovation, Kid-Struction Zone, True Northwest: The Seattle Journey, and Maritime Seattle.
• Director's Fellowship — Explore founding-era documents and connect them to the Pacific Northwest and to local historical and contemporary moments and movements.
• Denny Lecture Series — Learn about some of the most influential topics in Seattle and Puget Sound history.
• Summer Nights on the Terrace — Between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm · Family-friendly rooftop happy hour, reduced admission, live music, and views of Lake Union.
• Everyday Heroes — MOHAI recognizes the people and organizations who make the community stronger.
• Al Young Educator of the Year — Yearly tradition recognizing an educator who personifies excellence in education.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• General schedule: MOHAI hosts a variety of award-winning youth and adult public programs; many programs offer ongoing, educational events open to the public.

About the provider

MOHAI was founded in 1911. It is accredited by The Alliance of American Museums and is a Smithsonian Affiliate. The museum says its programs are award-winning. It also collaborates with community partners on local events and activities and seeks to create a forum for people of different cultures, backgrounds, and abilities.

What families say

“Have fun learning about the history and innovation of the Puget Sound area.” — Seattle's Child

“Highlighting innovation and education, MOHAI enriches lives by sharing the individual and collective stories of our communities.” — Seattle's Child

“The MOHAI is a must see for any Seattleite.” — EverOut

Last updated October 23, 2026.