In honor of National Museum Day on Saturday, May 18th, Nantucket Gate Blog is designating this week’s post to three of our favorite museums, right here in Tacoma, WA! Maybe you have been to them already, or maybe it’s the first time you realized that one of these museums existed. Either way, between special temporary exhibits and vast collections, museums always have something to offer that will enrich your life. This Saturday, or any other day this month, consider spending the afternoon at one of the following places:
Washington State History Museum
How familiar are you with the stories that shape how the state of Washington came to be? Thanks to the Washington State History Museum, you have a chance to relive some of the most significant moments from Washington’s past in an educational and entertaining way. Learn more about how this beautiful state has influenced the world through a combination of artifacts, traveling exhibits, and collections from the Historical Society.
Tacoma Art Museum
If you haven’t yet been to the Tacoma Art Museum, now is the perfect time to make the trip. Specializing in art collections from Northwest artists, this museum spotlights local history and talent through stunning visual art from all mediums. Check out the daily schedule to find out when you can have a guided tour through the museum to see the most significant works it has to offer. If you can’t make it on National Museum Day this year, consider going on a Thursday evening when admission is free!
Children’s Museum of Tacoma
For anyone looking for activities to do with children this National Museum Day, don’t forget about the Children’s Museum of Tacoma. One of the founding principles of this establishment is play; according to their website, they believe that “play is the elemental component of children’s learning.” Each area of the museum features age-appropriate “playscapes” to help children develop in virtually all areas of life, including social and emotional skills, fine and gross motor development, and creativity. While this museum may seem appealing for even a group of adults, they can only enter if they bring children with them!
Which local museum do you plan to visit this month? Share your suggestions with our apartment community in the comments below!