NOW SHOWING

Women’s Votes,
Women’s Voices

Less than 100 years ago, women weren’t allowed to vote, but were required to pay taxes and abide by laws their male counterparts voted into place. Women from all economic and ethnic groups banded together to persuade the men of Washington to give them the right to vote. This exhibition was organized by the Washington State Historical Society and the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture under the auspices of Washington’s Women’s History Consortium.

MOHAI MINUTE

Who Was Rosie?

Check out Helen Divjak and Peder Nelson in the latest installment of the popular history video series. This MOHAI Minute features the stories of “Rosie the Riveter,” the symbolic name for the many real-life women who made such a critical different in the war effort during World War II. The entire series is available on You Tube.

NEW EXHIBIT OPENS

Cut from Nature: The Art of Richard Bennett

Opening August 28

Northwest artist Richard Bennett became an accomplished printmaker early in his career and would later become one of the nation’s leading illustrators of chidren’s books. An integral part of the area’s major artistic talents, his prints and paintings capture the grandeur of the Pacific Northwest landscape. This exhibit displays MOHAI’s rich collection of Bennett’s original works. 

The exhibit is located in McCurdy Gallery. Call 206-324-1126 or check our website to be sure McCurdy Gallery is available as it may be closed for a private event.

SUMMER PROGAMS

August Tours

Sign up Now!

MOHAI’s popular summer tours are back with a combination of old favorites and exciting new discoveries. From boats and buses, to beers and bays, you’re sure to find a tour that fits your interests! Purchase tickets at brownpapertickets.com; tours are selling out, so sign up today.

Tours run throughout the summer. Upcoming tours include:

Evergreen-Washelli Cemetery
Saturday, August 7
10 a.m. to noon

Georgetown Brews
Saturday, August 14
3 to 5 p.m.

Seattle’s Herstory: Celebrating a Century of Suffrage
Sunday, August 15
10 a.m. to noon

Seattle’s Herstory: Celebrating a Century of Suffrage
Thursday, August 19
6 to 8 p.m.

Clock Walk: Time, Tides and Transportation
Saturday, August 21
10 a.m.

The Alaskan Way Viaduct
Saturday, August 21
10 a.m. to noon

Elliott Bay Boat Tour
Saturday, August 28
10 a.m. to noon

For a complete listing of all topics, dates, and ticket prices, visit our calendar.

HISTORY CAFE

Seafair:
The Real Story
Thursday, August 19
6 p.m. social hour
7 p.m. program

Pub at Third Place in Ravenna

MOHAI, KCTS 9, Seattle Public Libraries and Third Place Books host a discussion with historian Alan Stein about the origins of the Seattle summer event “Seafair”. Parades, hydroplane races, pirates, ethnic celebrations, and neighborhood street fairs are all part of these celebrations. Alan Stein will tell us about the beginnings of this massive Seattle event and lead a discussion about its history. Come early for Happy Hour at The Pub and Vios Café, and stay for beers and casual conversation following the program. Meet at Third Place Books, 6504 20th Ave. NE, in Seattle’s Ravenna neighborhood. Free.

SPECIAL EVENT

Boeing Appreciation Day

Sunday, August 8
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Free admission for Boeing employees and retirees

Everyone will enjoy a new display highlighting the history of The Boeing Company and Plant 2; children’s activities including a craft area and history trunk display; docent-led tours of Women’s Votes, Women’s Voices (Green Merrill Gallery, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.) and Essential Seattle (Meet in Lobby at 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.). Stop by and enjoy the fun!

REGISTER NOW

MOHAI and Seattle Children’s Theatre Summer Camp!

August 9 – 13

MOHAI and Seattle Children’s Theatre are partnering to bring alive Seattle’s Boomtown! period. With SCT instructors, children in grades 3-6 will reenact important historic events that helped Seattle grow including logging, building the railroads, and tackling the Great Seattle Fire. MOHAI educators will help kids build their own exhibit using artifacts and images from the late 1800s. This exhibit will be on display in MOHAI all summer, so come by and see their hard work! This camp is offered the week of August 9– August 13! To sign your child up for this camp, visit Seattle Children’s Theatre website.
 

LAST CHANCE

A Seattle Lens on Global Ties:
Photographs by
Bill Stafford Closes Sunday, August 15

These striking photographs from the travels of Bill Stafford capture the beauty, humanity and cultural diversity of the global community. The exhibit is located in McCurdy Gallery. Call 206-324-1126 or check www.seattlehistory.org to be sure McCurdy Gallery is available as it may be closed for a private event.

Take home one of the beautiful photographs from this exhibit and support MOHAI! They would make a great gift. Prices range from $40-$100. Contact Visitor Services at 206-324-1126.

ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Return to
Mukl-te-oh

Sunday, August 22
2 to 5 p.m.

The Descendants Committee of Seattle hosts “Return to Muckl-te-oh,” a remembrance gathering commemorating the 155th anniversary of the signing of the Point Elliott Treaty. At Mukilteo Lighthouse Park on Sunday, August 22, the event kick-offs the Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival and highlights include a tribal canoe entry, as well as native drumming and dancing. 

LIVE PERFORAMCES

Pushing up the Sky
Sunday, August 22
1 to 3 p.m.
MOHAI Auditorium

Friends of Yesler Swamp and MOHAI present “Pushing Up the Sky,” a program of audience participation plays for children based on Snohomish tribal legend and folktales from around the world, followed by a naturalist guided nature walk. For ages 3 and up; suggested donation $10 per family.

Proceeds will go to the restoration and preservation of Yesler Swamp, a unique piece of nature in the heart of the city. 

PANEL DISCUSSION

Will Your Vote Count? A Look at 100 Years of Suffrage and How Voting is Changing Today

Thursday, September 9
7:30 to 9 p.m.

MOHAI and the League of Women Voters host a stimulating panel discussion exploring how American democracy has been affected by the female voter.  Light refreshments provided.  Free.

HUSKY PARKING

Husky Parking is now available at the Klondike Stampeders ($250) level of Sustaining Membership! Our Husky Parkers tailgate at McCurdy Park and then enjoy a short stroll over the Montlake Bridge to Husky Stadium.

Purchase a membership online (put the phrase “Husky Parking” in the notes section), or call 206-324-1126 x0. A membership packet and parking permit will be sent to you in time for the 1st home game, September 11. Thank you for supporting MOHAI and GO DAWGS!

SAVE THE DATE

History Makers Gala 2010
Friday, November 5
6 to 9 p.m.

MOHAI’s 25th annual gala will be held on Friday, November 5, 6 to 9 p.m. at Fremont Studios. The Red Carpet Evening will feature guest speaker Tom Skerritt. For more information, contact Sarah Egan at 206-324-1126 ext. 56 or by email.

“Pushing Up the Sky.” Illustration, Teresa Flavin.

Naval Reserve Building at Lake Union Park.  Photo by Kathleen Knies.