At the Museum
MiniMOHAI
Want to bring your family, pre-school class, or parent group to MOHAI? MiniMOHAI is perfect for anyone with young children ages 3-5 looking for a hands-on experience while visiting the galleries. Twice each month, the museum is transformed into an engaging play space for kids with six interactive pop-up exhibits set up around the building that include storybooks, dramatic play, sensory bins, and much more! Rotating themes connects the exhibit stations for a new big idea each month.
This program is free with regular admission and open to drop-ins, but groups of 10 or more should reserve in advance to ensure availability. For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , Youth Programs and Scheduling Coordinator, at (206) 324-1126 x113.
- Who: ages 3-5
- When: the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 9:00am-12:00pm
- Where: MOHAI's main galleries
- Upcoming themes:
- April - Going West
- May - Building the City
- June - Farm to Food
Exploration Packs
For families visiting the museum with young children, MOHAI offers Exploration Packs to help engage our smallest visitors in the galleries. These backpacks, designed for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers, are full of one-on-one games and props for creative play that will help lead kids on a museum-wide expedition to discover Seattle history. Exploration Packs can be checked out for free on a first-come, first-served basis at MOHAI’s front desk beginning on Monday, December 31st, 2012.
- Who: ages 3-6
- When: every day during regular museum hours
- Where: at MOHAI's main admission desk
Family Lab
Join us midday every Saturday for an array of exhibit-themed activities that your whole family can enjoy. New activities are offered each week, including take-home crafts, collaborative games, and hands-on artifact exploration. Come when you want and stay as long as you like! This drop-in program is included free with regular paid admission and is appropriate for all ages.
- Who: all ages
- When: every Saturday, 11:00am-2:00pm
- Where: The MOHAI Learning Center (located to the right of the main admission desk as you enter the building)
Free First Thursdays
On the first Thursday of each month, MOHAI’s education team hosts drop-in crafts and kids’ activities. Admission is always free to all members of the public on Free First Thursday, and all ages are welcome!
- Who: all ages
- When: the first Thursday of each month, 10:00am-8:00pm
- Where: The MOHAI Learning Center (located to the right of the main admission desk as you enter the building)