For 25 years, Bank of America has offered their cardholders free general admission to museums in cities across the United States through their “Museums on Us” program. On the first full weekend of every month, Bank of America customers can receive a free ticket for Saturday or Sunday to more than 200 museums and … [Read more...] about Bank of America “Museums on Us” free monthly museum admission
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2026 free park entrance days in Washington State
Take advantage of free entrance days in National Parks and Washington State Parks throughout the year. Mark your calendar for these fee-free days. Plan an outing with family or friends at the nearest park. It's also a great time to discover a new favorite park around Washington State. Short History of Our National … [Read more...] about 2026 free park entrance days in Washington State
National Nordic Museum free and discount admission
National Nordic Museum in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood presents history, art, and culture from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and their immigrants to America. Their vast collection of artifacts displayed in permanent and rotating exhibits provide insights about Nordic history, culture, and values to … [Read more...] about National Nordic Museum free and discount admission
All about visiting Seattle Art Museum and free days
Seattle Art Museum features world-class exhibits and though-provoking visual arts. The museum includes three major facilities in the city: Seattle Art Museum (SAM) in downtown Seattle Seattle Asian Art Museum (SAAM) in Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill Olympic Sculpture Park on the Seattle waterfront Each of … [Read more...] about All about visiting Seattle Art Museum and free days
Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle and Camano Island
The Center for Wooden Boats (CWB) is a non-profit organization that celebrates the rich and varied watercraft heritage that is a vital part of the Puget Sound region. At this hands-on maritime museum, the exhibits are on the water and the public is encouraged to use them. CWB is dedicated to preserving maritime … [Read more...] about Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle and Camano Island
Northwest African American Museum discounts on admission
Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) in Seattle preserves the history, art, and culture of people of African descent, including roots in American slavery as well as African immigrants from Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, and other countries. NAAM especially highlights Pacific Northwest connections and the Black … [Read more...] about Northwest African American Museum discounts on admission
Tacoma Museum of Glass free and discount admission
Tacoma Museum of Glass is a contemporary art museum on the Thea Foss Waterway. The museum has a national reputation for hosting impactful artist residencies, exhibiting national traveling exhibitions, creating unique programs for visitors, and building a permanent collection that chronicles the development of modern … [Read more...] about Tacoma Museum of Glass free and discount admission
About the Hibulb Cultural Center in Tulalip
Hibulb Cultural Center & Natural History Preserve is a museum on 50 acres of forest and wetlands on the Tulalip Reservation. Located in Western Washington, north of Everett and the Snohomish River, and west of Marysville. The Tulalip are successors in interest to the Snohomish, Snoqualmie, Skykomish, and other … [Read more...] about About the Hibulb Cultural Center in Tulalip
Spectacular Asian gardens in the Puget Sound region
Here's a list of Japanese and Chinese gardens in the Puget Sound region. Most of these Puget Sound gardens offer FREE admission. The Seattle Japanese Garden at the Washington Park Arboretum is the most well-known. However, there are at least 10 more you can visit, from Everett to Tacoma and Bellevue. They are … [Read more...] about Spectacular Asian gardens in the Puget Sound region
Our big list of public gardens and garden tours
Listed below are arboretums and botanical gardens* in cities throughout the Puget Sound region. Most gardens specialize in one or more aspects of Pacific Northwest native plants. A few offer non-native varieties and some have exotic specimens from far flung corners of the globe. These public gardens are regularly … [Read more...] about Our big list of public gardens and garden tours
6 Jimi Hendrix memorials in Seattle & Renton
James Marshall “ Jimi” Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942 and died September 18, 1970. Originally named Johnny Allen by his parents Al and Lucille (Jeter), his father changed Jimi’s name to James Marshall. He is renowned as one of rock n’ roll’s best guitarists with a unique left-hand playing style on a right-hand … [Read more...] about 6 Jimi Hendrix memorials in Seattle & Renton
Museum of Flight events and tours in Seattle and Everett
The Museum of Flight (MOF) is the largest independent, non-profit, air and space museum in the world. The museum features over 175 aircraft and spacecraft, tens of thousands of artifacts, millions of rare photographs, and a world-class research library. During your visit, you can wander the galleries and talk with … [Read more...] about Museum of Flight events and tours in Seattle and Everett
Museums with always free admission in the Puget Sound region
The following list of museums in the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area offer free general admission during regular museum hours. Before you head out, check their website for holiday closures. Most museums with free admission will gratefully accept donations. Some of these free museums also offer gift shops or … [Read more...] about Museums with always free admission in the Puget Sound region
16 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free
The following list includes lighthouses you can visit in the Puget Sound region. Most lighthouse grounds are open year-round, except where stated otherwise. Most lighthouse are free to visit, though will gladly accept donations for upkeep of the grounds and buildings. A couple sites have small fees. A few lighthouses … [Read more...] about 16 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free
How to get free and discount museum admission
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There are dozens and dozens of museums (we lost count at 130...) in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region. You could visit two every week and not hit the same one twice. Of course, 100 museum admission tickets could also take quite a bite out of your entertainment budget. So, we've got more than a few suggestions to reduce … [Read more...] about How to get free and discount museum admission
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma is a restoration of a fort that once existed above the Nisqually River delta. The fort was owned by the Hudson Bay Trading Company from 1833-1869. The museum features volunteers and staff in period clothing who demonstrate crafts of the 19th … [Read more...] about Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
All about visiting Chihuly Garden and Glass
Chihuly Garden and Glass in the shadow of the Seattle Space Needle exhibits fine art sculptures and glass objects by Tacoma native Dale Chihuly. The museum's indoor galleries and outdoor gardens include significant works displayed with natural light to ensure guests a different perspective every time they visit. The … [Read more...] about All about visiting Chihuly Garden and Glass
Most amazing natural wonders in Washington State
The following destinations represent some of the most interesting natural wonders in around Washington State. We've grouped them by region. There is a Google map at the end of the article with pinpoints to the various locations. Some of these make fun day trips, while others require a weekend getaway or longer … [Read more...] about Most amazing natural wonders in Washington State
How to get free or low cost tickets to Seattle Aquarium
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Seattle Aquarium is is the ninth largest aquarium in the U.S. by attendance, hosting over 27 million visitors since its opening in 1977. Conservation of the Puget Sound marine environment is reflected in Seattle aquarium exhibits, events, programs, and research activities. The aquarium is a centerpiece of the … [Read more...] about How to get free or low cost tickets to Seattle Aquarium
Our big list of museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Listed below are museums throughout the Puget Sound region. Included are museums focused on art, aviation, science & technology, glass, Native American culture, history of the region, and many other topics. Art Museums Bainbridge Island Art Museums Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, 550 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge … [Read more...] about Our big list of museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Cultural heritage festivals and museums in the Puget Sound region
We have a lot of festivals in the Puget Sound region, some say more than many other places in the country. At Greater Seattle on the Cheap, we provide information for hundreds of festivals and fairs throughout the year, including many cultural heritage festivals. These festivals especially feature Asian, Black … [Read more...] about Cultural heritage festivals and museums in the Puget Sound region
