About
MOHAI collects and preserves the diverse history of Seattle, the Puget Sound region and beyond. Highlighting innovation and education, MOHAI enriches lives by sharing the individual and collective stories of our communities.
From humble beginnings in 1911, MOHAI has grown into the largest private heritage organization in the State of Washington with a collection of over 4 million objects, documents, and photographs. MOHAI’s permanent exhibit, True Northwest: The Seattle Journey explores how Seattle evolved from wilderness to world city and the Bezos Center for Innovation takes a look at how innovation shaped the region and changed the world. MOHAI also hosts national travelling exhibitions that engage visitors with fascinating periods in our nation’s history. In addition to museum exhibits, MOHAI hosts a variety of award-winning youth and adult public programs and consistently collaborates with community partners on local events and activities. Ultimately MOHAI hopes to connect individuals with our region’s rich history and inspire them to continue to make our home a strong, vibrant, and sustainable place to live.
