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Living Computers: Museum + Labs
208 reviews
#3 of 88 Museums in Seattle
"Fascinating
history
and artifacts around storage, processing, early day computers, as well as tidbits on Microsoft, Apple and IBM make this is a very interesting exhibit."
"All of this comes via MS co-founder Paul Allen, one of several
museums
benefiting from his personal collections of various items (Museum of Pop History and the Flying Heritage Museum of planes and tanks!)"
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Museum of History & Industry
839 reviews
#7 of 88 Museums in Seattle
"The building itself has a history as an armory and a naval reserve center and is set in a very nice park with fountains, boats and
historic ships
, and with a great view north across Lake Union."
"You will find out about the Native peoples, about the growth of Seattle
industries
in the 19th century, including immigration, the fire and the gold rush, 20th century Seattle including Boeing, pop culture and pro..."
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National Nordic Museum
163 reviews
#10 of 88 Museums in Seattle
"The
Museum
has a terrific special exhibition space which currently houses The Vikings Begin, which include extraordinary objects from the Viking-age including two spectacular Viking helmets that are far superior t..."
"Oh my what a great new museum with wonderful
exhibits
of the Nordic influence on the world .I was a big fan of the old museum that put on some wonderful events but with this bright and wonderful new building i fee..."
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Holocaust Center for Humanity
7 reviews
#27 of 88 Museums in Seattle
"This
small museum
is a wonderful community resource in the ongoing battle against intolerance, racism, and genocide."
"
Small Museum
with a Powerful Message"
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Georgetown Steam Plant Museum
11 reviews
#28 of 88 Museums in Seattle
"Given that there are few steam turbine generators still in-situ in their power
plants
makes this place truly unique."
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Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center
3 reviews
#40 of 88 Museums in Seattle
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Log House Museum
4 reviews
#42 of 88 Museums in Seattle
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Ballard Locks Visitor Center / Museum & Gift Shop
1 review
#44 of 88 Museums in Seattle
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Dockside Cannabis Museum
3 reviews
#58 of 88 Museums in Seattle
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What are the best places for history museums in Seattle?
These places are best for history museums in Seattle:
Museum of History & Industry
Living Computers: Museum + Labs
National Nordic Museum
Holocaust Center for Humanity
Georgetown Steam Plant Museum
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Which places provide the best history museums in Seattle for kids and families?
These are the best places for kid-friendly history museums in Seattle:
Living Computers: Museum + Labs
Museum of History & Industry
National Nordic Museum
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Which places provide the best history museums in Seattle for travellers on a budget?
These are the best places for budget-friendly history museums in Seattle:
Living Computers: Museum + Labs
Museum of History & Industry
National Nordic Museum
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