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This museum was very informative and also interactive. The exhibit on immigration and the concentration camps for Americans of Japanese ancestry were very enlightening. There were sanitizers in a lot of areas. It took us 2 hours to go around the permanent and temporary exhibits.

A nice museum to learn about the history of Washington state. I particularly liked the Natural History section that described the geological history of this place. It was interesting to learn about facts like the dry falls etc. They also have a working rail network model on display that’s fun to watch.

"Exhibits are put together very well. The section outlining the geological history of the area is accessible to all ages and interest levels. The train display upstairs has the most intricate detail and features. The exhibit on the Japanese in the US during WWII was very informative, as I had only ever heard limited pieces of the story beforehand. All the other exhibits have their own merits as well, too many to list here."

"I highly recommend going to Washington State History Museum to fill your mind with knowledge from the past to the present! Thankful to have a priceless treasure in Tacoma, Washington!"

"This is a beautiful museum that is located in an area with stunning views of the bay and Mt Rainer. Lots of great local restaurants in walking distance makes for an easy day out."

"Very well-rounded exhibits, and very inclusive as far as categories. The kids enjoyed it as well...."

"Always a great experience no matter what exhibit is showing. Their staff are always coordinated and friendly as well."