Membership

Crew of first Japanese ship to dock in Seattle after World War II, 1948
Crew of first Japanese ship to dock in Seattle after World War II, 1948

Join MOHAI and experience the museum year round. All members enjoy free, unlimited admission, and valuable discounts on programs and in the gift shop. 

MOHAI members are critical to our success and to show our appreciation we offer an array of special events and programs just for you. Discover the benefits of membership and join online today. Gift memberships and corporate memberships are also available.

Your MOHAI membership is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS. You will receive an acknowledgment for tax purposes upon receipt of your gift. Please allow up to two weeks for processing of your membership. For more information about memberships, email membership@seattlehistory.org or call (206) 324-1126 Ext. 50

Basic Membership

Bubbleator Operator $45 (Individual)

  • Membership for one adult
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, exhibit previews, and the annual Members' Night
  • Two guest passes to share with friends and family
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs

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Membership is fully tax deductible.


Slo-Mo-Shun Squad $55 (Dual)

  • Membership for two adults
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, exhibit previews, and the annual Members' night
  • Two guest passes to share with friends and family
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs

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Membership is fully tax deductible.


Bobo's Bunch $65 (Family)

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, exhibit previews, and the annual Members' Night
  • Two guest passes to share with friends and family
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs

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Membership is fully tax deductible.


Alki Landing Party $100 (Family Plus)

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, exhibit previews, and the annual Members' Night
  • Four guest passes to share with friends and family
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states

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Membership is fully tax deductible.


Discounted Memberships for Seniors, Students and Teachers

MOHAI is pleased to offer special membership rates for seniors, students and teachers on each of our Basic Membership packages. The benefits at each level remain the same, but the prices are $10 less.

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Membership is fully tax deductible.

Sustaining Membership

MOHAI's Sustaining Members provide critical support for the Museum's Annual Fund. In addition, you join the MOHAI Donor Clubs and receive specially designed donor benefits.

Klondike Stampeders $250

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for one year
  • Invitation to members-only events, VIP exhibit previews, and the annual membership meeting
  • Six guest passes to share with friends and family
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states

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Century 21 Club $500

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, VIP exhibit previews, and the annual membership meeting
  • Eight guest passes to share with friends and family
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states

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Heritage Circles Membership

With a membership in the Heritage Circles, you will receive personalized and exclusive benefits that provide unique opportunities for further engagement through special events, exclusive tours, and glimpses behind-the-scenes all while providing vital support for the museum.  If you have questions about Heritage Circles, please email heritagecircles@seattlehistory.org or call (206) 324-1126 Ext. 58

Levels and Benefits

Pathfinder's Circle $750

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, VIP exhibit previews, and the annual membership meeting
  • Eight guest passes
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states
  • A 10% discount on gallery rentals for your event
  • Invitation to Annual Heritage Circles Reception
  • Recognition on the Donor Wall at MOHAI
  • Complimentary Alki Landing gift membership to share with family or friends

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Explorer's Circle $1,000

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, VIP exhibit previews, and the annual membership meeting
  • Eight guest passes
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states
  • 10% discount on gallery rentals for your event
  • A set of note cards featuring photos from MOHAI's historical archive
  • Reprint of your choice from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Invitation to Annual Heritage Circles Reception
  • Recognition on the Donor Wall at MOHAI
  • Complimentary Alki Landing gift membership to share with family or friends

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$1,000 donation ($50 is not tax deductible)

Pioneer's Circle $2,500

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, VIP exhibit previews, and the annual membership meeting
  • Eight guest passes
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states
  • A 25% discount on gallery rentals for your event
  • A set of note cards featuring photos from MOHAI's historical archive
  • Reprint of your choice from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Invitation to Annual Heritage Circles Reception 
  • Recognition on the Donor Wall at MOHAI
  • Complimentary Alki Landing Party Family gift membership to share with family or friends
  • Behind-the-Scenes tour with the Museum Director 

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$2,500 donation ($75 is not tax deductible)

Founder's Circle $5,000

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, VIP exhibit previews, and the annual membership meeting
  • Eight guest passes
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Discounts at Seattle-area merchants
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states
  • A set of note cards featuring photos from MOHAI's historical archive
  • Reprint of your choice from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Invitation to Annual Heritage Circles Reception
  • Recognition on the Donor Wall at MOHAI
  • Two complimentary Alki Landing gift memberships to share with family or friends
  • Behind-the-Scenes tour with the Museum Director
  • Complimentary private event in the MOHAI galleries (rental fee waived; catering not included)
  • Private tour of the galleries with MOHAI Historian, Lorraine McConaghy for 10 of your guests

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$5,000 donation ($100 is not tax deductible)

President's Circle $10,000

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, VIP exhibit previews, and the annual membership meeting
  • Eight guest passes
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Discounts at Seattle-area merchants 
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states
  • Reprint of your choice from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Invitation to Annual Heritage Circles Reception 
  • Recognition on the Donor Wall at MOHAI
  • One complimentary Explorer's Circle gift membership to share with family or friends
  • Behind-the-Scenes tour with the Museum Director 
  • Private tour of the galleries with MOHAI Historian, Lorraine McConaghy for 10 of your guests
  • Complimentary private event in the MOHAI galleries (rental fee waived; catering not included)
  • Invitation to Annual President's Dinner

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For more information, please email heritagecircles@seattlehistory.org
or call (206) 324-1126 Ext. 58.

Chairman's Circle $25,000

  • Membership for two adults and children under age 18
  • Free, unlimited admission to MOHAI exhibits and galleries for a year
  • Invitation to members-only events, VIP exhibit previews, and the annual membership meeting
  • Eight guest passes
  • 15% discount in the MOHAI gift shop and on historical reprints from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Discounts on classes, workshops, lectures, tours, and special programs
  • Membership in  two reciprocal programs, North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM) and Time Travelers, which includes free or discounted admission and benefits at over 450 museums and historical societies in all 50 states
  • A 25% discount on gallery rentals
  • Reprint of your choice from MOHAI's extensive photo collection
  • Invitation to Annual Heritage Circles Reception 
  • Recognition on the Donor Wall at MOHAI
  • Two complimentary Explorer's Circle memberships to share with family or friends
  • Behind-the-Scenes tour with the Museum Director 
  • Complimentary private event in the MOHAI galleries (rental fee waived; catering not included)
  • Invitation to Annual President's Dinner
  • Two complimentary tickets to the annual History Maker's Gala
  • Name recognition on one special exhibit per year

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For more information, please email heritagecircles@seattlehistory.org
or call (206) 324-1126 Ext. 58.

Questions?

Please call the Membership Department at (206) 324-1126 Ext. 50 during our regular business hours, Monday-Friday
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
or send us an e-mail.

Discounts

We offer a number of discounts on memberships including:
  • Life Balance
  • UW Alumni Association
Please contact us at membership@seattlehistory.org for more information.

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Calendar Highlights

Remembering Century 21: Introductory Workshop
Sat. February 11th
10 a.m. to noon

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Call to Conscience 2012 with Tony Benton
Sun. February 26th
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