Howard Smith: African American Artist in Finland

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

In the early 1960s, African American artist Howard Smith made the move to Finland to escape the racism and lack of professional opportunities he faced in his home country.

$6 – $11

She’s The Boss Series: Life Your Way

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

What if you lived your life not the way society says you should — but on your own terms? Embracing career, relationships, or second chapter with no apologies, no expectations and setting your own course. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, working your way up, or curious about what motivated these amazing women, this discussion will energize…

$47

Project Aurora: Panel Discussion

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

Learn about the making of Project Aurora from the creators – artist Ginny Ruffner, technologist Ed Fries, and scholar Wanda Gregory.

Free

Event Series National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the Museum is free. When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop at the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! Tickets do not include admission…

Free

Julefest: A Nordic Holiday Celebration

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

The National Nordic Museum invites you to experience its 46th Annual Julefest. Enjoy an authentic Nordic holiday experience, right in the heart of Ballard. Modeled after the traditional outdoor Christmas markets found in the Nordic countries, this community favorite features all the fun and goodies associated with the Nordic holidays, with a Pacific Northwest twist.

$5 – $10
Event Series National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the Museum is free. When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop at the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! Tickets do not include admission…

Free

Event Series National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the Museum is free. When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop at the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! Tickets do not include admission…

Free

Event Series National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the Museum is free. When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop at the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! Tickets do not include admission…

Free

Virtual Meet the Author: Lola Akinmade Åkerström, “In Every Mirror She’s Black”

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

Three Black women are linked in unexpected ways to the same influential white man in Stockholm as they build their new lives in the most open society run by the most private people. Successful marketing executive Kemi Adeyemi is lured from the U.S. to Sweden by Jonny von Lundin, CEO of the nation’s largest marketing…

Free – $5

Swedish Kräftskiva Party

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

Don your best “Kräftskiva” outfit and join fellow crayfish enthusiasts and co-hosts SWEA Seattle (Swedish Women's Educational Association) for the return of one of the Museum’s favorite culinary events! Guests can expect to enjoy mounds of traditional Swedish-prepared crayfish with all the sides (think cobblers & pie) that a person can eat! Guests will be…

$125
Event Series National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the Museum is free. When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop at the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! Tickets do not include admission…

Free

Farewell to FLÓÐ: Silent Disco

National Nordic Museum 2655 N.W. Market St., Seattle, WA

As the Museum's exhibition FLÓÐ comes to a close on July 30, it only seems right to throw a farewell party! Come in your best party dress and enjoy a silent disco featuring a Jónsi curated playlist, a selfie booth, and a night full of fun and dancing. Your ticket includes a silent disco headphone…

$15 – $20