March 19, 2026
Inside MOHAI’s Archives: Preserving Seattle’s Historic Digital and Audiovisual Collections
At MOHAI, our library and archives are full of millions of stories. As a proud Smithsonian Affiliate, we were excited…
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March 4, 2026
Spring Forward with Seattle History: Timeless Clocks from the MOHAI Collection
It’s almost time to spring forward! Celebrate the season with a look at four historic clocks from the MOHAI collection,…
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February 18, 2026
Tadaima: The Lost Dolls of Seattle’s Japanese American Community
MOHAI’s newest Community Spotlight display, Tadaima: I’m Home, features some of the most exquisite and emotionally complex objects in the…
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February 5, 2026
Bill Nye, the Ultimate Frisbee Guy: Seattle’s Science Star and His Love of the Game
Long before he became “The Science Guy,” Bill Nye was known around Seattle for something entirely different—his skills on the…
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January 7, 2026
New Year’s Greetings from Seattle’s First Mayors: Humor, Friendship, and a Touch of Mischief
Happy New Year from MOHAI! In Seattle’s early days, a trio of friends—Henry Yesler, Bailey Gatzert, and Moses Maddocks—helped shape…
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December 18, 2025
New Additions to MOHAI’s Collection: Artifacts Reflecting Seattle’s Diverse Stories in 2025
The MOHAI collections team has had a full and fascinating year! Every year, staff carefully review hundreds of potential donations,…
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