Join the Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) and the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) for a special screening of Ridley Scott's Blade Runner: The Final Cut (1982). Follow former police officer Deckard as he hunts down rogue androids and in the process confronts the line between human and machine. Enjoy trivia, crafts and more—perfect for longtime fans and new viewers alike!
Comics might seem like a modern invention, but visual storytelling has existed longer than the written word in forms ranging from cave paintings to tapestries to masks. Join local historians and comic makers for a discussion about the long history of sequential art, how we define comics, and how the medium can transform the way we tell and interpret history. Panelists include author Tamiko Nimura, Fantagraphics Editor Kristy Valenti, and Fantagraphics Co-Founder Gary Groth.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) often conjures up images of objective, all-knowing robots. However, AI is deeply subjective, reflecting the biases of the humans who make it. Join Dylan Baker, an engineer and researcher at the Distributed AI Research (DAIR) Institute, for a discussion on how AI works, and its impacts in our day-to-day lives.
Immediately following a screening of the documentary Live in Maui, fans and friends will have an opportunity to hear from Hendrix sister Janie Hendrix, discussing the making of the film, behind-the-scenes stories of Hendrix's life, and the work of preserving his legacy. President and CEO of Experience Hendrix, the family company of the legendary musician, Ms. Hendrix will have a candid conversation with the audience, moderated by LaNesha DeBardelaben, President and CEO of the Northwest African American Museum.
Join us to celebrate MOHAI's 10th anniversary at Lake Union Park! Enjoy complimentary admission all day to MOHAI's permanent exhibits including True Northwest: The Seattle Journey, Maritime Seattle, and the Bezos Center for Innovation.
Beyond its well-known technical applications, Artificial Intelligence (AI) can also enable human creativity & self-expression. In this online workshop, AI Artist Lia Coleman will guide participants through self-reflective writing prompts and AI artmaking. Learn how AI models can take writing and transform it into computer-generated art pieces.
In the 1950s, the US government targeted many activists, organizers and intellectuals in the name of fighting communism. One target of investigation was Carlos Bulosan, the Seattle-based Filipino American writer and labor organizer. Drawing from his new book, Menace to Empire: Anticolonial Solidarities and the Transpacific Origins of the US Security State, UW Professor Moon-Ho Jung will situate the FBI's investigation of Bulosan's political activities around radical anticolonial movements across the Pacific.
MOHAI invites all current members and donors to a special preview of From the Ground Up: Black Architects and Designers exhibit. Light hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served. MOHAI's local additions to the traveling exhibit were co-developed with the Black Heritage Society of Washington State (BHS) and curatorial consultant Hasaan Kirkland of Kairos Industry LLC. The exhibit celebrates the enduring innovation and impact of Black architects across the United States.
Black architects bring their sense for community connectedness to current and future design within the Puget Sound region. When the community speaks, they want architects to listen and create built environments that serve livability while maintaining neighborhood character. Join us for a discussion with architects, cultural placemakers, and artists as they envision intentional and equitable development that is shaping our evolving communities.
Landmark names reflect the values, dreams and remembrances of a city's residents. Yet when walking around Seattle, most viewers don't know the people behind the names of local iconic sites. Join historian Mary Henry for a discussion of her new book, Tributes: Black People Whose Names Grace Seattle Sites, and learn about the lives of the many Black figures whose names are found on street signs, parks, concert halls and more.
In the historically white–dominated field of architecture, Black architects have created some of Seattle's most important landmarks and continue to change the industry. Their work is grounded in guiding principles of community-centered design and empowering underserved communities. Join three generations of Black architects in the Pacific Northwest for a discussion on their work, inspirations, challenges, and hopes for the next generation.
Join author-naturalist David B Williams for a discussion based on his book, Homewaters: A Human and Natural History of the Puget Sound. Learn about the long history of the Puget Sound and the interactions between humans and the rest of the natural world. Inspired by advances in science and management, Williams will offer newcomers and longtime residents alike reasons to feel hopeful about the future of the waters they call home.