A museum of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander history, culture and art in Seattle's Chinatown-International District, with a quiet space in the Tateuchi Story Theatre when it is not in use (call ahead), the museum's own quietest hours, and free admission for caregivers.
Sensory supports. Quiet space when free, quietest Wednesday and Thursday mornings.
Hours
Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Closed every year on New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
719 South King Street, Seattle, WA 98104 (entrance on the corner of South King Street and 8th Avenue)
“For a quiet space, the Tateuchi Story Theatre is generally available unless there are tours or events.”
“Please call ahead to ask about expected tours or events.”
“The museum is quietest from 10 AM - 12 PM on Wednesdays and Thursdays, but the lobby may be loud during events and tours.”
“Lighting in galleries may be dimmed to protect the objects and artifacts on display.”
“Content warnings are posted outside of galleries and exhibits that feature sensitive or potentially upsetting material.”
The Tateuchi Story Theatre is the museum's event room, with acoustically treated walls, controlled lighting and seats for up to 70. Because tours and events use it, call 206.623.5124 or email visit@wingluke.org ahead to ask whether it may be free during your visit.
Caregivers assisting guests with disabilities get free general admission when they check in at the front desk, and free tour admission while assisting on tours.
For a private group visit, the museum can modify its tours and programs, including developmentally appropriate tours for people with developmental or learning disabilities. Contact the Tours Department at tours@wingluke.org or 206.623.5124 ext. 133, at least 4 weeks ahead if you can.
A quiet space in the Tateuchi Story Theatre, generally available unless there are tours or events; call ahead.
The museum is quietest Wednesday and Thursday from 10 am to noon, and busier on weekends and around holidays.
Gallery lighting may be dim, some galleries have several sound and visual sources, and content warnings are posted outside galleries with upsetting material.
The lobby (may be loud during events and tours)not stated
Some galleries (may have multiple sound and visual sources; lighting may be dimmed)not stated
Quieter, in the museum's words
The Tateuchi Story Theatrequiet zone
The whole museum, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 am to noonquiet zone
Admission: adults $25.95, seniors (62+) $22.95, students (13 to 18 or with ID) $18.95, youth (5 to 12) $15.95, children under 5 free. Members get free admission and 50% off admission for family and friends. Tickets bought online never expire.
Discounts, in person only: EBT cardholders get free admission for up to five guests with Museums For All; a no-cost Connect Membership covers admission for 2 year-round; Seattle Public Library passes and King County Library System museum passes cover up to two visitors; NARM membership grants two admissions; National Park Service members and active U.S. military get $2 off general admission with ID; Blue Star Museums admission is seasonal, for up to 6 people per U.S. military ID; TeenTix passholders pay $5 Wednesday to Monday, or two for $10 on Sunday; caregivers and paraeducators assisting guests get in free.
Your ticket includes all-day gallery admission, including the Bruce Lee exhibits, and a free Historic Hotel Tour, first come, first served (call ahead to check availability), Wednesday to Sunday at 10:30 am and 3:30 pm. Tours may be cancelled if the historic spaces reach 85°F. Doorways range from 26 to 31 inches; a wheelchair with a 22-inch clearance is at the front desk.
Getting there: the Chinatown-International District light rail station exits about 4 blocks west of the museum; buses 7, 14 and 36 run past the museum to and from downtown; King Street Station is about 5 blocks west. There is no on-site parking. Street parking is free all day on Sundays and holidays; several public pay lots are within five blocks. There are 30-minute loading zones on King Street and 8th.
Food and drink are stored at the front desk or in designated areas and are not allowed in exhibitions, collections or library spaces. Water fountains are near the elevators. Please avoid large bags or luggage; lockers and shelving are available for non-valuable items at your own risk. No running, and no touching art or artifacts unless a sign says you can. Non-flash photography is welcome unless posted otherwise. Helium balloons are not allowed. Only service animals are allowed.
Kids: children under 14 must be supervised by an adult. Youth-focused galleries are on Floor 2. The KidPLACE Gallery shows New Years All Year Round through December 27 2026. Stroller storage is available. Every restroom has a diaper changing station, and there is an all-gender restroom on the Mezzanine, where a private nursing room is available (ask the Front Desk or Marketplace staff).
Busy days: the museum tends to be busier on weekends and around holidays, and the lobby may be loud during events and tours. Coming up: the Holiday Market, Saturday November 21 2026, 11 am to 4 pm, and the C-ID Santa, Saturday December 12 2026, noon to 3 pm (ticketed).
Masks and hand sanitizer are available at the museum.
