An evening at Tacoma -2

Washington State History Museum


 
The history museum is full of informative displays and artifacts on the history of Washington. Again we got free admission to it because it was a third Thursday. The interactive exhibits displayed there are interesting both for children and adults. There were various themes which included geology, geography, industry, ethnicity, exploration, development & commerce in Washington State. The History museum is fascinating and there is plenty to see and learn. It highlighted much of the local industrial history, as well as history of the native people. I especially liked the tree whose branches were wagons, chairs, toys, door, and other items that are crafted from wood. Upstairs they have a nice model train display and had a transient bike show which is exceptional. It’s very good for kids and student. They have a good gift shop too. It’s worth visiting this place if you stay in Tacoma or Seattle. I highly recommend it. When you come out from the History Museum don’t forget to drop in and spend few minutes at the Union Station. The Union Station is now a Federal Court House but the entire lobby area is open to the public and is filled with glass exhibits by Dale Chihuly. Union Station was closed when we were there, but we peeped into the windows to get a view of the glass art inside.
















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Tacoma Art Museum

 
 After the Union Station we walked ahead to visit the Tacoma Art Museum.  They had a nice selection of art and a good glass area of Chihuly's work also. They have some good displays but it is not as large as some of the previous museums I have seen. I wasn’t much impressed but it’s good to visit if you support the art of the featured artist or have a free ticket for the museum.

Glass art at TAM

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