Museum Day
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Museums around the state are encouraged to participate in Washington Museum Day, August 8, 2026.
Co-sponsored by the Washington Museum Association and the Washington State Historical Society, the day is designed to engage communities in history, arts, and cultural experiences.
We hope that museums across the state will open their doors on Aug. 8, offering free or reduced admissions and enriching cultural experiences for everyone.
Participating organizations will receive:
- Listing on the Washington Museum Association “Museum Day” website and America250 WA website as a participating organization
- A media kit with press release and social media templates
- Guides and ideas for planning a successful Museum Day event
Museum Day Marketing Kit
Washington Museum Day is 1 month away! On August 8, we’ll be encouraging the public to visit their local participating museums who are offering free, reduced, or pay-what-you-can admission.
Be sure to check out our Marketing Kit for templates, a sample press release, yard signs, social media kit, email invitation template, and proclamation. And don’t forget to invite your local legislators, elected officials and community leaders out for a visit!