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Burke After Dark

Saturday, April 29
9-11 p.m.

Dress to impress, roam the galleries at night, and boogie at the Burke! Proceeds support a thriving Burke Museum for all.

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Cherry Blossom Activities

March 15 - April 15, 2023

Celebrating the magic of cherry blossom season in Seattle!

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Trees Experience Alcove

Daily
March 18 – June 22, 2025

Learn about the diversity and significance of trees with our hands-on activities. 

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Fred Fulmer: My Journey as a Tlingit Artist

Thursday, March 9
7 p.m.

Join us for a virtual event with Tlingit artist Fred Fulmer.

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Bring Your Blanket to the Burke

Saturday, January 28
3-5 p.m.

Bring a blanket, get cozy, and join us for a day of shared storytelling with artist Natasha Marin.

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Sounders FC Day at the Burke 2024

Sunday, November 17, 2024
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

On Sunday, November 17, in honor of Native American Heritage Month, admission to the Burke Museum is FREE when you wear your Sounders FC gear! 

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Beadwork, Weaving, Tools, and Carving: Intertwined in a Way of Life

Thursday, November 17
7 PM

Join Squaxin Island artist Andrea Wilbur-Sigo for this virtual event.

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Diwali: South Asian Festival of Lights

Sunday, November 12
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Join cultural education partner, Hindi Time Kids, for a craft activity to celebrate Diwali!

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Experience Alcoves | Spooky Science

Daily
September 10 – November 3, 2024

Check out these Spooky Science activities in our Experience Alcoves!

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Body Language Member Preview Event

Saturday, November 5
5:30–8:30 PM

Remarks at 7 PM

Celebrate the creativity and honor the resilience of Indigenous tattoo artists. 

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