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Archaeology Open Door

Saturday & Sunday
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Chat with staff and volunteers working with collections, and find out how collections answer questions about our world.

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Educator Preview

Wednesday, October 9
3–6:30 PM

Find out how you can supplement your science and culture curriculum with the Burke's brand new education programs. 

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Free First Thursday

Every First Thursday of the Month
10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Admission is FREE and the museum is open until 8 pm on the first Thursday of every month.

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Indigenous Preview

Thursday, October 10
4–7 PM

In honor of its collaborations with Indigenous communities, the Burke Museum invites all Indigenous peoples to see the new museum before it opens to the public.

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New Burke Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Friday, October 11
8:30–10 AM

Join us for the ceremonial opening of the New Burke outside the museum in the new Burke Yard.

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Grand Opening Day

Saturday, October 12
10 AM – 5 PM

Celebrate Grand Opening with singers, dancers, poets and DJs, and be among the first to see the New Burke!

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Indigenous Peoples' Day

Monday, October 14
10 AM – 5 PM

Monday, October 14, is Indigenous Peoples' Day in the City of Seattle and at the Burke Museum! 

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Kids' Day

Sunday, October 13
10 AM – 5 PM

Kids are VIPs at the New Burke! Special programs for little ones include touch tables, take-home crafts, story time, Baby Shark dance parties, and more.

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Member & Donor Preview

Friday, October 11
11 AM – 8 PM

Special preview day for Burke members and project supporters. Become a member today and be among the first to see the New Burke!

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PAST EVENT | First Night First Light

Saturday, October 5
7 PM – Midnight

Fundraising gala and after party celebrating the premiere of the new Burke Museum.

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