Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture

Category: History museum in Spokane, Washington

Address: 2316 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, USA

Phone: +15094563931

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10AM–5PM

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Monica Hillard

May 14, 2022

I love coming here! The exhibits are always well put together for easy self-guided exploration. I especially love the exhibits with Spokane area and Native American history. The traveling exhibits are also always excellent; today it was all about Dreamworks Animation. A few years ago it was The Titanic. And as a bonus, the historic Campbell House next door is included in the admission

Amanda Burns

Apr 7, 2022

Took my mom and two teenagers today to see the DreamWorks exhibit. My daughter takes animation and graphic design and she could've spent all day there, leading tours if they'd let her. It was really, really awesome !!

Li Nu

Feb 6, 2022

I try to come several times a year, depending on the featured exhibit. If you get a chance to see the Campbell House with a guided tour, I recommend it. Then go back at your leisure to take it all in at your own pace. First full weekend of of each month is free for certain bank card holders; good for a discount, bad that it gets crowded.

J. B.

Oct 8, 2021

Upon entering the museum, we were met with friendly staff. After paying for admission, there's a small gift shop on the right that's best visited before you leave (go ahead and skip for now and head downstairs). The rest of the museum is on lower levels of the building. Note: This museum was very quiet and hardly any visitors were present. Great place if you want to take your time and really enjoy the pieces. DO NOT expect this museum to be colossal. In my opinion, it's on of the smaller ones in the state. *We went through everything pretty quick and was hoping for more. This museum is interactive to an extent. There are rooms were you can get creative (hat making, crafts, etc.) Definitely a cool place for your inner child if your inner child likes crafting among taxidermy. :) The best parts for me where the stained glass exhibits. Purely magical! The strangest part was the indigenous display showing beer cans crafted into ceremonial items. Would be nice to see those items as seen before beer cans made it on the scene. (See photos) Walking down the stairs to the end of the museum, you'll see what looked like papermache hanging animals on the small stairwell. At the bottom there's stacked museum furniture and... you're done... Take the elevator back up, and now would be a good time to check out the gift shop. Overall 5☆/5☆ experience. I came into it expecting to be way bigger, but to no fault of the museum's. A clean place overall too.

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Questions & Answers

Is photography allowed?

Seva Rudov | Aug 17, 2020
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture | May 19, 2022

Yes photography is allowed. We only ask guests don't use flash! Thank you :)

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What is parking situation?

Lizzy P | Aug 18, 2019
Joe M. Brabeck | Aug 18, 2019

Plenty of free parking in the parking lot and parking garage.

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Is the coffee or lunch counter open Wednesday?

Jan Chappell | Aug 18, 2019
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture | May 19, 2022

Hi Jan, The MAC Café is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm and serves delicious pastries, bagels, breads and cookies from Rocket Bakery, and coffee drinks from Doma Coffee Company. We also offer a selection of juices, chips, and snacks.

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Do you still have the coffee shop?

Janice Blank | Aug 18, 2019
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture | May 19, 2022

The MAC Café is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm and serves delicious pastries, bagels, breads and cookies from Rocket Bakery. Our coffee drinks are from Doma Coffee Company. We also offer a selection of juices, chips, and snacks.

What is considered the first full weekend of the month is that include friday

Thomas Choate | Aug 18, 2018
Madison Bush | Aug 18, 2018

Only Saturday and Sunday. They have specific dates listed on their website

Do you have Chief Joseph's saddle? Is it displayed? Thanks.

Ken Robison | Apr 19, 2022
Lori Morsman | May 19, 2022

Best bet is to call the museum.

what is the price of admission

judith altmann | Dec 20, 2021
Charity R | Dec 20, 2021

Adult tickets were $12 each and includes the museum and Campbell House tour

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What time and where is Shakespeare play today?

Mary Kay Brown | Aug 17, 2021
Hannah Perazzo | Aug 17, 2021

The poster they had up last week said 7:00 PM on July 29th-31st and 5:00 PM on August 1st. 2316 West First Avenue.

can I change the time of my visit today?

Dennie Thorpe | Aug 17, 2021
Kathi Maxwell | Aug 17, 2021

Call them, I was able to change mine.

How do you make reservations?

Olivia Caulliez | Aug 17, 2021
Kathi Maxwell | Aug 17, 2021

Online on the website.

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What is the current traveling exhibit in the museum?

Sandy Helm | Aug 17, 2021
Adrick Moore | Aug 17, 2021

Pop Art.

What country was last showing Pompeii exhibit before coming to Spokane? Thanks

Connie Brumleve | Aug 17, 2020
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture | Aug 17, 2020

"Pompeii: The Immortal City" is an exhibition that was developed and produced by TEMPORA in collaboration with Cevita and Filmmaster, based on the scientific research of Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli and Museo Galileo Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza, Firenze, and distributed by Exhibits Development Group. This exhibit was previously featured at the Science Museum of Virginia, and after it's showing at the MAC, the exhibit will be shown at the Orlando Science Center in Florida.

How long will the Norman Rockwell exhibit be at the Mac?

Jason and Carolyn Stuart | Aug 17, 2020
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture | Aug 17, 2020

The "Norman Rockwell's America" exhibit will close on January 12th, 2020. Many other main exhibits at the MAC will be also closing on January 12th, in order to accommodate for the installation of "Pompeii: The Immortal City," which will open to the public on February 8th, 2020.

How much does it cost to get in?

A Google User | Aug 17, 2020
John O'Brien | Aug 17, 2020

I think regular admission is $10? The best way to go is to buy a family membership for $75. Good for a year.

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Is there a fee to get in

Zachary Wilkes | Aug 18, 2019
The Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture | Aug 18, 2019

Hi there Zachary, admission currently is half-price until July 3rd. Our regular admission prices are as follows: Adults (18+) are $10 Seniors (65+) are $8 College Students w/Valid ID are $8 Children/Students (6-17) are $5 Children 5 and under are FREE! Thank you and have a wonderful day!

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Do you need to buy tickets before you visit luminous exhibit? Friday or Saturday

Robin Arries | Aug 18, 2019
Vicky Monk | Aug 18, 2019

Buy tickets right at the door. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to view the exhibits before closing.

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Are there wheelchairs available?

Sherri McNeill | Aug 18, 2019
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture | Aug 18, 2019

Hi Sherri, Yes, we do have wheelchairs available upon request. We hope to see you soon!

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Is it free to see

Joie Cannon | Aug 18, 2019
CynDee Aerts | Aug 18, 2019

$8 for Seniors

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How long do you estimate it takes to go through Glass exhibit

Mary Ann Moore | Aug 18, 2019
Gary Nelzon | Aug 18, 2019

I'd say about a hour. You could spend a few hours easily!

What is best for kids in this museum?

zia | Aug 18, 2019
Jan Simmons | Aug 18, 2019

The kids seem to really like the Campbell House tour and the history. Our guide made the tour interactive with the kids. Also there was a coloring wall in one of the exhibits which was a community wall.

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Is the museum open on Monday?

Virginia Berg | Aug 18, 2019
Kira Tolman | Aug 18, 2019

It is closed on Mondays.

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What's in it this time

Dawna | Aug 18, 2019
LeAnne Boerste | Aug 18, 2019

You can go online to their website and view their current exhibits.

How much is the entry fee

daryl Reed | Aug 18, 2019
Crystal Bay | Aug 18, 2019

Adults (18+) are $10 Seniors (65+) are $8 College Students w/Valid ID are $8 Children/Students (6-17) are $5 Children 5 and under are FREE!

What does it cost to get in

Sandi C | Aug 18, 2018
Madison Bush | Aug 18, 2018

It does change with exhibits sometimes. Best bet is to check their website. But agreed membership is the best option!

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Are walk in allowed?

James | Aug 18, 2018
Richard Harmon | Aug 18, 2018

You do not need an appointment. Cambel house has certain hours of service.

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When does the Brownes historic neighborhood group meet?

Jean Cunningham | Aug 18, 2018
Michelle Acton-McArdle | Aug 18, 2018

Do not know

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Open on Vetrans day?

Cyndy Asher | Aug 18, 2018
Michelle Acton-McArdle | Aug 18, 2018

Yes

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What time are you open on Saturday?

Amy J. Kincaid | Aug 18, 2018
Isaac Swanson | Aug 18, 2018

They open at 10 am.

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