Seattle Art Museum
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Seattle Art Museum

Seattle, Washington

Photo: Moises Mascorro

The main branch on First Avenue has a permanent collection that punches well above the city's weight — strong in Native American, Asian, and modern art, with temporary exhibitions that consistently surprise. The Hammering Man out front is a Seattle landmark, but the real draws are inside: the Kehinde Wiley painting, the Pacific Northwest Native galleries, and a photography collection that deserves more attention.

Insider tip

First Thursdays are free. Go straight to the Native American galleries on the third floor — they're world-class and often empty.

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