Hours:
Thursday – Sunday
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Members get in to the museum for free!
Purchase tickets online or drop-in to the admissions desk.
Your tax-deductible gift brings local stories to life!
Help us run a fun and effective Museum!
More ways to visit:
- Researching our collections – Friday’s by appointment only.
- Regular Gallery Tours available (limit 10 people) by appointment only
- Private Behind the Scenes Tours (limit to 10 people) by appointment only
- Private event room rentals. $75 per hour, minimum 2 hours. 20 people. This includes private behind the scenes tours sharing unheard stories.
News:
Current Exhibits:
On-site, we have 43 exhibits representing the stories of the Highline area.
Nepantla: Painting the Space In-Between
Onview from: April 3rd – July 2nd 2026 Artist Reception: May 1st 2026 5-6:30 PM Location: Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St. Burien, WA 98166 Nepantla is a Nahuatl (Aztec language) term describing “being in the middle” or “the space in the middle.” Popularized by Chicana writer and scholar
Highline School District Timeline
Permanent exhibit on site at Highline Heritage Museum.
Upcoming Events:
Events
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Let’s Explore Washington!
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesJoin Teacher Nikki and Sami the Salmon in learning about Washington state, a free hands-on activities event for kids and families! The event takes place on May 5, from 2
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Rooted in White Center Documentary Film Screening
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesFree Film Screening - Rooted in White Center is a powerful testament to the deep-seated belonging of immigrants and refugees in the PNW. The docuseries explore the evolution of White
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A Musical Journey Celebrating 250 Years as a Country
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesPlease join us for a musical journey celebrating our country’s 250th anniversary. We’ve selected songs representing key historical events and eras: • The Early Years, including the Revolutionary War Period,
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Zentangle Art Classes
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesMeg Steele is a long-time resident of Burien and enjoys sharing her love of Zentangle with beginners and experienced artists alike. Meg holds a Bachelor's degree in Studio Art and
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7Stories: Oh, Mom!
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesWho hasn’t been held captive by a powerful story? 7 STORIES is a night of storytelling — to build community, empathy, and celebrate our diversity. Each 7 STORIES night has a theme and storytellers
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7Stories: On the Road Again
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesWho hasn’t been held captive by a powerful story? 7 STORIES is a night of storytelling — to build community, empathy, and celebrate our diversity. Each 7 STORIES night has a theme and storytellers
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7Stories: Animal Tales
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesWho hasn’t been held captive by a powerful story? 7 STORIES is a night of storytelling — to build community, empathy, and celebrate our diversity. Each 7 STORIES night has a theme and storytellers
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7Stories: Karma
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesWho hasn’t been held captive by a powerful story? 7 STORIES is a night of storytelling — to build community, empathy, and celebrate our diversity. Each 7 STORIES night has a theme and storytellers
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7Stories: Lessons Learned
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesWho hasn’t been held captive by a powerful story? 7 STORIES is a night of storytelling — to build community, empathy, and celebrate our diversity. Each 7 STORIES night has a theme and storytellers
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7Stories: Skeletons in the Closet
Highline Heritage Museum 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United StatesWho hasn’t been held captive by a powerful story? 7 STORIES is a night of storytelling — to build community, empathy, and celebrate our diversity. Each 7 STORIES night has a theme and storytellers