Our mission is to collect and preserve the stories of the Highline area and its people through heritage, arts, and culture.
We believe that exploring everyone’s heritage is integral to learning what our community truly is.
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.
Upcoming Events:
Events
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More Than a Game: Soccer, Stories, & Identity in America
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
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Watch Party
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
Live Screening of Game 1
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Zentangle Art Classes
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
Meg 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 a Master’s degree in Organizational Development. She retired early from a successful career in Human Resources having worked locally for Starbucks, Swedish Medical Center, and Providence Health and Services, among others. Meg is a Certified Coach and works with individuals in transition, particularly retirees, women experiencing divorce and empty-nesters. She travels the country in her RV teaching art classes and coaching and returns to the Pacific Northwest for the glorious summers. […]
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7Stories: On the Road Again
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
Who 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 sign up and are selected in advance. Real stories are spellbinding and raw. They are not a theatrical performance, but true life stories from your friends, acquaintances, or someone you have never met. These stories are told from the heart. WE NEED YOU! Please consider sharing your true story…In the spirit of community and friendship. We will coach/help you as much as you would like. Sign up using our online form. To […]
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Taco Festival
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
A culturally grounded taco festival hosted at the Highline Heritage Museum that centers tacos as storytelling, and community identity. The event blends food, community voices, and cultural education into a public celebration. The festival is not only a food event but also a cultural experience featuring curated vendors, storytelling, and interactive installations that highlight the heritage of tacos across Mexico and the local community. Featuring: Curated taco vendors representing regional Mexican cuisine Story cards or QR codes sharing the origin of each dish Taco Stories – Storytelling and community engagement activities Live demonstrations (tortilla making, salsa tastings) Pop-up exhibit […]
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Zentangle Art Classes
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
Meg 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 a Master’s degree in Organizational Development. She retired early from a successful career in Human Resources having worked locally for Starbucks, Swedish Medical Center, and Providence Health and Services, among others. Meg is a Certified Coach and works with individuals in transition, particularly retirees, women experiencing divorce and empty-nesters. She travels the country in her RV teaching art classes and coaching and returns to the Pacific Northwest for the glorious summers. […]
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Frida Kahlo Festival
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
The Frida Kahlo Festival is a cultural event hosted at the Highline Heritage Museum on July 11, 2026, celebrating the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo. The festival features art exhibitions, live performances, a Mexican art market, educational programming, and interactive family activities designed to engage the community in Mexican cultural heritage and artistic expression. Featuring: Traditional Tehuana Dresses Exhibit Paintings Exhibit Face painting Live cultural performances Loteria game Frida Kahlo lecture Mexican Art Market
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Zentangle Art Classes
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
Meg 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 a Master’s degree in Organizational Development. She retired early from a successful career in Human Resources having worked locally for Starbucks, Swedish Medical Center, and Providence Health and Services, among others. Meg is a Certified Coach and works with individuals in transition, particularly retirees, women experiencing divorce and empty-nesters. She travels the country in her RV teaching art classes and coaching and returns to the Pacific Northwest for the glorious summers. […]
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7Stories: Animal Tales
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
Who 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 sign up and are selected in advance. Real stories are spellbinding and raw. They are not a theatrical performance, but true life stories from your friends, acquaintances, or someone you have never met. These stories are told from the heart. WE NEED YOU! Please consider sharing your true story…In the spirit of community and friendship. We will coach/help you as much as you would like. Sign up using our online form. To […]
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Multicultural Festival
Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, United States
A vibrant, youth-engaged celebration of culture, identity, and community. Hosted at the Highline Heritage Museum, the festival showcases creative work from young people and cultural groups through art, storytelling, performances, and interactive experiences. It creates a welcoming space where diverse voices are celebrated and shared, inviting the community to connect, learn, and experience the richness of cultural expression together.