Celebrating Native Voices, Art, & Literacy with Owen Oliver (Quinault/Isleta Pueblo)
2025-03-27 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

7Stories - Animal Tales
2025-03-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
The suggested theme for March is “Animal Tales.”
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful, funny, or frightening story? 7 STORIES is a night of such 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. Each program is introduced by our host for the evening, with a short bio of each storyteller.
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. To sign up fill out the form online or email us at 7stories@burienculturehub.org.
Parents should use discretion when deciding whether to include children. Not all stories will be appropriate for young listeners.
We can help coordinate the logistics of a 2-person bilingual story. Storytellers can apply through a very short application process.

On the Waterfront
2025-04-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
Frank Zellerhoff recounts working for the Milwaukee Road’s unique rail barge operation on the Seattle waterfront in the 1970s. Presentation will be followed by a live oral history interview with Mr. Zellerhoff.
Presented by Pacific Northwest Railroad Archive

Holi Festival Family Workshop
2025-04-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
Join us in celebrating Holi – the South Asian Festival of colors welcoming Spring!

7Stories - Hidden Truths
2025-04-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
The suggested theme for April is “Hidden Truths.”
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful, funny, or frightening story? 7 STORIES is a night of such 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. Each program is introduced by our host for the evening, with a short bio of each storyteller.
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. To sign up fill out the form online or email us at 7stories@burienculturehub.org.
Parents should use discretion when deciding whether to include children. Not all stories will be appropriate for young listeners.
We can help coordinate the logistics of a 2-person bilingual story. Storytellers can apply through a very short application process.

7Stories - First Time
2025-05-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
The suggested theme for May is “First Time.”
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful, funny, or frightening story? 7 STORIES is a night of such 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. Each program is introduced by our host for the evening, with a short bio of each storyteller.
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. To sign up fill out the form online or email us at 7stories@burienculturehub.org.
Parents should use discretion when deciding whether to include children. Not all stories will be appropriate for young listeners.
We can help coordinate the logistics of a 2-person bilingual story. Storytellers can apply through a very short application process.

2025 Pirate Themed Fundraiser
2025-06-08 17:00 - 20:00 | The Cove at Normandy Park, 1500 SW Shorebrook Dr, Normandy Park, WA 98166, Normandy Park, 98166, United States
2025 Pirate Themed Fundraiser
The Highline Heritage Museum will celebrate its sixth anniversary on the evening of Sunday, June 8, 2025. This fundraising event will take place at the Cove at Normandy Park, feature special guest speakers, community partnerships, acknowledgement of Highline High School 100th Anniversary (The Pirates), reflections on the last 6 years, and previews of what’s ahead. In support of the event’s Pirate’s theme, all attendees will be encouraged to have fun wearing an outfit.

Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Time: 5 PM
Location: The Cove at Normandy Park1500 SW Shorebrook Dr., Normandy Park, WA 98166
Anticipated Attendance: 200
Tickets: Members: $75Non-members: $100
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At the event, we will feature:

Keynote, Highline High School Principal Clint Sallee
Special acknowledgement of Highline High School’s 100th Anniversary (The Pirates)
Highline High School’s Drill Team
Special guest speakers
Sea Shanties live performances
Caribbean food (with some Rum)
Reflections on the last six years, and previews of what’s ahead.
Community partnerships network opportunities
In support of the event’s Pirate theme, all attendees will be encouraged to have fun wearing an outfit or festive attire.
And more!

Normandy Park, location of our 2025 fundraiser

The Highline Pirates, Highline High School Band – 1930

7Stories - Rude Awakenings
2025-06-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
The suggested theme for June is “Rude Awakenings.”
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful, funny, or frightening story? 7 STORIES is a night of such 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. Each program is introduced by our host for the evening, with a short bio of each storyteller.
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. To sign up fill out the form online or email us at 7stories@burienculturehub.org.
Parents should use discretion when deciding whether to include children. Not all stories will be appropriate for young listeners.
We can help coordinate the logistics of a 2-person bilingual story. Storytellers can apply through a very short application process.

7Stories - Letting Go
2025-07-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
The suggested theme for July is “Letting Go.”
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful, funny, or frightening story? 7 STORIES is a night of such 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. Each program is introduced by our host for the evening, with a short bio of each storyteller.
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. To sign up fill out the form online or email us at 7stories@burienculturehub.org.
Parents should use discretion when deciding whether to include children. Not all stories will be appropriate for young listeners.
We can help coordinate the logistics of a 2-person bilingual story. Storytellers can apply through a very short application process.

7Stories - Awkward
2025-08-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
The suggested theme for August is “Awkward.”
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful, funny, or frightening story? 7 STORIES is a night of such 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. Each program is introduced by our host for the evening, with a short bio of each storyteller.
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. To sign up fill out the form online or email us at 7stories@burienculturehub.org.
Parents should use discretion when deciding whether to include children. Not all stories will be appropriate for young listeners.
We can help coordinate the logistics of a 2-person bilingual story. Storytellers can apply through a very short application process.

Private Museum Members Reception
2025-08-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
We have five new exhibits at the museum! Come join us for their opening!
Click here to become a member!

7Stories - Way Too Close
2025-09-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
The suggested theme for September is “Way Too Close.”
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful, funny, or frightening story? 7 STORIES is a night of such 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. Each program is introduced by our host for the evening, with a short bio of each storyteller.
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. To sign up fill out the form online or email us at 7stories@burienculturehub.org.
Parents should use discretion when deciding whether to include children. Not all stories will be appropriate for young listeners.
We can help coordinate the logistics of a 2-person bilingual story. Storytellers can apply through a very short application process.

7Stories - The One That Got Away
2025-10-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
The suggested theme for October is “The One That Got Away.”
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful, funny, or frightening story? 7 STORIES is a night of such 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. Each program is introduced by our host for the evening, with a short bio of each storyteller.
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. To sign up fill out the form online or email us at 7stories@burienculturehub.org.
Parents should use discretion when deciding whether to include children. Not all stories will be appropriate for young listeners.
We can help coordinate the logistics of a 2-person bilingual story. Storytellers can apply through a very short application process.

with love, Burien: Community Mailbox Letter Writing Project
2025-11-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
Come write letters with Anna from Pidge Post Studios! Letter writing will have prompts related to our great community and can be included in an upcoming exhibition in early January!

Let's Play a Story: An Evening with Board Game Designer Steve Edmiston
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
Steve shares his adventures in the board game trade, from creating a game for his children, to his co-founded company receiving the Toy of the Year award at the NYC Times Square FAO Schwartz. It’s a story of design, creativity, entrepreneurship, and competition with the titans of the game and toy world.

A Night at the Museum
2025-11-22 16:00 - 18:00
Presented by Highline Public Schools Native Education | 3PM – Highline Heritage Museum will hold their Annual Meeting to cover all the amazing things that happened in 2025! Everyone welcomed!

Actor-Director Miska Kajanus' Workshop: Working Together
2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
To continue Finland’s Independence Day celebrations, meet and join Actor-Director Miska Kajanus in this workshop!

La Posada
2025-12-13 17:00 - 20:00
The Highline Heritage Museum invites the community to its annual “La Posada” celebration offering a lively evening that immerses attendees in the rich cultural holiday traditions of Mexico.
People of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to join the celebration, which is designed to foster cultural understanding and community connection.

Chanukah Celebration
2025-12-14 16:30 - 18:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
Celebrate and learn about Chanukah’s traditions, the Festival of Lights.

Kwanzaa Workshop
2025-12-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

7Stories: New Beginnings
2026-01-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, 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 find out more about telling your story read our Rules & Guidelines.

Lakeya Afolalu: Art, Creativity & Immigrant Youth
2026-01-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
In this talk, explore how immigrant and transnational youth, particularly girls of color, use the arts to express their identities while navigating transnational lives and multilingualism.

Your Family Treasures Workshop
2026-01-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

Love at the Museum
2026-02-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

Our 50 States: Hands-on Activities for Kids and Families
2026-02-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

7Stories: Blind Date/Love is Blind
2026-02-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

Highline Twin Peaks Festival
2026-02-28 12:00 - 21:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
Schedule

February 27 | 5:00 PM
Member Preview at the Museum – 5pm to 7pm
Highline Heritage Museum
Exclusive member preview on Friday, February 27th, celebrating Twin Peaks at the Highline Heritage Museum. Bruce Bickford Permanent Display Opening Unveiling of the permanent display of the Twin Peaks Diorama. Cherry Pie and Damn Fine Coffee Available throughout the evening. Awesome Display of Twin Peaks Memorabilia Props, costumes, and artifacts from all three seasons. Free admission with Highline Heritage Museum membership.

February 28 | 12:00 PM
Twin Peaks Day at the Museum – 12PM to 5PM
Highline Heritage Museum
A full afternoon celebrating Twin Peaks at the Highline Heritage Museum. Bruce Bickford Permanent Display Opening Unveiling of the permanent display of the Twin Peaks Diorama. Cherry Pie and Damn Fine Coffee Available throughout the afternoon. Awesome Display of Twin Peaks Memorabilia Props, costumes, and artifacts from all three seasons. Free admission!

February 28 | 4:30 PM
The Symbolic Landscapes: Decoding David Lynch’s Visual Language in Twin Peaks
Tin Room Theatre
Lynch’s signature “Lynchian” visual style draws inspiration from classic Hollywood cinema, film noir, and surrealist painters like Salvador Dalí and René Magritte, creating a visual language that transcends conventional television. In this 70-minute presentation, we’ll explore the iconography that defines Twin Peaks—a work that uses recurring visual motifs including red curtains, mirrors, doppelgangers, and theatrical lighting to create a unified artistic world.

For more information, visit the festival website.

Diane Johnston - Hidden Layers: Women's Undergarments and How They've Shaped Ladies' Liberties
2026-03-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

Reading and Q&A
2026-03-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
Reading and Q&A for Evidence of Becoming Brave – Adventures of a Travel Nurse by L. McGuire

Women in Music Concert
2026-03-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Highline Heritage Museum, 819 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
