Jun 13 Saturday
This endurance cycling event is designed for those who wish to challenge their physical abilities to the maximum while enjoying the lushness of Olympic National Forest. Participants can ride short (25-35 miles), medium (45-55 miles), or long (65-80 miles) distances on a combination of paved and unpaved surfaces, while enjoying towering evergreens and vivid green moss and ferns. There are both competitive and non-competitive Gran Fondo style divisions, all are welcome to give the Gravel Unravel a try on their own terms. Swag and post-race hot food included, plus awards and beer garden. A portion of event proceeds will support local non-profit organizations.
Grab your galoshes and get ready to discover art where you least expect it in BIMA’s Treasure Trek: A Glass Float Seek & Keep!
This summer, 200 hand-blown glass orbs will be hidden on public lands across Kitsap County just waiting to be discovered and treasured by intrepid art lovers like yourself. The rules are simple: you find it, you keep it! (Please only take one per person so more people can enjoy the hunt.)
The orbs will be hidden in parks, on trails and beaches, and throughout public lands across Kitsap County. Never quite in plain sight, the floats could be behind a log, in a tree, in a hollowed-out stump, under a bush, or other spots that help camouflage the grapefruit-sized artworks. But there’s no need to go tromping around off-trail, these translucent treasures will always be about an arm’s reach from marked pathways.
These glass orbs stamped with BIMA’s logo are created by Hilltop Artists, a Tacoma-based youth development arts non-profit. These young glassblowers will create 200 unique “floats” inspired by the glass fishing net floats used by Japanese fisherman.
Found one? It’s yours to keep! Keep just one, but continue to hunt and share photos if you’d like—post your find on social media with the hashtag #BIMATreasureTrek and be entered to win one of five prize packages. Plus, tag us at @bimuseum.of.art so we can reshare your photos!
Our first float drop will be June 1, 2026 and more will be hidden over the next two weeks, so don’t give up if you don’t find one on your first outing.
Welcome to The World’s Game Weekend: a two-day tournament of film, fandom, and all things fútbol. From first whistle to the final play, it’s a weekend that celebrates the culture, community, and global impact of the game—only at MOPOP.
Saturday, June 13 | Full Lineup of Programming:
Member Morning | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM- Early access for members featuring a special screening of Pelé: Birth of a Legend
Icons of Soccer Artifact Spotlight | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM- A limited-time artifact spotlight in partnership with Julien’s Auctions
UW Soccer Clinic | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM- Free with admission youth camp featuring high-energy drills and gameplay led by the UW Men’s 2025 National Championship team in Sky Church
In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the Washington State Historical Society invites you to explore the history of building the State History Museum. 30 Years and Counting: The Making of the Washington State History Museum is a special exhibition that uncovers the vision, effort, and community spirit that brought this iconic Tacoma landmark to life.
Discover the bold ideas and architectural ingenuity that shaped the museum’s distinctive look. From early sketches to final blueprints, see how the building’s design reflects both innovation and reverence for Washington’s past. Go behind the scenes of the museum’s construction. Through photographs and artifacts from the building process, witness how a dream took shape—brick by brick, beam by beam.
Staff Picks: 30 Objects for 30 Years
In a special feature area, museum staff share their favorite objects from the collection—each one a personal reflection on the power of history to inspire, surprise, and connect us.
Never Turn Back: Echoes of African American Music unveils the profound legacy of Gospel, Blues, Jazz, and Soul artists who shaped the soundscape of American culture and used their music as instruments of resistance, identity, and representation.
Gospel, Blues, Jazz, and Soul embody the profound influence of African American music on culture and history. From the spiritual foundations and transformative movements of Gospel hymns to the revolutionary improvisations of Jazz, the Blues’ Southern roots rising from the Mississippi Delta, and Soul’s powerful amplification of the Civil Rights and Black Power Movements, these genres have defined the unique sound and undying spirit of a nation that continues to echo through contemporary Black music today.
This is a permanent exhibition. Since time immemorial, Tribal nations have existed in this place we call Washington. This Is Native Land invites visitors to understand Washington State through the lived experiences and voices of its Native people.
Tribal nations are sovereign nations. Today, Native history, culture, and community thrive in our state. Through everyday acts of sovereignty – big and small – Indigenous peoples demonstrate they are still here, they have persevered, and they will always be here.
This Is Native Land is guided by three teachings:We are of the land and watersWith knowledge comes responsibilitySovereignty protects people, lands, and waters
These teachings are shared through multimedia, artwork, and interactive objects designed for guest engagement. They represent a contemporary continuation of Tribal stories and traditions.
Over 100 Native contributors from more than 60 Tribes shaped the exhibition’s stories and content. We thank the Native Advisory Committee and all community participants for their contributions.
LeMay – America’s Car Museum proudly presents The Birth of the American Supercar, a groundbreaking exhibition guest curated by renowned automotive innovator Steve Saleen. This one-of-a-kind display invites guests on an exhilarating journey through the evolution of American supercars. From early speed pioneers to cutting-edge modern marvels, visitors will experience a stunning lineup of vehicles that have redefined engineering, speed, and style, built by a wide range of American automotive manufacturers like Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Saleen himself, and even some more obscure ones like Vector, Cunningham, and Hennessey. From roaring V8s to sleek carbon-fiber bodies, discover how American automakers pushed boundaries, challenged European rivals, and redefined what a supercar could be. This exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see some of the most thrilling and historically significant American-made performance vehicles ever built—all under one roof.
Discover the beauty of rosemaling with our popular painting class!
Enhance your design skills by exploring the rich tradition of Norwegian folk art. This class covers a variety of regional styles, including Telemark, Hallingdal, and Gudbrandsdal. Students will have the opportunity to paint on both decorative and practical objects.
Supplies:Bring your own, or purchase on the day of the program using cash or check!You will need a basic acrylic paint set and small flat and round paint brushes (see a supply guide here(Opens an external site)). Please note that supply fees must be paid in cash or by check if you are purchasing on the day of your class.
Class Details:Classes will be held on Friday/Saturday of each weekend during this three week period. Styles Covered: Telemark, Hallingdal, Gudbrandsdal, and more.Skill Levels: All levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced artists.Class Recommendations: Drop in to a single class or join them all! We recommend registering for at least three classes for the best experience.
“Every piece I create, from the humblest tumbler to the most baroque sculpture, makes a statement about isolation, striving, access, perseverance, boundary pushing, and the pursuit of excellence. I believe my presence in the field as a working-class Black man, striving and excelling in a field occupied chiefly by society’s most privileged (whitest), is a powerful artistic and political gesture. “—Jason McDonald
Glass vessels evocative of the highly ornamented Baroque style, black silhouettes embedded in scenes on ancient pottery vessels, and medallion reliefs of Black figures all abide in the deliberate, expansive practice of Jason McDonald. McDonald’s visual language is deeply rooted in research of ancient histories, traditional techniques, and race. Here, contemporary ideas blend and transform tradition with caring attention to detail, precision in thought, and beauty. Motivated by glass—with its magical properties, myriads of endless possibilities and potential—McDonald’s devotion lies in the desire to refine the craft, making his hands more familiar and knowledgeable with each replication. Through his repetition and re-imagination of these historical forms, the objects transform into sculptures and vessels of time, carrying with them the essence of centuries-old traditions, as well as McDonald’s commitment and insertion of the representation and notions of Black identity. With a commitment to the craft that transcends his own work, McDonald diligently carves out space for those who will follow him through mentoring and the creation of his own glass studio, which he has named Ideal Conditions.
Organized by Tacoma Art Museum and curated by Victoria Miles.
Participate in honoring Indigenous traditions at Indigenous People Festival on Saturday, June 13 at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Mural Amphitheatre. Produced in partnership with Seattle Indian Health Board (SIHB), this free all-ages community celebration showcases the rich heritage of Pacific Northwest American Indian and Alaska Native tribes through dynamic arts, authentic cuisine, and exciting cultural experiences.
Enjoy festive cultural and traditional performances, including dancing, drumming, flute music, singing, and a drag story time on the Armory and Mural Amphitheatre stages. Performers include Holli B. Sinclair, JP Falcon Gradi, Alaska Kuteeyaa Dancers, Peter Ali, Red Eagle Soaring, Cynthia Masterson, DJ Big Rez, Ryan Yellowjohn, Blue Lightning Canoe Family, and Blue Horne Canoe Family.
Shop from over 70 vendors showcasing Native cultures, including delicious food, and traditional craft and art merchants. For those 21+, relax and catch up with friends at the indoor beer garden sponsored by BIPOC-owned breweries Bow & Arrow Brewery and Metier Brewing.
Spend time learning about Indigenous art and culture through exhibits and activities, including an art gallery on the Armory Loft/Third Level, and a special exhibit on the Armory Main Level of Modern Indigeneity, featuring visual artwork of all kinds, from paintings and beadwork to fiber arts and carvings.
Indigenous People Festival is part of Seattle Center Festál, a year-round series of 25 free cultural festivals. Learn more about Festál (seattlecenter.com/festal).
