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National Museum Day

Sat, Aug 8, 2026 • 10:00 AM—5:00 PM
4121 Harborview Dr Gig Harbor, WA 98332

About this event

It’s National Museum Day! Visit the Harbor History Museum (and so many others) for free. Our special feature of the day is an exhibit of artwork by Indian artist and illustrator Anushua Sinha, “Worlds to Wander.” Shua will share how she creates her amazing illustrations and the inspiration she finds in cultural traditions and the natural world.
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