Two big updates are launching today for Seattle Asian Art Museum — its new “Meot” exhibit is making a debut + the museum will once again be open on Wednesdays.
To celebrate the schedule change, the museum is offering free admission on Wednesday, Aug. 28 — its first Wednesday of operation since 2020.
Enthusiasts can also stop in and explore “Meot,” a 60+ piece series from the late Seattleite art patron Frank Bayley’s personal collection and works from a few of his close Korean artist friends. Comprised of ceramics, calligraphy, paintings, and wooden works, “Meot” — a Korean term meaning charm, style, and refined aesthetic sensibilities — blends traditional artworks and contemporary artistic expressions for a seamless exploration of creativity and Korean identity.
The intentional mixing of historic Korean art — dating as far back as the 12th century — with contemporary works showcases how current artists engage with past techniques while creating new expressions.
Plan your visit
- Museum hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Admission prices: $15-$18 for adults, $13-$16 for 65+ and military, $10-$13 for students and teens, free for children 14 and under
- Discounted options: Free First Thursdays, Seattle Public Library museum passes
