If you are in music, or not, must go place. There ...
If you are in music, or not, must go place. There is a sound lab, and that will make you choose one instrument you definitely want to learn afterwards. Value for my time.
If you are in music, or not, must go place. There is a sound lab, and that will make you choose one instrument you definitely want to learn afterwards. Value for my time.
This was a great time! Letting the kids see the history of pop culture and play in the jam rooms. For me it was great to see the nirvana exhibit and just experience the history.
Loving Prince having a wonderful time with my daughters.
If you are in Seattle, you should check this place out.
My favorite stop in Seattle. I spent about 3 hours here in awe of all the amazing, interesting, things this place had to offer. Aside from all the history, guitars, and memorabilia for Nirvana and Kurt Cobain (which was AWESOME), they have a ton of information and cool things to check out for Pearl Jam and Prince. If you're into music at all this place is for you. There are also syfy, fantasy, and horror sections. All very interesting. Worth every penny; not that it was expensive. I even bought some shirts, which I rarely do. Check it out - I doubt you'll be disappointed.
Great place to play musical instruments and leaning of musicians through history. The sound in movie genres was pretty cool.
SO MUCH COOL STUFF! My favorite is the Sci-fi gallery, but it's all really amazing!
This place was absolutely awesome, very cool exhibits and definitely a spot to visit if you're in Seattle.
Staff service is in place and very knowledgeable, suitable for young people.
Awesome place to spend the day! A bit pricey but WELL worth it. Great outdoor play area for kids. Amazing marvel exhibit. And the sound lab is incredible
By far one of the coolest museums I ve had the pleasure of visiting. So much to do and to see. A must! Not sure why I waited so long to make a visit.
It would be nice to have it in Korea. It said instrument playing games. exhibition. I didn't know how time was going.
I had no idea this would be that good! The photos in Google do little justice to what it actually is. The museum is absolutely massive and if you are a fan of movies and music, this is the place for you. You have guitars used by Hendrix and Kurt. You also get to see movie props and lots of other stuff. Its very kid friendly too
This place has tons of things to look at and many different themes that are very interesting. For the price though I don't think I would have gone if it hadn't been included in the Seattle City Pass.
The blade runner spinner at the entrance was overwhelming from the room size model. Recommended Places to Visit in Seattle ~
A great place if you know a lot about what the museum has to offer. As a musician I loved the music section and spent a fat minute just diddling around and exploring what they had
Oh man oh man oh man. I saw that one thing from that one movie that was like, super duper famous omg WHAT a good day that was
Museum is very well put together. I really enjoy the hands on indie games and sound lab!!!
Love love loved the Star trek exhibit! Interesting, attractive, and informative displays. What a fun place.
I was not expecting much but it was pretty awesome. I think my wife and I liked it more than our kids did since it was all the music and movies from our era. The kids loved the music lab and sou n.a. d garage.
Great museum for everybody! I always go everyone I visit Seattle. Nice mixture of music, film, tv, etc.
Really interesting museum, with a great range of Pop culture. The Marvel exhibition was great too.
If you are already visiting the Space Needle it is definitely worth your time to stop here. No matter what type of movies you enjoy there is something for you here
Loved the wearable art exhibit, the horror films exhibit (even though I don't like horror films), musical instruments exhibit, and several other fun exhibits. Had a cafe & bar on site too, which was good and handy.
Loved the Museum, only thing that was a pain was the lighting. Made it a struggle to get any good pictures.
This is a very peculiar place. First of all looks like a museum for a certain profile of people that matched perfectly with me. SciFi, Terror, Fantasy, guitar player and music lover. The music section of the museum is specially focused on the Seattle history and the rise of grunge and contra culture movement.
Is specially good the third floor where you can play different instruments.
Cool if you are into Pearl Jam, Nirvana and the whole Seattle music scene from the 90s. Or also have a lot of movie props from Sci-fi moves and horror movies. If you are going to see this and the Space Needle they sell a combo pack at a discounted rate that's worth looking into.
Overpriced. Messy. Cool guitars squeezed in random places. Descriptions - font displayed on a colour background-not contrasty, difficult to read. Light is bad, not prepared for museum. If you dont like noisy, not well behave kids-dont go.
Mopop was even better than I had hoped for. When I was there they had the Marvel exhibit, and with Stan Lee's recent death I have gone back several times to look at the pictures I took. The Nirvana exhibit was amazing, showing the bands influences and giving me more information about the band and it's members. I also really enjoyed the Hendrix exhibit. The sci-fi and horror exhibits were also very fun. I didn't have enough time to check out the gaming exhibit. There is so much to check out here, my advice is to try to go early during the day, and on a day that is not as busy.
Really great place to get more information on artists/music you love
Brought an out of town guest to experience the Seattle thang, we all had a blast!
This place is awesome! A lot to see! You have to go back more than once.
Loved the exhibits, especially Marvel. Returning to see it again soon!
Great exibits and wonderfully interactive. The new fantasy and horror exhibits were super well ddo
Worth it! It's got awesome exhibits of popular and relevant stuff. Great Nirvana exhibit as well. Is not too big that you will be exhausted but big enough to be full of some really great items. Location is great too. Walkable from downtown and right next to the needle and museum of glass.
Have some great exhibits. The Marvel one is huge and great for everyone
We went for the marvel exhibit and it was such a great experience. Honestly, I love museums but rarely want to see one twice. MoPop made that list.
Absolutely amazing! Super easy to get tickets for and the exhibits were top quality, definitely a bit of everything for everyone here.
The EMP Museum (formally known as the Experience Music Project and Science Fiction Museum) is quite possibly one of the coolest museums in the country. The museum is dedicated to all things popular culture, with a big (and I mean BIG) emphasis on music. The EMP is filled with everything your inner nerd could ever want including Dalek statues, original manuscripts from the Lord of the Rings, several of Lady Gaga s outfits, and Nirvana s first demo tape. There are exhibits ranging from the icons of science fiction to Jimi Hendrick s impact on London. In addition, the museum has several studio booths where patrons can record and actually purchase their sessions. Also, when you re finished you ll find that both the International Fountain and the Space Needle are right outside.
This place is always fun. I enjoy visiting it every time I visit Seattle.
O,my God. Why did I miss this museum before? Its perfect for teens. Or for kids elder than 8yo, I think so. And for parents too. Hendricks hall - guitars, guitars and music sarround. Movies - the best ones, like star trek. Videogames. And the best part (which is available for free no matter, even if you're not coming to the museum)- one of the best playground in the city for kids elder than 6.
Great exhibits, and we are excited to find a bar inside!
Very good place to visit as a family.
The entrance fee is very accessible
To get from the city to the MOPOP you can arrive by monorail you take it in Westlake Center to Seattle Center
If you have been here once, that's probably enough. Went for Prince exhibit and was underwhelmed. A couple artifacts and several pictures on the wall and music videos playing. Was bored. For a music exhibition place, it's pretty dull.
The variety and quality of the exhibition is great. I could have spent more time there.
Museum exhibits are arranged in an engaging way. There are interactive exhibits. Clean.
Fantastic Musuem for children and adults! They have a section where you can learn all sorts of instruments. Must see!
25$ for a small nirvana exhibit with a sprinkle of Hendrix. If it was 12$ this would be higher stars
Amazing architecture. The Hendrix display and Nirvana display were really cool. I visited after hours with a group so I didn't experience the typical service.
Great costumes and props, I can easily spend hours there. I wish there was a cafeteria.
Very nice museum! Liked the "Star Trek" exhibition. Sci-fi and rock exhibitions very great as well. Time really flew by :)
Best of all was the Star Trek/sci fi section, even though the material from the original sci fi museum on the history of science fiction was no longer on display. But there were lots of Trek and other contemporary sci fi costumes and props on display. Not quite as much selection in the main and Star Trek gift shops as I had hoped.
Loved it, lots to see snd learn about our pop idols.
Definitely a stop to make while your in Seattle. Reason I love this place is because it has exhibits of stuff I actually remember lol. Caters to all ages, and from some of my younger family members they loved the Marvel exhibit.
Love the horror/sci fi/ fantasy section. Also, the temporary exhibits can be cool too! Last time I went it was a great Marvel exhibit, and the time before was Star Trek!
Great exhibits. The wait in line to buy tickets was long and slow, almost intentionally so that people were coerced into buying memberships to avoid the lines.
Surprisingly fun place to spend an hour or two. Didn't expect much going in, but the Nintendo and Fantasy exhibits were stellar. In addition to perfectly themed rooms, they have interactive stations where you can play games or watch informative movies.
This was a truly unique experience. The staff was super helpful and the exhibits were phenominal. Food was on point and the price was right.
I saw the entire museum plus the marvel exhibit for 42 which included some perks like 10% off food(alcohol not included) and swag from gift shop.
Would suggest spending 1 hr watching the Jimmy hendrix experience. Great collection of hand written lyrics on hotel and flight notepads, truly encapsulates the wild life he was living, always on the go, and yet he simply hoped his lover would remember his gypsey eyes.
If you are in Seattle this is a must see. They update the exhibits regularly so you aren't always going to see the same thing.
It's a great place to learn about great Seattle musicians. I especially liked the interactive sound labs where you can learn to sing, play guitar, or the drums.
This place was amazing! I went two weekends in a row, one with my parents and one with a friend. I had a great time each time. The set up is great and I feel like there was a really good mix of items to look at and exhibits to enjoy. The staff was friendly and relatively knowledgeable and I think I'll absolutely go again.
MoPop is seriously so awesome! Went here as a volunteer for Seattle Mini MakerFaire last year and was given two complimentary guest passes. Took my girlfriend and we scoured the entire museum and loved it. Could easily spend a day here. We did, and we still didn't catch all the exhibits. Will be back for the next Faire and to check out the new exhibits!
Interesting museum about rock music, in general. It has a nice section on nirvana and Jimmy Hendrix. The guitar arrangement at the entrance is memorable. It also has a Sci-Fi section. But the best parts are usually the temporary exhibits: with costumes from star wars, star trek, Bugs Bunny...
In general, the MoPop was great. But I was disappointed when I entered at the Music Lab and there weren't lefty guitars or bass... With exhibits like Hendrix and Cobain, I had some hope that maybe I would be able to play a little on those instruments, but I guess I was wrong... so, guys, you need more lefty instruments !!
Not a fan of busy places but MARVEL exhibit. Had to go. Pretty cool.
Experience Music Project (EMP) is a unique museum located in Seattle, Washington. The museum is also known as the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP). It was founded by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen in 2000 and has since become one of the most popular tourist attractions in Seattle.
MoPOP is home to some of the world's most immersive pop culture experiences. The museum showcases iconic moments in TV, rock n roll music, science fiction, and much more. Visitors can explore exhibits that cover everything from Jimi Hendrix to Star Trek.
One of the main draws of MoPOP is its extensive collection of artifacts related to popular culture. The museum has over 140,000 objects in its collection, including costumes worn by famous musicians and actors, original manuscripts from science fiction authors like Ray Bradbury and Isaac Asimov, and rare photographs documenting important moments in pop culture history.
In addition to its impressive collection of artifacts, MoPOP also hosts a variety of events throughout the year. These events include concerts featuring both established and up-and-coming musicians, film screenings showcasing classic movies as well as new releases from independent filmmakers around the world.
The museum's architecture is another highlight for visitors. Designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry, MoPOP's building features a striking exterior made up of undulating metal panels that reflect light differently depending on the time of day.
MoPOP's commitment to education is evident through its many programs designed for students and educators alike. The museum offers workshops on topics ranging from songwriting to filmmaking as well as field trips for school groups interested in learning more about pop culture history.
Overall Experience Music Project/Museum Of Pop Culture (MoPop) offers an unforgettable experience for visitors interested in exploring all aspects of popular culture. With its extensive collection of artifacts related to music, film/TV shows & sci-fi literature along with exciting events throughout the year there’s something here for everyone!