In the Spirit Northwest Native Arts Festival

Saturday, Aug. 8 @ 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

21st Annual IN THE SPIRIT Arts Market & Northwest Native Festival
Saturday, August 8, 2026 – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
FREE at The Washington State History Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, and Museum of Glass

Join us in celebrating 21 years of IN THE SPIRIT! This free community festival features live music, art exhibitions, a fashion show, artisan vendors, interactive activities, food, and complimentary museum admission. Don’t miss this summertime celebration of Native arts and culture! IN THE SPIRIT is hosted collaboratively by the Washington State History Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, and the Museum of Glass.

All-Day Events
Washington State History Museum – 1911 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma

Free admission
Arts Market on the plaza and Washington State History Musem Lobby featuring over 40 artisan vendors
Tacoma Art Museum – 1701 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma

Free admission
Museum of Glass – 1801 Dock Street, Tacoma

Free admission
Glass art demonstration by Dan Friday (Lummi Nation) in the Hot Shop
Glass Fest Northwest

Free

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