Browse local independent boutiques, vintage stores, and specialty shops galore.
Savor an unparalleled food scene — from casual cafés to fine dining.
Wet your whistle at a boatload of bars and breweries.
Discover fun at local festivities.
Immerse yourself in Ballard's Indigenous roots and Scandinavian history.
Engage with maritime culture and marvel at marine life.
Find everything you need nestled between charming shops and restaurants.
Relax, pamper and rejuvenate at local spas, gyms, and salons.
A city-within-a-city, Ballard is a vibrant urban village packed with everything under the sun. We invite you to spend a day, a week—or lifetime—exploring hundreds of small businesses and destinations.
Come and celebrate Moomin Day and Tove Jansson’s birthday at the Museum.
Craft, eat, and learn more about the remarkable author and illustrator behind Moominvalley. We will have family-friendly activities throughout the Museum all day long, including:
Moomin facepainting
Fika with cookies and lemonade
Children’s craft activities
Moomin movies playing in Osberg Great Hall
Included with Paid Museum Admission
