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Vashon Heritage Museum

A free museum in downtown Vashon telling the history of Vashon-Maury Island, from its geologic origins to the present.

10105 SW Bank Road · Vashon, WA

About Vashon Heritage Museum

The Vashon Heritage Museum is on SW Bank Road in downtown Vashon. Its permanent exhibit is a walk through the island's history, from its geologic origins to the present day. Admission is free with donations welcome, and the building is wheelchair accessible. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday 1pm to 4pm, with Saturday hours from 10am May through September.

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