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SAM Open House

Fri May 23 2025

6–9 pm

Seattle Asian Art Museum

Free with RSVP

Installation view of Suchitra Mattai: she walked in reverse and found their songs at Seattle Asian Art Museum, 2025, photo: Natali Wiseman.

SAM Open House is a recurring series of free community events that invite our friends, partners, and community members for an evening of gallery tours, performances, relaxing music, and delicious drinks and snacks.

This edition will feature objects in Seattle Asian Art Museum's collection and the new exhibition by Suchitra Mattai, she walked in reverse and found their songs.

RSVP for this free event to reserve your spot while supplies last. Space is limited so reserve soon for a night of learning, live music, DJs, comedy, and more! More details about the evening’s scheduled performances coming soon!

Tours are limited capacity and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

This is an all-ages event with a cash bar and food for purchase. Alcohol is available for purchase for guests 21+ with valid ID.

6 pm
Doors Open

6-8:30 pm
Alvord Boardroom
Snap a pic and share the story of what you're wearing at our photobooth! Take your printed photo and create memory masterpieces with Deco details, stickers, washi tape, and more!

6-9 pm
Fuller Garden Court
Share the recipe to your favorite memory and add it to our community recipe box!

Get lost in time with DJ maryjane’s upbeat, vintage beats!

6:15–6:45 pm; 8–8:30 pm
Relax to the lo-fi-inspired music and mesmerizing vocals of Kenshi Killzzz.

7–7:45 pm
Laugh it out with a hilarious comedy show produced and presented by Dewa Dorje featuring comedians Rohini and Min Lin.

6:15–6:45 pm
Special Exhibition Gallery
Dive into Suchitra Mattai’s lush and dream-like works with a guided tour of she walked in reverse and found their songs from José Carlos Diaz, SAM’s Susan Brotman Deputy Director for Art.

Major Sponsor
Amazon

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