Museum of Northwest ArtAbout Museum of Northwest Art
The Museum of Northwest Art is a regional art museum in La Conner, Washington, dedicated to art from the Pacific Northwest. Its mission emphasizes artists and movements that have shaped the region’s visual culture.
Exhibition galleries host rotating solo and group shows of painting, sculpture, photography, and related media by Pacific Northwest artists. The museum also runs public events, artist talks, and education initiatives tailored to local audiences.
The museum was established by local arts supporters to document and exhibit the region’s art history and contemporary practices, and it has developed a program of temporary exhibitions and community outreach. Over time it has built relationships with regional artists, collectors, and cultural organizations.
Situated in the small waterfront town of La Conner in Skagit County, the museum is accessible from the I-5 corridor and serves both local residents and visitors to the Skagit Valley.
- Scope: Located in La Conner, the museum concentrates on artists and movements from the U.S. Pacific Northwest.
- Exhibitions: Operates rotating exhibitions and community programs that highlight painting, sculpture, and craft from the region.
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Best Time to Visit Museum of Northwest Art
Best in summer when local festivals energize the museum, or in shoulder seasons for quieter contemplation.
Weather & Climate near Museum of Northwest Art
Museum of Northwest Art's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (719 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 2° - 8° | 2° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 2° - 9° | 3° | 65 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 4° - 11° | 5° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 5° - 14° | 8° | 54 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 17° | 12° | 47 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 10° - 19° | 14° | 43 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 28 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 22° | 17° | 28 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 42 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 15° | 11° | 64 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 10° | 5° | 100 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 2° - 8° | 2° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Museum of Northwest Art
La Conner is on the Swinomish Channel in northwest Washington State. From I-5, take exit 230 to State Route 20 west toward Burlington and continue to La Conner. The town is also served by regional buses; parking is available in downtown lots a short walk from the museum.
Tips for Visiting Museum of Northwest Art
- Check the museum's calendar for artist talks and open studios - the MOHA tends to host the regional art community actively.
- Park in the historic downtown and walk to the museum to appreciate the small-town collection in context with local galleries.