Arrive curious.
Leave inspired.
Imagine a world where all of us can live healthy and productive lives. Explore our exhibitions, learn about the work of the Gates Foundation and its partners, and be inspired to take action on causes you care about.
Hours and location
Open Wednesday – Saturday | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Public tour @ 2 p.m. | Toilet tour @ 3:30 p.m., Wednesday – Saturday
440 Fifth Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
Always free
Upcoming events and tours
Rethinking Higher Ed.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm PST
Discovery Center
A Documentary from Roadtrip Nation: This powerful film,follows the journeys of young adults navigating education and career pathways—offering a look at how postsecondary education can unlock opportunities and transform lives.
Giving Marketplace
Friday, December 5, 2025 – Saturday, December 6, 2025
Discovery Center
10 AM – 5 PM | Find unique gifts from dozens of vendors, with the proceeds supporting immigrants and refugees, women and girls, global health, education, the environment, and much more.
Featured Exhibition
A Better Way to Go
Toilets and the Future of Sanitation
Explore innovations, powerful stories, toilets of the future, art installations, and visions of resilient and sustainable sanitation systems.
Exhibition highlights
Climate-Smart Village
Climate change affects nearly every aspect of agriculture. See how innovations supported by foundation partners are making a difference.
25 Years of Progress
Over the past 25 years, the Gates Foundation and its partners have helped drive remarkable progress in global health and development.
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