7 Stories will explore theme of ‘Awkward’ at Highline Heritage Museum

Local residents will have the chance to hear, and share, personal stories during the next 7 Stories event, which takes place at the Highline Heritage Museum on Friday night, Aug. 22, 2025 with the theme “Awkward.”

This free event will be held at the museum from 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Organizers say the monthly storytelling night aims to build community, encourage empathy and celebrate diversity by featuring true tales told directly by community members.

Each storyteller is introduced by a host, who shares a short biography of each before they take the stage.

“These are not theatrical performances,” organizers noted. “They are real stories told from the heart — funny, powerful, and sometimes a little uncomfortable — by your friends, neighbors, and people you may be meeting for the first time.”

Storytellers Needed

Please consider sharing your true story…In the spirit of community and friendship.

Organizers will coach/help you as much as you would like.

To sign up, please fill out the form online or send an email to 7stories@burienculturehub.org.

Event staff offer coaching and can help coordinate bilingual two-person storytelling.

Parents are advised to use discretion, as not all stories may be appropriate for young listeners.

7 Stories is part of a community effort to promote connection through personal narratives, and organizers say they are always looking for new storytellers willing to share their experiences.

For more info, visit https://burienculturehub.org/7stories