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Seahawks, MOPOP Team Up For Draft Party, New Exhibit
Exhibit celebrates 50 years of the Seattle Seahawks
By Rob Smith March 28, 2025
The Seattle Seahawks and MOPOP are teaming up for two nights of free NFL draft parties April 24 and 25.
The free party offers the first look at MOPOP’s new pop-up display Seahawks 50: A Legacy in Blue and Green. The exhibit showcases 50 years of Seahawks history and features items including game-worn gear, helmets and uniforms from different eras, and artifacts.
The event also features “Seahawks Legends” panels featuring past stars including Steve Largent, Jim Zorn, Jermaine Kearse and Matt Hasselbeck.
The Seahawks have several events planned to celebrate their 50th season, including plans for a special 50th-season theme game.
The event is free, but registration — which begins at 10 a.m. March 28 — is required.
The Seahawks have 10 draft picks this year, including five in the first three rounds. Their first pick is No. 18 overall.
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