You'll usually spot a kite or two while you're on any of the Washington beaches, but if you've never given a second thought to these colorful toys, it's worth paying a visit to the World Kite Museum .

The exhibits cover topics like the history of kites and the many practical ways in which they've been used over the years, and of course, there are plenty of kites on display. The museum is open year-round, but the best time to come is during the third week of August, when the International Kite Festival takes place and hundreds of kites take to the sky.

World Kite Museum, 303 SW Sid Snyder Dr, Long Beach, WA 98631, Phone: 360-642-4020

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