YOUR MEMBERSHIP contribution supports an extraordinary array of arts, history and nature programming. From after school art programs in the Family Interactive Gallery, to world class art exhibitions in the Lightcatcher building, and exhibits celebrating the rich and storied history of our region, Whatcom Museum has something for everyone. We invite you to become a member of the Whatcom Museum today. As a member, you’ll receive a variety of valuable benefits, including:

  • Free general admission to all buildings
  • Discounted admission to selected programs and events
  • 1 single-use Guest Pass
  • 10% discount in Museum Store
  • 10% discount in Lightcatcher Café
  • Annual subscription to Inside Whatcom Museum
  • Recognition in member listing in Inside Whatcom Museum
  • Invitations to members-only exhibition previews
  • Discount coupons for participating local businesses

All membership contributions are tax deductible to the greatest extent allowable by law.

$50 | INDIVIDUAL
1 named adult
All general benefits
2 total single-use Guest Passes

$75 | FAMILY
2 named adults of same household and their children or grandchildren (under age 18)
All general benefits
4 total single-use Guest Passes
2-for-1 admission coupons to member museums
of the Northwest Association of Youth Museums

$150* | SMITHSONIAN SUSTAINER
2 named adults of same household and their children or grandchildren (under age 18)
All general benefits
8 total single-use Guest Passes
Annual subscription to Smithsonian Magazine
Discounts on Smithsonian catalog and online purchases
Reciprocal membership at over 400 participating museums in the US, Canada and Mexico

$250* | CONTRIBUTOR
2 named adults of same household and their children or grandchildren (under age 18)
All SMITHSONIAN SUSTAINER benefits
Coupon for one complimentary print from the Museum’s Photo Archives
One complimentary exhibition catalogue from a home-curated exhibition (our choice)
An invitation for two to a reception with a visiting artist

$500* | PATRON
2 named adults of same household and their children or grandchildren (under age 18)
All CONTRIBUTOR benefits
One gift membership (Family or Individual)
An exclusive curator tour of a major exhibit

$1,000* | 1892 CLUB
2 named adults of same household and their children or grandchildren (under age 18)
All PATRON benefits
Priority registration for Museum-sponsored travel tours
A complimentary private event rental of the Lightcatcher lobby and hallway (on a mutually agreeable date)

Also available:
$30 | AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP

1 named adult with valid student, military or senior (age 62+) identification, or professional artists and educators
All general benefits

$60 | DUAL SENIOR
2 named adults (age 62+) of the same household
All general benefits

*$12 is not tax deductible

LIGHTCATCHER
Tuesday - Sunday, noon to 5pm.
250 Flora Street, Bellingham, WA  98225

OLD CITY HALL
Thursday - Sunday, noon to 5pm, for select programs.
121 Prospect Street, Bellingham, WA  98225

PHOTO ARCHIVES
Wednesday- Friday, 1 to 5 pm.
201 Prospect Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

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