Join the Whatcom Museum as we collect canned food and diapers for the Bellingham Food Bank, which has been serving our community since 1972. The food bank is community-driven and […]
The FIG Studio is a self-guided, self-exploratory play-to-learn, make-and-take space for young inquisitive minds to imagine, create, and innovate. Deck the halls with an original ornament! Paint a wooden disc or clear orb with a paint pen. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi People – […]
Visit the Artist’s Corner in the FIG Studio, which focuses on artists from around the world. The Artist’s Corner offers young guests an opportunity to explore a variety of materials and mediums to create art inspired by the featured artist. British artist Simon Beck applies his knowledge of cartography (map-making) to produce larger-than-life designs in […]
Get into the holiday spirit by visiting historic Old City Hall, all decked out for the season. View a variety of themed, decorated holiday trees in the Rotunda Room, participate in weekly holiday craft making, and enjoy the dazzling décor. Admission is by donation with proceeds going to support Museum exhibitions and programming. The Whatcom […]
Celebrate the artistic accomplishments of our community’s teen artists at the opening of our student-juried art competition. Teens from around the county submitted artworks reflecting the theme Moments of Learning and Growth. Juried and curated by our Youth Advisory Council (YAC), the exhibition showcases the perspectives and skills of these young artists. The Whatcom Museum […]
The Whatcom Museum is hosting two new juried (judged) art exhibitions, and both are free to attend on First Friday! On the first floor of the Lightcatcher, explore Bellingham National, which includes striking visual art pieces by artists from around the country. Artworks span sculpture, photography, textile and fiber, glass, video, painting, and illustration, but […]
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