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 couldn't do what they do without the support from donors, volunteers, and partners. Please bring non-expired canned goods and disposable diapers (all sizes needed) to […]
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. How can we create a kinder world? Design a paper globe and trace colorful “helping hands” that showcase acts of kindness. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – […]
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. Saif Azzuz is a Libyan-Yurok artist who uses bright colors and Native iconography to highlight […]
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. How can we create a kinder world? Design a paper globe and trace colorful “helping hands” that showcase acts of kindness. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – […]
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. Saif Azzuz is a Libyan-Yurok artist who uses bright colors and Native iconography to highlight […]
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. How can we create a kinder world? Design a paper globe and trace colorful “helping hands” that showcase acts of kindness. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – […]
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. Saif Azzuz is a Libyan-Yurok artist who uses bright colors and Native iconography to highlight […]
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. How can we create a kinder world? Design a paper globe and trace colorful “helping hands” that showcase acts of kindness. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – […]
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. Saif Azzuz is a Libyan-Yurok artist who uses bright colors and Native iconography to highlight […]
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. How can we create a kinder world? Design a paper globe […]
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 […]
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. Saif Azzuz is a Libyan-Yurok artist who uses bright colors and Native iconography to highlight […]
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. Sometimes, self-care is as simple as stopping to smell the fall flowers. Using markers, paper towels, and clay, construct a vibrant 3-D marigold. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the […]
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. Saif Azzuz is a Libyan-Yurok artist who uses bright colors and Native iconography to highlight […]
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. Sometimes, self-care is as simple as stopping to smell the fall flowers. Using markers, paper towels, and clay, construct a vibrant 3-D marigold. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the […]
Join the Whatcom County Historical Society for a local history program by Don Wight in the Rotunda Room of Old City Hall. Visit the Whatcom County Historical Society’s website to learn more about the topic and speaker. $5 suggested donation/Members free The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish […]
The Whatcom Museum campus will be closed today in observation of Veterans Day. Visit us tomorrow—check our admissions page for more information. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi People – and the Nuxwsá7aq – Nooksack People – who have lived in the Coast Salish region from time […]
Join us in the Family Interactive Gallery (FIG) on the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. – noon for creative STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) challenges that are fun for the whole family. Practice measurement and soothe away the rainy blues with this two-ingredient dough. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we […]
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. Sometimes, self-care is as simple as stopping to smell the fall flowers. Using markers, paper towels, and clay, construct a vibrant 3-D marigold. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the […]
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. Saif Azzuz is a Libyan-Yurok artist who uses bright colors and Native iconography to highlight […]
Please join Portland Art Museum curator and guest juror Grace Kook-Anderson, fellow Whatcom Museum members, and featured exhibition artists for a reception to celebrate the opening of the exhibition Acts of Healing and Repair. Bellingham National is a biennial showcase of artists' work from across the country, both established and up-and-coming. This year's exhibition will […]
On Sunday, November 12, Grace Kook-Anderson will give a public walkthrough of the exhibition. Meet in Old City Hall (121 Prospect St.) for Grace's talk, then join us at the Lightcatcher (250 Flora St.) to view the exhibition together. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi […]
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. Sometimes, self-care is as simple as stopping to smell the fall flowers. Using markers, paper towels, and clay, construct a vibrant 3-D marigold. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the […]
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. Saif Azzuz is a Libyan-Yurok artist who uses bright colors and Native iconography to highlight […]
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. Yayoi Kusama is a contemporary Japanese artist who specializes in unique dot abstraction and glowing […]
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. Explore literacy and community building in this interactive writing craft! Trace letters on paper buildings to create a city based on your name. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the […]
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. Yayoi Kusama is a contemporary Japanese artist who specializes in unique dot abstraction and glowing […]
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. Explore literacy and community building in this interactive writing craft! Trace letters on paper buildings to create a city based on your name. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the […]
Join Bellingham Parks & Recreation for a presentation with guest speakers Ken and Kris Wilcox in the Rotunda Room of Old City Hall. Ken and Kris Wilcox share their experiences as independent travelers exploring some of Europe’s best—mountains, coasts, and ancient towns from Cinque Terre, the Dolomites, and Venice to Rovinj, Dubrovnik, Murren, Zermatt, and […]
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 […]
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. Explore literacy and community building in this interactive writing craft! Trace […]
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. Yayoi Kusama is a contemporary Japanese artist who specializes in unique dot abstraction and glowing […]
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. Explore literacy and community building in this interactive writing craft! Trace letters on paper buildings to create a city based on your name. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the […]
The Whatcom Museum and Humanities Washington invite the community to an engaging conversation with Chelsey Richardson, a member of the 2021-2023 Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau program. Why write about uncomfortable experiences? And why share them with others? Writing a collection of poetry about trauma was never a dream of Chelsey Richardson’s, but she did want […]
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 […]
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. Explore literacy and community building in this interactive writing craft! Trace […]
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. Yayoi Kusama is a contemporary Japanese artist who specializes in unique dot abstraction and glowing […]
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. Ready to put a “spin” on a classic fidget toy? Design a twisting sensory spinner with cardboard and a penny. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi […]
The Whatcom Museum campus will be closed today in observation of Thanksgiving. Visit us tomorrow—check our admissions page for more information. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi People – and the Nuxwsá7aq – Nooksack People – who have lived in the Coast Salish region from time immemorial. […]
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. Yayoi Kusama is a contemporary Japanese artist who specializes in unique dot abstraction and glowing […]
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. Ready to put a “spin” on a classic fidget toy? Design a twisting sensory spinner with cardboard and a penny. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi […]
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 […]
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. Ready to put a “spin” on a classic fidget toy? Design a twisting sensory spinner with cardboard and a penny. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi […]
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. Yayoi Kusama is a contemporary Japanese artist who specializes in unique dot abstraction and glowing […]
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 […]
The Low Sensory Sundays program offers reserved museum time for children ages 12 and younger with autism spectrum and/or sensory processing needs and their families. We will have tools available and accommodations in place to support your visit. For questions or to access pre-visit materials, contact FIG Supervisor Susan Buck at skbuck@cob.org or 360.778.8985. Free […]
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. Ready to put a “spin” on a classic fidget toy? Design a twisting sensory spinner with cardboard and a penny. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi […]
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. Yayoi Kusama is a contemporary Japanese artist who specializes in unique dot abstraction and glowing […]
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 […]
Join experts from the North Cascades Audubon Society in the John M. Edson Hall of Birds to learn about migration, conservation, birds in peril, and the importance of studying bird specimens today. The exhibit provides a variety of interactives, including video and audio files, and hands-on activities for children. All ages welcome to this drop-in […]
Join Dr. Brooke Love, oceanographer, and WWU associate professor, for a discussion about how ocean acidification and climate change are unfolding in our local Washington waters. Ocean acidification is driven by the carbon dioxide being added to the atmosphere, which then changes the chemistry of the oceans. These changes can influence how hard it is […]
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 […]
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 – […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 – […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us to celebrate the holidays in style at Old City Hall. In addition to the beautiful trees and décor adorning the building, each Saturday, we’ll be making a different […]
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 […]
From selfies to family photos, Santa will be making a special visit just for Deck the Old City Hall. Bring your own camera. The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather […]
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 […]
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