Upcoming Events
September 2021
Docent-led tour of Fluid Formations
Discover the artists and artwork featured in Fluid Formations, which celebrates the rich legacy of glass art in our region. Our docents will provide insight into the techniques and processes utilized by artists, focusing on specific works in the exhibition. Tours last one hour. Here's what you can expect: Each tour can accommodate up to 6 people. Tours begin in the lobby of the Lightcatcher building. Payment will be processed at the time of arrival. Bookings close at midnight the…
Find out more »October 2021
Docent-led tour of Fluid Formations
Discover the artists and artwork featured in Fluid Formations, which celebrates the rich legacy of glass art in our region. Our docents will provide insight into the techniques and processes utilized by artists, focusing on specific works in the exhibition. Tours last one hour. Here's what you can expect: Each tour can accommodate up to 6 people. Tours begin in the lobby of the Lightcatcher building. Payment will be processed at the time of arrival. Bookings close at midnight the…
Find out more »Clay Creatures Come Alive – SOLD OUT
In the spirit of the astounding ceramic creatures featured in El Zodíaco Familiar, we invite kids to discover how to bring this amazing material to life. In this kid-friendly workshop, ceramic artist and owner of Good Earth Pottery Ann Marie Cooper will introduce clay hand-building techniques. After getting a feel for the material, students will have the opportunity to bring a creature from their imagination into reality. Designed as an introductory-level workshop for children ages 7 – 12. Registration is…
Find out more »Gallery Tour with Curator of Art Amy Chaloupka
We’re excited to offer in-person curator tours of Fluid Formations: The Legacy of Glass in the Pacific Northwest. Learn more about the artists and artwork featured in this stunning exhibition from the Museum’s curator of art, Amy Chaloupka, who organized this exhibition in partnership with Museum of Glass, galleries, and individual artists. Tours start at 12:15pm and 2pm, last one hour, will be limited to six people per tour, and require pre-registration. Participants will need to wear face coverings while…
Find out more »Gallery Tour with Curator of Art Amy Chaloupka
We’re excited to offer in-person curator tours of Fluid Formations: The Legacy of Glass in the Pacific Northwest. Learn more about the artists and artwork featured in this stunning exhibition from the Museum’s curator of art, Amy Chaloupka, who organized this exhibition in partnership with Museum of Glass, galleries, and individual artists. Tours start at 12:15pm and 2pm, last one hour, will be limited to six people per tour, and require pre-registration. Participants will need to wear face coverings while…
Find out more »Docent-led tour of El Zodiaco Familiar – English
Take a docent-led tour and learn more about George Rodriguez and the 13 artists who collaborated on this exhibition to create a reimagined “Mexican” zodiac, inspired by the traditional Chinese zodiac. Our trained docent will lead an English-language tour at 1pm and a Spanish-language tour at 2pm. Tours last about 45 minutes. Here's what you can expect: Each tour can accommodate up to 6 people. Tours begin in the lobby of the Lightcatcher building. Payment will be processed at the…
Find out more »Docent-led tour of El Zodiaco Familiar – Spanish
Take a docent-led tour and learn more about George Rodriguez and the 13 artists who collaborated on this exhibition to create a reimagined “Mexican” zodiac, inspired by the traditional Chinese zodiac. Our trained docent will lead an English-language tour at 1pm and a Spanish-language tour at 2pm. Tours last about 45 minutes. Here’s what you can expect: Each tour can accommodate up to 6 people. Tours begin in the lobby of the Lightcatcher building. Payment will be processed at the time…
Find out more »Docent-led tour of Fluid Formations
Discover the artists and artwork featured in Fluid Formations, which celebrates the rich legacy of glass art in our region. Our docents will provide insight into the techniques and processes utilized by artists, focusing on specific works in the exhibition. Tours last one hour. Here's what you can expect: Each tour can accommodate up to 6 people. Tours begin in the lobby of the Lightcatcher building. Payment will be processed at the time of arrival. Bookings close at midnight the…
Find out more »Docent-led tour of El Zodiaco Familiar – English
Take a docent-led tour and learn more about George Rodriguez and the 13 artists who collaborated on this exhibition to create a reimagined “Mexican” zodiac, inspired by the traditional Chinese zodiac. Our trained docent will lead an English-language tour at 1pm and a Spanish-language tour at 2pm. Tours last about 45 minutes. Here's what you can expect: Each tour can accommodate up to 6 people. Tours begin in the lobby of the Lightcatcher building. Payment will be processed at the…
Find out more »Docent-led tour of El Zodiaco Familiar – Spanish
Take a docent-led tour and learn more about George Rodriguez and the 13 artists who collaborated on this exhibition to create a reimagined “Mexican” zodiac, inspired by the traditional Chinese zodiac. Our trained docent will lead an English-language tour at 1pm and a Spanish-language tour at 2pm. Tours last about 45 minutes. Here’s what you can expect: Each tour can accommodate up to 6 people. Tours begin in the lobby of the Lightcatcher building. Payment will be processed at the time…
Find out more »CANCELED – Member Preview Reception for Up Close & Personal
Update: This event has been canceled. Members are invited to join us for the opening reception of the exhibition Up Close & Personal, featuring a collection of work examining the significance of the body through the expressive lens of each artist. Enjoy wine, light appetizers, and music. 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…
Find out more »December 2021
Downtown Art Walk
Don’t miss seeing the exhibition Up Close & Personal: The Body in Contemporary Art at the Lightcatcher building. Make it an evening date night and visit the Museum Store for unique, artistic holiday shopping followed by a glass of wine at Bar Cicotti.
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