The Bellingham Mt. Baker region is rich in history, culture and the arts. You’re never far from a fine art gallery, one-of-kind museum or a performance venue. Soak up the local ambiance at an award winning brew pub, a boutique waterfront restaurant or gourmet coffee shop.

And you can learn a lot about our culture and values at one of our many farmers markets, community celebrations or a leisurely stroll through a city or county park.

Learn what the future holds for arts and culture in downtown Bellingham by visiting the Public Facilities District web site.

Be sure to check the Calendar of Events for updated cultural happenings. The Tourism Bureau publishes a calendar every quarter annually.

Festival and Event Calendars

Order your FREE festival and events brochure by e-mailing us at tourism@bellingham.org or by calling toll free 800-487-2032.

Other local resources include:
Bellingham Herald Take 5

Museums and Historic Resources

Print a complete list of museums, or view a sampling from the following links:
American Museum of Radio and Electricity
Bellingham Railway Museum
Lynden Pioneer Museum
Mindport Exhibits
Peace Arch International Park
Whatcom Museum of History & Art
Whatcom County Historical Society
Whatcom Old Settlers Association

The Arts

Allied Arts
Bellingham Festival of Music
Bellingham Theatre Guild
iDiOM Theater
The Jazz Project
Mt Baker Theatre
Pickford Cinema
True/False West Film Festival
The Upfront Theatre
Western Washington University Performing Arts Center Series
Whatcom Chorale
Whatcom Film Association
Whatcom Symphony Orchestra

Farmers Markets

Bellingham Farmers Market

Outdoor Sculptures

Peace Arch International Park in Blaine
Western Washington University Outdoor Sculpture Collection
Big Rock Garden of Art

Galleries

Antique/Craft Shows

Lynden Craft and Antique Show

Native Nations

Lummi Nation
Nooksack Tribe