WHATCOM MUSEUM

BELLINGHAM, WA

Mt Baker from San Juan Islands Ferry
Mt Baker from San Juan Islands Ferry Credit: ScottElliottSmithson

The Whatcom Museum is a museum located in Bellingham, Washington that showcases the art, history, and culture of the Pacific Northwest. The museum was established in 1941 and is located in the Old City Hall building, a historic landmark in downtown Bellingham.

The museum has three main sections: the Lightcatcher Building, the Old City Hall Building, and the Syre Education Center. The Lightcatcher Building is a modern structure that houses the museum's art collection, including works by Northwest artists and visiting exhibitions. The Old City Hall Building houses the museum's historical collections, including artifacts from the region's indigenous people, early settlers, and industries. The Syre Education Center offers educational programs and activities for children and adults.

The Whatcom Museum also has a research library, archives, and a photo collection that document the history of the region. The museum offers guided tours, classes, workshops, and special events throughout the year.

Overall, the Whatcom Museum is a cultural institution that provides visitors with an opportunity to explore and learn about the rich history and diverse culture of the Pacific Northwest.

WHATCOM MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BELLINGHAM WA. US MID #8405300007

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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WHATCOM MUSEUM
250 FLORA ST
BELLINGHAM
WA
98225

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WHATCOM MUSEUM Information

MID # 8405300007
Name WHATCOM MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western
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LAT/LONG 48.752881, -122.478845
CODES FIPS State Code: 53
FIPS County Code: 073
US Census Tract: 000600
US Census Block: 1010