• Free Fridays in the Open Art Studio!

    From 1–3 PM on (almost) every Friday, stop by Make.Shift’s Open Art Studio and craft whatever you’d like with the supplies and tools we have available (including vintage magazines and collage materials, paint of all kinds, pens, pencils, yarn, embroidery thread, and fabric)! Refreshments available. For accessibility information, visit makeshiftartspace.org/accessibility. Always all-ages! Make.Shift Art Space 306 Flora St. Bellingham, WA 98225

  • Free Friday

    Come to MakeShift!! We have an open art space for anyone to come in and use our art supplies. Paint, Draw, Watercolors and anything your heart desires. Our space is open from 1-3 pm on Fridays.

  • Shapeshifters Exhibit

    The San Juan Islands Museum of Art Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary with Shapeshifters – An Exhibition of Contemporary Northwest Coast Native Art and Culture The San Juan Islands Museum of Art is proud to present Shapeshifters – a major exhibition of...

  • Reflections of the Land; Himalayan Paintings and Cascadian Basketry

    ‘Reflections of the Land; Himalayan Paintings and Cascadian Basketry’ and It’s About Time’s new Gallery Shop will open on Saturday August 16th, running through the end of September. On display will be seldom shown traditional and contemporary works by Nepalese artists from a private collection, alongside captivating baskets woven by members of the Basket Weavers of the Salish Sea. The paintings embody the warmth and spirituality of Himalayan...

  • Lummi Island Labor Day Art Tour 2025

    More than 30 artists and craftspeople are offering their work at 14 locations around the island. Enjoy paintings, drawings, prints, note cards, jewelry, photography,...

  • Modern Meets Primitive

    Due to the success of this exhibition which opened July 12th, we are extending it until September 27th! Cordata Gallery is proud to invite you to Modern Meets Primitive, an exhibition featuring the works by local artists Richard Nash, Brian O'Neill, and David Syre, whose works explore the meeting point between gestural expressions and timeless,...

  • Monochromatic Group Exhibition

    oxel Gallery is proud to present Monochromatic, a striking group exhibition running from July 31 through September 10, 2025. Featuring black-and-white photography, grayscale paintings, and digital artworks, this show delves into the expressive potential of a restricted palette—where contrast, texture, and form take on heightened emotional resonance. For more information, please visit voxelgallery.com or follow @Voxelfineart on social media.

  • Whatcom Genealogical Society

    Whatcom Genealogical Society 1st Fall Meeting-Sharing Summer research results and reintroducing ourselves and our interests. Did you have a research trip or family reunion this summer?...

  • Untethered Odyssey opening reception

    October 3 - November 1st Opening Reception: October 3, 6pm-9pm 1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 Untethered Odyssey invites viewers on a journey through diverse artistic landscapes where meticulous craft meets unbounded imagination. This compelling group exhibition celebrates the courage to venture beyond familiar territories, exploring the delicate balance between control and spontaneity across four distinctive artistic voices. The exhibition features Liz Cunningham's exquisite beaded jewelry, lovingly constructed one tiny...

  • Untethered Odyssey gallery exhibition

    Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 4pm 1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 Untethered Odyssey invites viewers on a journey through diverse artistic landscapes where meticulous craft meets unbounded imagination. This compelling group exhibition celebrates the courage to venture beyond familiar territories, exploring the delicate balance between control and spontaneity across four distinctive artistic voices....

  • PURE JOY – An exhibition of the works of Joy Olney

    Cordata Gallery is pleased to present PURE JOY, a solo exhibition of local artist Joy Olney, celebrating the radiant spirit that runs through her lifelong practice. Featuring a selection of her favorite subjects (flowers, waterscapes, and portraits), the exhibition reflects the simple joy she finds in painting and the sense of peace her works convey. Opening reception: Oct 11, 2-4pm Open to public: Oct 11 - Dec 13, 2025 Tues-Sat, 11-4 and by appointment

  • Blaine Art Gallery Small Art, Big Impact Opening Reception

    The Blaine Art Gallery invites you to our inaugural juried show, Small Art, Big Impact, bringing artist works from all over the Western US. The Opening Reception is on 10/11/25, from 4pm - 7pm. Join us for art, conversation, and light refreshments.