Ellen J. Brown is showing oil paintings at BastowDesign Studio #208 in The Pickford Artists Studios above The Historic Pickford Cinema 1318 Bay St Bellingham, Oct...

The Whatcom Artist Studio Tour was founded in 1995 to encourage people to visit artists' working studios for a two weekend self-guided tour and sale. During the first two weekends in October the Tour offers visitors insight into the creative process, work-life and work-environment artists. Providing...

The public is invited to browse the extensive collection of drawings and etchings by local artist, Helen Loggie (1895-1976), displayed in the recently restored Territorial Courthouse in Old Town Bellingham. www.theloggie.org

Start this beautiful holiday season off with Allied Arts 44th Annual Holiday Festival of the Arts. Starring over 100 booths with local artisans and craftspeople presenting their holiday goodies; consisting of one-of-a-kind gifts, specialty food and treats, stunning jewelry, and paintings. It is the perfect way to kick off the holidays and great...

Join us at The Majestic Art Cafe, located inside the historic ballroom & event center, for our annual Holiday Markets, to be held on December 9 and 16, from 12-4 PM. Featuring arts & crafts vendors, delicious coffee + waffles and salsa dancing!

Get into the festive spirit at the Her Connection Hub by learning to make your own holiday wreath. Class appropriate for both beginners and experienced crafters. Each participant will have supplies and instruction to create their own 28” winter wreath. Class includes warm drinks and festive pastries, provided by Mount Bakery. Space is limited. Cost: $80 with partial proceeds supporting Lydia Place and Animals...

Enjoy a prix fixe three-course Italian dinner at Bar Cicotti inside the Lightcatcher building. Chef Jonathan Cicotti creates recipes rooted in his Italian family’s traditions from Cento in Northern Italy. After a tasty dinner, join Museum Curator of Art Amy Chaloupka in the Lightcatcher lobby to begin a tour of the exhibition Bellingham National: Acts of Healing and Repair. Dinner and tours are limited to 16 people. Dinner is served from...

In 2024, each first Friday of the month at the Whatcom Museum will have free admission, extended hours, and special, free programming with a different mix of artists, performers, and experts to lead workshops and activities for all...

Enjoy a prix fixe three-course Italian dinner at Bar Cicotti inside the Lightcatcher building. Chef Jonathan Cicotti creates recipes rooted in his Italian family’s traditions from Cento in Northern Italy. After a tasty dinner, join Museum Curator of Art Amy Chaloupka in the Lightcatcher lobby to begin a tour of the exhibition Bellingham National: Acts of Healing and Repair. Dinner and tours are limited to 16 people. Dinner is served from 5:30–6:50 p.m., followed by the...

Join local artist BritniAnn and chef Ruby of Waffles in Paradise on Wednesday, February 14th from 3-6pm for a fun, relaxed Paint +...

Enjoy a prix fixe three-course Italian dinner at Bar Cicotti inside the Lightcatcher building. Chef Jonathan Cicotti creates recipes rooted in his Italian family’s traditions from Cento in Northern Italy. After a tasty dinner, join Museum...

Join exhibiting artist Claire Johnson in exploring oil painting techniques! In this day-long workshop, you will work on two paintings, focusing on underpainting techniques that will make your paintings shine. For the first painting, you will focus on reductive underpainting techniques. Then, experiment with an additive technique to explore how monochromatic and white on black techniques can create amazing light effects. Workshop for ages 18 and up - all experience levels welcome! Cost: $125 ($90...