Bellingham is located just south of the Canadian-USA border in Washington and is the first major town visitors will encounter if they are entering from Canada. Situated along the ocean and with Mt Baker dominating the skyline behind, the Bellingham is quite scenic and offers a range or recreational opportunities in the surrounding area.
Chuckanut Drive is a scenic route from Bellingham to Skagit Valley. Although Interstate 5 is a much faster alternative, taking Chuckanut Drive is well worth the time. This route allows visitors a chance to see the small towns and farmland, as well as providing beautiful views out over the the San Juan Islands.
Cruises from Bellingham take visitors on an incredibly scenic tour through the San Juan Islands, or on a Bay Tour. Cruises leave from Squalicum Harbor. Whale watching tours are also available.
The Marine Life Center offers visitors a chance to see what lurks beneath the ocean. The center showcases marine life from the Washington area. Touch pools offer an up close and more personal experience.
Maritime Heritage Park in Bellingham is a beautiful green space in the city. With Whatcom Creek running through it, the park offers abundant salmon fishing opportunities. An education path also provides information on salmon.
The Mindport is a unique museum designed to stimulate thought and provoke the mind. Exhibits offer science like displays, creative opportunities, play and fun activites, all geared towards education. It is a great play for families.
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), American Independance Day (July 4), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24), Easter - Christian
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Located at the end of Sunset Drive in Bellingham, the Roeder Home is an early 20th Century house, that during it's day, was ahead of it's time with modern features. Today the Roeder Home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is available to rent for weddings, receptions, and meetings.
In association with the Western Washington University, the city of Bellingham this 180 acre forest habitat. Walk trails run through this natural area that supports a wide variety of native plants and trees.
Squalicum Harbor is the main marina servicing Bellingham. Both commercial and personal boats are docked here and cruises of the Bay and San Juan Islands leave from Squalicum Harbor.
Located throughout the Western Washington University campus are a number of sculptures, created by both local and international artists. The Outdoor Sculpture Collection can be seen on a walking tour of the campus.
The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham is comprised of four buildings which hold the collections. Old City Hall is a Victorian building housing displays of history and art. Changing art exhibitions are a prominent part of the museum.
Address: Whatcom Museum of History and Art, 121 Prospect Street, Bellingham, WA 98225, United States
Phone: 1 (360) 778-8930, Fax: 1 (360) 778-8931
Hours:
12pm-5pm; Closed: Mon
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
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