Whatcom Museum – The Lightcatcher — Attraction in Bellingham

Lovely museum! But be careful - the calendar on their website does not accurately reflect open hours.

We planned breakfast at a cafe and then to visit the FIG this morning. When I was coming up with our plans I researched by checking the website - no banners or other information about being closed today. I double checked by looking at their calendar and it listed two events happening at the FIG today so they must be open! But when we arrived after breakfast they were closed - no sign on the door or message on the website or anything. About a dozen other kids were milling in front of the closed doors with the same story - they’d checked the website but the museum closed without updating the website or removing the days activities. Honestly kind of lazy. We were so bummed since it was now too late to do our alternate plans (go to the aquarium in Stanley Park).

They need to hire someone who can keep the website up to date! Or at least someone with a piece of paper and sharpie to put on the door so we’re not all waiting outside...

My 2nd stop with my single purchase Whatcom Museum ticket. I just finished a wonderful 2 hrs in the Courthouse, and now after a quick stroll, I'm here. This building is one of a kind. Just as it says, the light penetrates through the various rooms, the glass, and courtyard in unique ways and lasts throughout your visit...and beyond. You'll find yourself remembering certain images and the feeling you had within each area of the building. The images take on a life of their own and their message is almost piercing. Just like the light...a wonderful and lasting experience. Much respect for the local indigenous and their history. Good to see the support and exposure here! Nice...

Unique and beautiful building that aims to lighten up the inside feel of a gorgeous couple art galleries.

I stopped in just for a short visit, but appreciated the installations and historical artifacts along with many “interactive” exhibits. My favorite gallery featured nothing short of an amazing display of the Lummi People and their way of life here in the PNW for the last thousands of years. If you want to understand the tribal significance to the region, this is a great place to start.

Love that a ticket here also grants entry to the Whatcom Museum just 2...