Free First Friday at the Whatcom Museum

Fri Feb 06 2026 at 10:00 am to 09:00 pm UTC-08:00

Whatcom Museum – Old City Hall (121 Prospect St.) – The Lightcatcher (250 Flora St.) | Bellingham

Whatcom Museum
Publisher/HostWhatcom Museum
Free First Friday at the Whatcom Museum
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Our collection is your collection.
Spend the day discovering what it means to collect at the Whatcom Museum. See cherished artworks pulled from the vault for Hard Edge/Soft Ground, explore employee collections in a rotating community display, and take part in hands-on activities for all ages.
Families can enjoy sweet gallery tours for ages 1–5, baby and toddler music classes, and creative drop-in activities like mini collection kits and collection zines with local artist Jam. Join curator-led tours of "Personal to Political," "Hard Edge/Soft Ground," and "Vivid Victorian" to learn more about the art and stories behind the exhibitions.
In the evening, settle in for a listening experience with Untitled Hi-Fi, exploring the history of record collecting and Japanese jazz kissa culture through custom playlists inspired by the exhibitions.
✨ Crafts, music, tours, and community—drop in for part of the day or stay awhile.
Learn more at whatcommuseum.org/free-first-friday/
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Sponsored by artbridgesfoundation.org
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Exhibitions and galleries are open until 9 pm on the first Friday of every month, and the Family Interactive Gallery (FIG) is open until 6 pm.
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Headphones and other sensory tools are available at the front desks for guests who require accommodation during their visit.
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Whatcom Museum – Old City Hall (121 Prospect St.) – The Lightcatcher (250 Flora St.), 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, WA 98225-4401, United States

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