Bellingham is the major city on the shores of Bellingham Bay where the Washington coastline meets the Canadian border. The city is the heart of a picturesque area with a range of cultural, educational, recreational, and economic activities. Most of the ferries to Alaska depart from the port of Bellingham. Mount Baker, a large snow-capped volcano, provides a picturesque background to the city and offers excellent ski runs. The SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, located in downtown Bellingham, contains a range of fascinating hands-on science exhibits. The Whatcom Museum occupies three distinct sites that showcase area’s nature, art, and history. One of the museum’s sites is the Lightcatcher building, with its beautiful translucent curving wall. Whatcom Falls Park is a lushly forested 241-acre park known for four sets of waterfalls, miles of great walking trails, and Whatcom Creek, which runs from Lake Whatcom to Bellingham Bay.

Plan ahead for these Bellingham Events:
- Ski to Sea - May 25, 2025
- Bellingham SeaFeast - Saturday & Sunday October 5 & 6, 2024
- Fairhaven Winterfest - from late November to late December
- Whatcom Cultural Arts Festival

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