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The best arts & culture spots in Bellingham

8 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Bellingham Theatre Guild

Arts & Culture

Bellingham Theatre Guild just announced a 2026 to 2027 lineup that swings from The Importance of Being Earnest to Groundhog Day: The…

1600 H St

“Bellingham Theatre Guild just announced a 2026 to 2027 lineup that swings from The Importance of Being Earnest to Groundhog Day: The Musical, Proof, POTUS, and Alice by Heart. If you want something sooner, BTG Satellites is presenting Agnes of God this week, so snag a seat.”

From the Bellingham newsletter, August 7, 2026

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The Upfront Theatre

Arts & Culture

Storefront cabaret-style theater presents live improv comedy shows & offers classes.

203 Prospect St Ste 102

“Storefront cabaret-style theater presents live improv comedy shows & offers classes.”

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SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention

Arts & Culture

Museum exploring the history of electrical innovation with interactive exhibits, programs & more.

1312 Bay St

“Museum exploring the history of electrical innovation with interactive exhibits, programs & more.”

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Mount Baker Theatre

Arts & Culture

Restored 1926 theater hosting touring productions, concerts, film festivals & dance performances.

104 N Commercial St

“Restored 1926 theater hosting touring productions, concerts, film festivals & dance performances.”

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Whatcom Museum – The Lightcatcher

Arts & Culture

Contemporary art & Northwest artifacts showcased in a modern facility with a unique curved wall.

250 Flora St

“Contemporary art & Northwest artifacts showcased in a modern facility with a unique curved wall.”

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Whatcom Museum

Arts & Culture

Museum complex with 3 buildings devoted to the art, culture & history of the Northwest.

250 Flora Street, 121 Prospect St

“Museum complex with 3 buildings devoted to the art, culture & history of the Northwest.”

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Heritage Flight Museum

Arts & Culture

Museum displaying historical planes, including a replica of Apollo 8, along with exhibits on military operations and space.

15053 Crosswind Dr (Burlington)

“Museum displaying historical planes, including a replica of Apollo 8, along with exhibits on military operations and space.”

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