A Day in Bellingham (Arts Aficionado Edition)

Welcome to Bellingham, WA; it’s a haven for bicyclists, hikers, and all who love the outdoors. But what if you’re someone who’d rather check out local artisans or take in a local show? We’ve got you covered too. 

What better way to start a sunny Saturday than with an early bite at one of Downtown’s hotspots? We’re fans of Mount Bakery, Avenue Bread (try their Eggenues), and AB Crepes (home of the Alpha-Bet Challenge). Afterward, cruise around town and view Bellingham’s stunning outdoor gallery. 

Street art is a big deal around here (the collection is now more than 80 pieces and Bellingham spends 1% of applicable capital project on public art), and you can get a stop-by-stop tour of half a dozen of our favorite murals on page 28 of the LiveBellinghamNow Summer Guide 2021.

No outdoor art tour in 2023 is complete without stopping by the graffiti wall at the Bellingham Waterfront. Local artist Matt French curates themed art installations on a lengthy stretch of wall that otherwise would just be an ugly construction zone barrier. (Speaking of which, Paper Whale Arts is a community of creatives impacting the artistic vision for the area).