The modern city of Bellingham, incorporated in 1903, consolidated four settlements: Bellingham, Whatcom, Fairhaven, and Sehome. It takes its name from Bellingham Bay, which George Vancouver named in 1792 for Sir William Bellingham.
Everything we do is rooted in the idea that our community — Downtown Bellingham — is a place unlike anywhere else. We work to enhance, promote, and advocate for a vibrant city center through development, promotion, support, and celebration.
The Bellingham Herald: Bellingham City Council votes to explore possible annexation of area northeast of city limits
Bellingham is taking the first steps toward annexing a neighborhood along Britton Road on the northeast edge of the city, in an area called Northern Heights that’s part of the designated urban growth ...
Bellingham City Council votes to explore possible annexation of area northeast of city limits
The Bellingham Herald: Bellingham will have a new public beach area next spring. Here’s what the city is planning
Bellingham will have a new public beach area next spring. Here’s what the city is planning
Visit Bellingham, Washington and the surrounding Whatcom County for abundant nature, outdoor adventure and sweeping scenery from the Salish Sea to Mt. Baker and North Cascades National Park.