Deck the Old City Hall

✨ Step into the holiday magic at Deck the Old City Hall! From November 29 to January 5, 2025, Whatcom Museum’s Old City Hall transforms into a dazzling holiday wonderland for our annual celebration. Stroll through halls adorned with beautiful trees, garlands, and wreaths, creating a festive ambiance. Admission is by donation—our way of giving back to the community, with all proceeds supporting Museum programs and exhibitions.

Every Saturday in December, join us for Handmade Holidays in the Rotunda Room, where family-friendly crafting activities for all ages await! Each week brings a new project for everyone, from little ones to expert crafters—come create special holiday keepsakes together.

Swifties, mark your calendars for December 7! Make friendship bracelets with custom beads, perfect for gifting or as a tribute to your favorite pop star. On December 14, don’t miss a special visit from LEGO® Masters contestant Brad Bergman, who will be guiding festive LEGO® ornament builds—vote for Old City Hall on LEGO® Ideas while you’re here! Then, on December 21, join us in crafting glowing luminaries to brighten the winter solstice.

✨ And don’t forget—on Friday, December 6, we’re open until 9 pm for Free First Friday! ✨

Make memories that will last a lifetime this holiday season at Old City Hall!

The Whatcom Museum acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory of the Lhaq’temish – Lummi People – and the Nuxwsá7aq – Nooksack People – who have lived in the Coast Salish region from time immemorial. The Museum honors our relationship with all of our Coast Salish neighbors and our shared responsibilities to their homeland where we all reside today.

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