Excursions

ALL excursions are a wonderful opportunity to explore places outside of Bellingham with like-minded individuals. Previous excursions have included the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass, Richmond, B.C. to see the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site followed by the Vancouver Christmas Market, and multi-day excursions including, trips down to the Columbia River, stopping in Olympia and Mt. St. Helens, eastern Washington to see the Nez Perce County Historical Society Museum and taking a jet boat up the Snake River, and most recently to Lake Chelan, stopping in Winthrop and Leavenworth.

Excursions are announced throughout the year. To be the first to know about new excursions, subscribe to our email list.

December

Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), Burke Museum, and Tulalip Resort, Seattle, WA, 8 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.

Saturday, December 14, 2024

$107 for members, $134 for non-members

Cost includes: Bus transportation and admission to MOHAI and the Burke Museum. The Festival of Trees at the Tulalip Resort is free.

Departure/Return

Meet in the parking lot at Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel and Conference Center just south of Lakeway Drive by 8 a.m., ready for an 8:15 a.m. departure. Our expected arrival time back at the Four Points parking lot is around 6:45 p.m.

Description

Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI)
MOHAI is a must-visit for anyone interested in Seattle's rich history. With its vast collection of artifacts and interactive exhibits, MOHAI offers a captivating journey through the city's past. From early Native American settlements to the industrial boom of the 20th century, MOHAI provides a comprehensive overview of Seattle's development. Visitors can also explore the Bezos Center for Innovation, which showcases the city's role as a hub for technological advancement.

Lunch is on your own at a variety of restaurants located beside Seattle’s Lake Union.

The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture
The Burke Museum is a hidden gem nestled on the University of Washington campus. It offers a captivating journey through the Pacific Northwest's rich heritage and the interconnectedness of life on Earth.

Explore the first floor's vibrant exhibits showcasing the arts and cultures of the region's indigenous communities. Learn about the efforts of Native peoples to revitalize traditional food practices through archaeological research. On the second floor, discover the impact of human waste and the vital role every living being, including yourself, plays in maintaining a global life support system. On the third floor delve into the fascinating world of archaeology and paleontology as you watch through windows as researchers meticulously clean bones and other ancient artifacts. On this floor there are also the skeletal recreations of several dinosaurs.

Tulalip Resort’s Festival of Trees
Tulalip Resort's Festival of Trees is a truly magical holiday experience. This annual event transforms the village into a winter wonderland, with millions of twinkling lights illuminating towering trees and ground-level shrubbery. The festive atmosphere is enhanced by the aroma of delicious food and the sounds of live music. The festival also offers a unique opportunity to support local businesses and artisans, as numerous vendors showcase their wares.

For More Information, Please Contact:

Tina and Todd Wyder at (773) 255-0178.

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February

University of British Columbia’s Reconciliation Pole & Anthropology Museum plus the Vancouver Aquarium, Vancouver, BC 7:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Thursday, February 20, 2025

$140 for members, $175 for non-members

Registration Deadline: Monday, February 10th, 2025

Cost includes: Bus transportation and admission to the UBC Anthropology Museum and the Vancouver Aquarium.

Departure/Return

 Meet at the Civic Field parking lot by 7:30 a.m. ready for a 7:45 a.m. departure. Our expected arrival time back at the Civic Field parking lot will be around 5:45 p.m. 

Description

Reconciliation Pole on University of British Columbia campus
Thousands of copper nails are important markers on a carved pole that was installed on the UBC campus. The nails represent thousands of Indigenous children who died in Canada’s residential schools. The nails were hammered one by one by residential school survivors, affected families, school children and others. Officially known as the Reconciliation Pole, the 55-foot red cedar pole was carved by James Hart, Haida master carver and hereditary chief. The pole tells the story of the time before, during, and after the Indian residential school system – a system that began in the 1800s and ended with the last school closure in 1996. 

The Museum of Anthropology - University of British Columbia
The Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver offers one of the world's largest, most impressive collections of Indigenous art from around the world. The museum places a special emphasis on Pacific Coast First Nations’ culture. This includes majestic totem poles, carved cedar canoes, masks and woven baskets as well as a large collection of the works of William Ronald Reid Jr. of the Haida Nation. Reid was one of the most highly influential Canadian artists of Haida heritage and one of the most renowned Northwest Coast artists of the twentieth century.

Vancouver Aquarium in Stanley Park 
The Vancouver Aquarium, located in Stanley Park, is Canada's largest aquarium with 120 separate and accessible exhibits that showcase marine life in the Pacific Northwest as well as from the Strait of Georgia to the Amazon Rainforest. There are extensive collections of fish, frogs, jellyfish, eels and turtles all living in aquariums designed to replicate their natural environments. You will also find large ponds of active mammals such as sea lions and sea otters, the result of the rehabilitation of these rescued animals. The renovated and expanded building has been designed to ensure that your experience will be enjoyable no matter what the weather is outside.

For More Information, Please Contact:

Joyce Pulver (360-223-4097) or Jeff Eastman (253-229-9404). 

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April

Sunday, April 27, 2025, for the 2:00 p.m. matinee performance

Two pricing options:

  • Balcony seating - ALL members: $135.00 For non-members: $170.00
  • Mezzanine seating - ALL members: $170.00 For non-members: $212.00

Balcony Registration

Mezzanine Registration

Save the Date

Seattle Gardens

Portland and Columbia Gorge Area Multi-Day

Bard on the Beach

  • Late August to mid-September
  • Two shows!
    • Much Ado About Nothing
    • Two Gentlemen of Verona

Whistler & Blackcomb Multi-Day

  • September 15th – 17th, 2025