Art, Access, and Enchantment

On November 7, step into a wonderland of enchantment inspired by the Whatcom Museum’s newest exhibitions, Luminous Glow and Forested. Together, we will toast to another year of fostering curiosity and joy as we raise the funds crucially needed to ensure that art and local history remain accessible to our community. Annual Gala tickets: 6–9 pm, $175 Plated dinner, signature whiskey cocktails, and a full bar brought to you by Chuckanut Bay Distillery Live DJ set by local artist Lotus Drops Complimentary Champagne toast Photo booth Silent auction Gluten-free, vegetarian, and non-alcoholic options available. VIP tickets: Barrel Proof, 5–6 pm, $275 A VIP whiskey experience with Jeff Jewell. Exclusive tasting flight of Chuckanut Bay Distillery’s award-winning whiskeys, followed by a distillery tour Whatcom Museum Photo Archivist Jeff Jewell talks about Bellingham’s bootlegging history during the Prohibition era Gala admission and open bar access for the full evening A bottle of Chuckanut Bay Distillery’s Chuckanut Rye Whiskey to take home, courtesy of Lautenbach Recycling Silent auction Online bidding is open now and ends November 8 at 11:59 pm. Can’t attend? Register for the auction and bid from anywhere. Get your tickets Space is limited. Purchase tickets by October 24 online, in person at the Museum Store, or by calling 360-778-8939. Woodland-elegant attire is requested but not required. Can’t make it? You can still make a donation to support the Museum. See the gala page for the full schedule and our sponsors.