LOCAL HISTORY

Whatcom County has been home to numerous people of historic importance and interest. Find a brief who's who of Bellingham, personal recollections of a more gracious age, personal stories and more.

At one time, the port was the hub of a bustling timber industry, but over time, the center of business in Bellingham shifted and changed. Read about early businesses and industries and the people behind them as well as their crucial role in the community

GOVERNMENT : In 1903, there were only a handful of paved roads in the entire city, and a trip to the bathroom meant a dash to the outhouse! Bellingham's government had a lot of growing to do. Read more about the city government and services over the years.

It was all quite complicated in the early years! Bellingham began as four towns on Bellngham Bay: Whatcom, Sehome, Bellingham, and Fairhaven. Find out how they became united in 1903 and read more about the founding of Bellingham.