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Hours

Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 12  to 4 p.m. (closed on Sundays). The Outdoor Sculpture Collection is spread throughout the campus and is open at all times to the public.  

The Western Gallery is open during the university's sessions and observes the university's calendar and holidays.

Directions

Western is located in Bellingham, 90 miles north of Seattle and 50 miles south of Vancouver, B.C. When approaching Bellingham on Interstate 5, take Exit #252, turn west onto Samish Way and follow the signs to Bill McDonald Parkway and the University Campus. The Western Gallery is in the Fine Arts Building, centrally located on campus, across from Carver Gym. View campus maps

Parking

On weekdays, pay-by-the-hour parking is available in lots C and 12A (15 minutes’ walk from the Gallery) and in lot 6V (by the Viking Union). See pay station rates. On Saturdays, pay-by-the-hour parking is available close to the Gallery in lot 17G. Take East College Way and look for the sign marking the lot entrance. The Gallery is next to the Ross Engineering Building. Lots C and 12A are free on Saturdays. For more information, call (360) 650-2945 or stop at the Campus Services Building near the corner of Bill McDonald Parkway and 21st Street. Daily and weekly permits for other lots can be purchased through the online Parking Portal. View campus parking maps

WTA Buses

Whatcom Transportation Authority provides bus service to the Western. Five different buses go directly to campus.

Dining

There are a number of coffee shops, cafeterias, delis, and bodegas on campus. Hours and offerings vary. Please check the Campus Dining site for all options. Pay particular attention to hours of operation - the locations may vary widely depending on the academic calendar.

Photography

The outdoor sculptures are in the public domain and can be photographed without the permission. However, such photos should not be reproduced or published for commercial purposes without the permission of the Western Gallery and the legitimate copyright owner. Permission to photograph works in Western Gallery exhibitions must be obtained from the Gallery Director.

Accessibility

The Gallery’s exterior door is manually accessible (the main entrance to the Fine Arts building is button activated). A ramp goes to the Gallery’s side door. Accessible restrooms are located on the first floor. Accessible parking is available behind the Fine Arts building, on East College Way.

Groups and Tours

Guided tours to the exhibitions and the outdoor sculpture collection are offered to schools and organized groups. Please call (360) 650-3939 to make an appointment.