The Arts and Crafts

1. MT BAKER THEATRE http://mountbakertheatre.com/about/rich-history
-We took a backstage tour of the Mt Baker Theater back in May of 2010.   We were shown backstage, dressing rooms, balcony, control rooms, on stage and the organ that comes out of the floor!  A few ghost stories that we could have done without (because of the ages of our children) but it was a great tour!

Taken from the balcony

The hidden organ in the floor.

 

2. TICKLED PAINT STUDIO
-This is a pottery painting studio in Lynden, WA.  They also recently started doing glass fusing.  I found her prices to be pretty reasonable and she has facebook specials on Fridays.  Check them on facebook.  The owner is very friendly and was so patient with our group of 24+ kids and 10 moms! 

3. CREATIVITEA www.creativitea.com
-This painting pottery studio and tea bar is located in Fairhaven. 

4. GOSSAMER GLASS STUDIOS AT INSPIRATION FARMS: BLOWN GLASS
 -I haven't looked into this much but i know he offers classes for adults.  This studio is on the Laurel Rd., Bellingham, WA

5. EMP: EXPERIENCE MUSIC PROJECT and SCIENCE FICTION HALL OF FAME
-The EMP is located in Seattle Center.  I have never been there, have you?   from the website: "EMP is dedicated to the exploration of creativity and innovation in music, science fiction, and popular culture. By blending interpretative, interactive exhibitions with cutting-edge technology, EMP captures and reflects the essence of rock 'n' roll, its roots in jazz, soul, gospel, country and the blues, as well as rock's influence on hip-hop, punk and other recent genres. Visitors can view rare artifacts and memorabilia and experience the creative process by listening to musicians tell their own stories."
I think we would probably check this out if we did the Seattle City Pass. 

6. SEATTLE ART MUSEUM
-Located downtown Seattle, this museum is always free to students 12 and under, but all admission is free on the first Thursday of the month.

7. BELLEVUE ART MUSEUM
-Their free day is the first Friday of the month
- Here are some guidelines for visiting with a family.

8. SEATTLE ASIAN ART MUSEUM
-Free to all on the first Thursday of the month and free for families on the first Saturday of the month.

9. SEATTLE SYMPHONY
from their website: "Seattle Symphony welcomes new Music Director Ludovic Morlot, one of the leading conductors of his generation, in the 2011–2012 Season. The Orchestra, now presenting its 109th season, performs in the acoustically superb and visually stunning Benaroya Hall in downtown Seattle. The Symphony is internationally recognized for its adventurous programming of contemporary works, its devotion to the classics, and its extensive recording history. Seattle Symphony has made more than 140 recordings, garnered 12 Grammy nominations and received two Emmy Awards. The Orchestra is also known for its extensive education programming, which annually serves 150,000 people of all ages. From September through July, audiences number 315,000 people both at Benaroya Hall and in the community."

10. WWU ART GALLERY
-Their exhibits change throughout the year. Check their website for new exhibits.
-Free admission, sometimes host internationally recognized artists.

11. WHATCOM MUSEUM-LIGHTCATCHER
The Whatcom Museum offers art classes/tours for school groups.  You can check it out here: http://www.whatcommuseum.org/art-education. 


12. WHATCOM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
-They perform at the Mt. Baker Theatre, tickets for the 2012-2013 season will be available later this summer.
 
13. MT BAKER YOUTH SYMPHONY
-Offer 4-5 concerts throughout the year. 

14. WWU THEATRE AND ARTS DEPARTMENT
http://www.wwu.edu/theatre/