The FAIRHAVEN HISTORICAL DISTRICT, established in 1883, is a charming, bayside neighborhood in Bellingham, Washington.  A rich oasis, abundant with quaint diversions including coffee houses, book stores, local potters and wood carvers, a delightful garden/nursery emporium, restaurants and a lively evening scene.  During the summer local festivities include a farmers market, outdoor cinema, music festivals and gallery walks. The Alaska Ferry has it's grand terminal here, as does Amtrak.  A friendly community and peaceful bayside sunsets await you!


Learn more about this area:

  *  The town of Bellingham (www.bellingham.org)

  *  Fairhaven Community (www.fairhaven.com)

  *  Historic Fairhaven (www.historicfairhaven.us)

  *  Scenic Chuckanut Drive (www.chuckanutdrive.com)

  *  Bellingham Chamber of Commerce (www.bellingham.com)


Bellingham is a breathtakingly beautiful place to live and work.  Bordered by the Puget Sound and the waters of Bellingham Bay it is surrounded by dramatic hills and dotted by three lakes. This bustling university town is full of fine old houses, award-winning architecture, stately streets, and lovely parks.
The City of Bellingham has a population of nearly 70,000 inhabitants.  The population for the whole of Whatcom county is approximately 165,000.