An article in National Geographic Traveler contains three sentences which provide interesting insights into the distinctiveness of Bellingham, Washington (population 75,000).
1. “Bellingham is anchored by the Fairhaven District, a square mile or so of turn-of-the-century buildings turned to modern uses.”
2. “Recently, when faced with development or view, Bellingham overwhelmingly chose view.”
3. Bellingham is “a small town that likes being a small town.”
These statements provide answers to questions citizens of every town should ask themselves, such as:
1. What is, or could be, the “anchor” of our town?
2. When faced with choices that could affect the distinctiveness of our town, what would we choose?
3. What is the “right” size for our town?
To read the complete article on Bellingham click here.
P.S. Another Bellingham distinctive is the annual “Ski to Sea” race started in 1973, drawing thousands from around the world. Participants compete in a seven leg relay (cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, running, road biking, canoeing, mountain biking and kayaking).
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