We don’t have an opening date yet. Like many children’s museums, our journey began as a grassroots effort. While some museums launch within 3-5 years, others take longer to bring their vision to life. Our timeline remains flexible as we focus on securing the funding needed to make this extraordinary project a reality. In the meantime, check our social media pages to join us for a mobile museum pop-up event!

We are actively exploring property and commercial real estate options between North Bellingham and Main Street in Ferndale, WA. Our goal is to create a location that is easily accessible to the northern communities of Whatcom County, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience all that Heart of Play has to offer. We are excited and deeply committed to becoming a vibrant and integral part of this region!

This is currently in process in two ways! First, we are working with two local consultants to conduct a feasibility study with potential donors. Thank you to Chuckanut Health Foundation who generously sponsored this effort! Additionally, we are collaborating with the University of Washington’s Museology Department on a benchmarking feasibility study to guide our development. Currently, we are focused on securing the necessary funding to bring this important project to fruition.

Exciting things are still on the horizon!
While we weren’t able to secure funding as quickly as we’d hoped, our mobile museum is still in the works—and it’s coming your way as soon as the community helps bring it to life!

We’re aiming for a launch by spring 2026 (or sooner!) and can’t wait to spark joy, creativity, and connection across Whatcom County.

Until then, we are “popping-up” around town with hands-on activities. Visit our ‘Upcoming Events’ page to see where we’ll be this summer 2025!