Looking up 12th Street. Click photo for larger view.
Is flag at half staff? Click (more…) below for why and when answers.
Old Glory has flown proudly from the 100 foot flagpole in Fairhaven since 1987. That year, a group of American military service veterans raised funds and put up the pole at the approximate location where Fairhaven founder, Dirty Dan Harris, raised his 100 foot flagpole in March 1885. Today, the Historic Fairhaven Association is entrusted with keeping the flag flying and has a committee with veterans who tend to the duties.
Sunday, April 23, 2017
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Sunday, May 28, 2017
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The Fairhaven district is host to several other Major Events throughout the year, such as the Solstice Art Walk, summertime Outdoor Cinema Saturdays, Girls Night Out, Halloween Trick-or-Treating, and the Holiday Festival and Art Walk.
But just about every day there’s some type of happening in Fairhaven! Many area businesses or venues offer a variety of presentations, activities, performances, and other events; these are also listed on Fairhaven.com.
If you are an organizer of any event in Fairhaven, please email festival@fairhaven.com with questions about featuring it on this site.
The Association is a non-profit corporation, whose purpose is to:
“… promote Fairhaven as a community while preserving the historical character…”
Key Info:
Historic Fairhaven Association
1106 Harris Ave, #313
Bellingham, WA 98225
President, Paul Hanson– hfaexec@fairhaven.com
Vice President, Jody Finnegan– hfaexec@fairhaven.com
Treasurer, Hilary Friedrich– treasurer@fairhaven.com
Secretary, Amy Electra Squires– amy.electra.squires@gmail.com
Girls Night Out Committee – girls@fairhaven.com
Are you interested in the Historic Fairhaven Association promoting your next event? We have a quick and easy way to request our assistance. If you are organizing an event that is self-supporting, fill out this form below and we will contact you. We will consider any event that can be promoted under the Historic Fairhaven Association’s non-profit status. Thank you for taking the time to fill out the form below!
Revised and approved at the Annual General Membership meeting, March 14, 2013
You can also download and print a PDF file of the By-Laws.
The Historic Fairhaven Association is chartered as a Washington State 501(c)6 non-profit corporation as The Old Fairhaven Association. As of 2013, it is legally registered to do business as the Historic Fairhaven Association.
Fairhaven Merchant Discount Card Program: Your PINK Fairhaven Employee Discount Card is good at many Fairhaven businesses, and is a benefit of working in Fairhaven! Support your neighbors at a discount without leaving our shopping district!
alert list May 2016
The Merchant Alert List is a handy chart to have on hand in the community. The Alert List was created to help Fairhaven businesses quickly notify each other in the case of an emergency. If there is a robbery, a shoplifter, or a similar business-related crime, know the path to help your neighbors. The Alert List is a great way to keep Fairhaven safe and informed.
For full list for printing click on PDF link below including pgs 2-3:
Merchant Meetings
Monthly Merchant meetings are open to participation by all members. Non-members are welcome. Discussion items include marketing, events, news, publicity, introductions of new business owners, and often a presentation on a relevant Fairhaven issue. Meetings are held at Village Books in the downstairs author reading area, and start at 9 am sharp, ending just before 10 am so merchants may get their businesses open. Enter through the Colophon Cafe door off the Village Green.
To join the Historic Fairhaven Association, or renew your membership:
Download a PDF Membership Enrollment form to print and mail,
OR – Enroll online with your credit card.
Membership Benefits
The Historic Fairhaven Association (HFA) is a non-profit, all volunteer organization founded in 1972 to promote the Fairhaven area while preserving its historic character. The Historic Fairhaven Association board of directors and members work together year round to promote the success of the district.
It’s About Community: A group of business owners, non-profit organizations, and individuals who provide time, funds, and intellect to support the preservation and business success of the Fairhaven district.
It’s About Value:
Value for your BUSINESS
Value for our COMMUNITY
Value for our VISITORS
Membership dues are leveraged to reach and draw thousands to Fairhaven through fundraising events promoting the success of this district through advertising, press relations, brochures, district beautification, website presence, holiday decorations, and events. We look forward to your participation and the value you bring to our community in support of these efforts.
The Board meets monthly and conducts the business of the Association. Election of the Directors by all Association members takes place each November. Directors are elected for two year terms with a portion being elected each year. For 2017 and 2018, there are 14 Directors with one vacant position. The last election was in November 2016. If you are interested in running for the board in November 2017 for a term of 2018 through 2019, contact the Election Committee, Eric Smith at: eric.smith@wecu.com
Fairhaven won a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor. Check it out.
Being so close to the Canadian border, much of our tourist population comes from our neighbors from the north! We would like to provide you with an easy-to-download sign for the window of your business, ensuring your Canadian customers feel welcome in the community.