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Art Walks & Studio Tours

Catch artists in their own space and see the inner workings of the studio tours life. Watch as a potter or ceramicist works clay with an expert touch. See a painter use colour, form and composition to splash an image on blank canvas. Experience the process of glassmaking,  woodworking, metal sculpting, and an endless variety of artistic expression. British Columbia’s diverse culture and pristine natural beauty create the perfect conditions for a vibrant arts community. Artists all over the province open the doors of their studios to the public for specialized viewing tours that can be found on Art-BC.com.  Studio  tours are  an excellent way to immerse yourself in the local art  scene. Some artists open their studios throughout the year, or for the summer season, while others will only be available for viewing  during organized studio tours. To begin, find an existing studio tour with a proposed itinerary or create your own cultural crawl – plan a visit to one of BC’s Creative Communities using the Guide and Art-BC.com to curate your own exploration of galleries, artist studios and more!
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Public Art and Murals in Sechelt

Public Art and Murals in Sechelt
Sechelt
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January 1, 2026
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May 30, 2026
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Take a walk throughout downtown Sechelt, BC, to discover a variety of colourful murals and locally made sculptures. We recommend you start your walk at the Sechelt Visitor Info Centre, and finish at the Sunshine Coast Arts Centre gallery. This guided tour includes highlights of the District of Sechelt’s Public Art Collection as well as murals located on various businesses Read more...
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First Saturday Open Art Studios

First Saturday Open Art Studios
Vancouver
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January 4, 2026
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December 19, 2026
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First Saturday Open Art Studios is a free, monthly event that began in 2010 and can be found in various locations across the Lower Mainland. Every first Saturday noon to five pm, over 85 individual artists and art collectives open their workshops for you to enjoy! Be inspired by original art or buy your new, favorite piece directly from a local artist. Read more...
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Lumby Mural Tour

Lumby Mural Tour
Lumby
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January 28, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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Over the recent years, old and tired storefronts along with dusty streets began to find new life as residents and businesses began to refresh the place they call home. Storefronts and sidewalks capture the essence of yesterday and green spaces such as Norris Park emerged with a mix of nature in the village core. Colorful murals also make up our Read more...
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Castlegar Sculpturewalk

Castlegar Sculpturewalk
Castlegar
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February 3, 2026
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June 27, 2026
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Sculpture Capital of Canada™ Castlegar Sculpturewalk is a annual rotating exhibition showcasing thirty outdoor sculptures, from national and international artists,  in Castlegar’s downtown core. From May to October the public can vote on their favourite piece via ballot, and the winner of this People’s Choice Award is purchased by the City of Castlegar for the permanent collection. There are additional cash Read more...
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New Westminster Public Art

New Westminster Public Art
New Westminster
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February 3, 2026
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March 31, 2026
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New Westminster is home to a vibrant collection of public art that reflects the city’s creativity, diversity, and community spirit. Explore the Public Art Self-Guided Tour and Virtual Map to discover works that animate the urban landscape, spark dialogue, and celebrate inclusive artistic expression. You can also enjoy more self-guided experiences highlighting the city’s rich arts and heritage offerings. Read more...
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Salt Spring Year-Round Studio Tour

Salt Spring Year-Round Studio Tour
Salt Spring Island
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February 4, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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If you’d like to taste the very best of what Salt Spring has to offer, nothing compares to the mix of creativity, hand-made art and world-class craftsmanship that you can enjoy on the island’s famous Studio Tour. The Studio Tour makes it possible for you to watch artists while they work, following their passion. You can try on some unique Read more...
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Kelowna Cultural Walking Tour | Kelowna Cultural District

Kelowna Cultural District
Kelowna
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February 4, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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Download self-guided walking tour here Previously home to canneries, railways, shipping wharves, a sawmill, packinghouse and even a cigar factory, City planners were challenged with a now defunct industrial area. The district was once the centre of the Okanagan fruit-packing industry and with much of the land in public ownership, the sixblock area was ripe for a reimagining. Significant planning Read more...
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Chilliwack Art Trail | Tourism Chilliwack

Tourism Chilliwack
Chilliwack
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February 4, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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The Chilliwack Art Trail showcases the colourful murals born from the annual Mural Festival, now a permanent part of the city’s landscape. This self-guided walk offers a family-friendly way to explore downtown while experiencing the creativity and storytelling of local and international artists. Visit the website to plan your self-guided tour. Read more...
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Squamish Mural Walk

Explore Squamish And the Squamish Adventure Centre
Squamish
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February 4, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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The Squamish Mural Walk is a free, year-round self-guided tour of the 20+ murals in Downtown Squamish which includes new and existing murals. The best way to explore the murals in Downtown Squamish is by simply taking a stroll with this self-guided tour. Experience the diverse local cultures, history, and heritage of Squamish dating back to 2000 at your own Read more...
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Bowen Island Arts Tour

Bowen Island Arts Tour
Bowen Island
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May 23, 2026
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May 24, 2026
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Discover the Arts of Bowen Island. Join us for a FREE Self Guided Tour of 23 Art Studios and Hubs. Over 135 artists will be sharing their love of art with you. Sculpture, Photography, Painting, Ceramics, Jewellery, Textiles, Literary Works, and more. Each day will also offer a variety of Musical Performances and Literary Readings. This is a unique opportunity Read more...
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West of Main Artwalk

Artists in Our Midst
Vancouver
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May 30, 2026
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May 31, 2026
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The community is invited to fill their weekend with art May 30 & 31st. Private art studios and pop-up artist venues will be open across Vancouver’s west side during the Open Studio Tour & Sale open daily 11-5. From internationally recognized artists to some of the city’s emerging talent, this free event is a unique opportunity to explore and engage with artists Read more...
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Horseshoe Bay Art Walk

Horseshoe Bay Art Walk
West Vancouver
Date:
June 22, 2026
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Discover the charm of the Horseshoe Bay Art Walk on Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 11am to 4pm. Take a leisurely stroll through our charming seaside community and immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene. Local potters, painters, jewelers and woodworkers showcase their finest creations at various locations throughout Horseshoe Bay.       Read more...
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Nanoose Bay Studio Tour – Summer Breeze Tour

Nanoose Bay Studio Tour
Nanoose Bay
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July 18, 2026
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July 19, 2026
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✨ Summer Breeze Days & Festival Nights ✨ July 18 & 19 – Nanoose Bay Make it a full-sensory summer weekend! By Day: Explore the Nanoose Bay Studio Tour – wander through local studios, meet talented artists, and experience beautiful, handcrafted art in the heart of Nanoose Bay. By Night: Head to Pacific Moon Rising Bar & Grill (1600 Stroulger Rd, Read more...
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Nelson International Mural Festival | Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism

Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism
Nelson
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August 7, 2026
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August 9, 2026
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Cultural vibrancy in Nelson continues to flourish under the festival’s engagement of street artists, muralists, creators, and art enthusiasts joining the festival from the local, national, and international art scene. Through large scale public artworks, educational opportunities, and by animating the public sphere with reflections of local cultures, histories, and stories, the NDAC furthers and fortifies collaboration amongst artists, businesses, Read more...
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Columbia Basin Culture Tour | West Kootenay Arts Council

West Kootenay Arts Council
Nelson
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August 8, 2026
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August 9, 2026
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August 8 & 9, 2026 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Each year, the tour invites you to:  meet people behind the scenes at galleries and museums  visit studios and venues not normally open to the public shop for original art or fine crafts  enjoy special events Self-directed and free of charge, the tour features the work of skilled Read more...
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Route 19A Arts Festival

Lighthouse Community Center Society
Qualicum Beach
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September 12, 2026
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September 27, 2026
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The 4th annual Route 19A Arts Festival is a 16 day event in September (Sept 12-27) on central Vancouver Island celebrating the creativity of the small communities along Route 19A (Dashwood, Qualicum Bay, Bowser, Deep Bay, Fanny Bay and Union Bay) by showcasing local visual and performing artists with a Fine Art Exhibition, Live Performances and an Artists Studio Tour.   www.route19a.com Sept Read more...
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Lake Country ArtWalk

Lake Country ArtWalk
Lake Country
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September 12, 2026
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September 13, 2026
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The Okanagan’s Largest Art Show. Artists, Galleries, Fibre Arts, Live Music, Special Displays, Live Auction, Prizes, and so much more! This intriguing two day multi-arts festival offers an enormous amount of creative artworks of all forms and styles, along with music on four stages, and many special events. Follow the coloured gates to the two school sites within a park Read more...
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New Westminster Cultural Crawl

New Westminster Cultural Crawl
New Westminster
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October 3, 2026
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October 4, 2026
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The New West Cultural Crawl is back, and this time, it’s bigger and more vibrant than ever as the annual family-friendly event celebrates their 23rd year. From October 3 to 4 the city of New Westminster will come alive with a vibrant array of events and activities that highlight the city’s rich artistic community. This year’s event promises to inspire attendees Read more...
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Gabriola Thanksgiving Studio Tour

Gabriola Arts Council
Gabriola Island
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October 10, 2026
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October 12, 2026
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Gabriola Island’s Thanksgiving Studio Tour celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026! More than 50 participating studios on Canada’s Isle of the Arts open to over 1,500 visitors during Thanksgiving weekend. Plan your route at our Tour Central Preview Gallery, then venture out and find art of all kinds for your own collection: drawings, paintings, collage, sculpture, prints, ceramics, woodwork, textiles, Read more...
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Sunshine Coast Art Crawl

Sunshine Coast Art Crawl
Sunshine Coast
Date:
October 23, 2026
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October 25, 2026
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The Crawl is a free, self-guided tour you can take at your own pace, a perfect opportunity to bring your family and friends together to experience Coast Life and uncover some unique, often hidden, spots. Explore the online listings and pick up a printed brochure to plan your visits. “Did you Know” the Sunshine Coast Art Crawl’” was listed as Read more...
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Nanaimo Art Walk

Nanaimo Arts Council
Nanaimo
Date:
November 22, 2026
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November 23, 2026
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Since 1998, the Downtown Nanaimo Artwalk has been an exciting cultural event for visual artists to display works of art for sale. This is a self-guided tour through artists studios and host locations, featuring a great variety of art with something for everybody’s budget. Read more...
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Sunshine Coast Purple Banner Studio Tour

Sunshine Coast Purple Banner Studio Tour
Sechelt
Date:
October 31, 2027
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December 31, 2027
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EXPLORE THE ARTS + CULTURE LANDSCAPE OF THE SUNSHINE COAST The Coast Cultural Alliance’s role is to enhance arts and cultural tourism on the Sunshine Coast and to project a single, strong voice for local culture. The Alliance includes groups and individuals from the visual, performing, literary, and media arts on the Sunshine Coast. ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS ON THE Read more...
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Dream Factory: Cantopop Mandopop 1980s-2000 | Chinese Canadian Museum

Chinese Canadian Museum
Vancouver
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May 28, 2025
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July 19, 2026
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Welcome to Dream Factory — where pop stardom, migration, and music history collide. This bold, genre-defining exhibition celebrates the golden age of Cantopop and Mandopop — the iconic sounds that took Asia by storm and sparked a global music revolution. On view from May 28, 2025 at the Chinese Canadian Museum, Dream Factory dives into two unforgettable decades of pop — from idol fandoms Read more...
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Upcoming Events | Tourism Nanaimo

Tourism Nanaimo
Nanaimo
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October 1, 2025
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May 29, 2026
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Embrace the eclectic energy of Nanaimo at our Bathtub Races, a thrilling tribute to our marine heritage, or get lost in the magic of our Lantern Festival, join the city in colour for our Pride Festival, Jazz fest and more. Every season brings something new and exciting, ensuring that no two visits to Nanaimo are ever the same. Here’re Upcoming Read more...
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Enemy Alien: Tamio Wakayama | Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver
Date:
October 3, 2025
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February 22, 2026
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“In looking back, I think the best work I did was of the people.” —Tamio Wakayama Enemy Alien is the first major solo exhibition and retrospective of works by documentary photographer Tamio Wakayama. His career, spanning over fifty years, began with his photographs of the Civil Rights Movement in the southern United States. Wakayama documented many of the social justice movements Read more...
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Parallax(e): Perspectives on the Canada–U.S. Border | The Reach Gallery

The Reach Gallery Museum
Abbotsford
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October 8, 2025
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May 30, 2026
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Canada and the United States have immense powers over people and legal rights. Yet they are not the first or only nations in these lands. What do we really know about the history of the 49th parallel? How was it visualized and carved into the landscape over a century and a half ago? What perspectives are lost when we look Read more...
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Beautifully Broken – Kintsugi by Naoko Fukumaru | Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre

Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
Burnaby
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October 14, 2025
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February 21, 2026
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Kintsugi, the Japanese art of “golden joinery,” is a 500-year-old tradition of repairing broken ceramics with natural Urushi lacquer and powdered gold. Rather than disguising damage, it highlights it—honoring imperfection and the passage of time. Vancouver-based artist Naoko Fukumaru draws on this ancient practice as both a craft and a meditative process. Through her work, she offers a powerful metaphor for personal healing: Read more...
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Beautifully Broken

Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
Burnaby
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October 14, 2025
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February 21, 2026
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Beautifully Broken – Kintsugi by Naoko Fukumaru Oct 14, 2025 – Feb 21, 2026 TUE-SAT 10AM-5PM admission by donation Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, BC Kintsugi, the Japanese art of “golden joinery,” is a 500-year-old tradition of repairing broken ceramics with natural Urushi lacquer and powdered gold. Rather than disguising damage, it highlights it—honoring imperfection Read more...
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Woven Pathways: Fashion and Cultural Continuity | Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler

Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler
Whistler
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October 18, 2025
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April 5, 2026
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Connected through waters and shared territory, this exhibit features Squamish and Lil̓wat fashion and accessory designers with guest artists from the Northwest Coast. Through contemporary expression, Indigenous designers represent their identities rooted in lineage, land, and culture, shaping the future of fashion. Featuring works selected by Guest Curator Rebecca Baker-Grenier, an Indigenous Designer of Kwakiutł and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh ancestry. Join us on Read more...
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ORE & ORCAS | Britannia Mine Museum

Britannia Mine Museum
Britannia Beach
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October 20, 2025
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February 28, 2026
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October 20, 2025- February 28, 2026. After exploring the underground and the award-winning BOOM! show, you can journey to the Terra Lab to explore this dynamic temporary exhibit. Explore how copper contamination impacted the marine food chain from plankton to predators, and learn how remediation efforts now protect this ecosystem. This unique display includes specimens from the Howe Sound ecosystem, Read more...
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