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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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Browning Stained Glass in North Shore Art Crawl

North Vancouver
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October 14, 2023
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October 15, 2023
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Find Browning Stained Glass in the North Shore Art Crawl on October 14-15, 11am-5pm The North Shore Art Crawl celebrates the talent of local artists. Each spring, artists, local community galleries, commercial galleries, and art schools open their doors to the public to display their work and share their passion. The North Shore Art Crawl is inclusive of all art Read more...
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Whistler Wine Walk

Whistler
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October 6, 2023
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October 27, 2023
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Tourism Whistler’s annual Whistler Wine Walk is back! Every Friday night in October. Join us for Live Art Painting and Wine Explore Whistler’s bustling gallery scene while sampling wines from BC wineries every Friday night in October. Each week, four public and private galleries offer a new taste of Whistler’s eclectic cultural mix featuring local, regional, and international artists, and Read more...
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Caetani Centre Self-Guided Tours

Vernon
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May 1, 2023
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September 30, 2023
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Join us as you hear the fascinating Caetani family story as our friendly interpreters take you inside our 1895 heritage home on Pleasant Valley Road near downtown Vernon. See Caetani family artifacts, including 1920s custom couture by the likes of Chanel and Louis Vuitton. Watch home movies that show what Vernon looked like 100 years ago. Marvel at the collection Read more...
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21st Annual Art and Bloom Festival

Courtenay
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May 18, 2024
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May 20, 2024
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21st Annual Art and Bloom Festival May 20, 21 & 22, 2023 Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm Mon. 10am-4pm Entrance Fee: $10.00   About the garden: Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens are an act of love, developed by one man in an effort to fulfill a dream to share with all. Woodland Gardens, Courtenay, BC has one of the largest rhododendron collections Read more...
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Bowen Island Arts Tour

Bowen Island
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May 25, 2024
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May 26, 2024
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Discover the Arts of Bowen Island. Join us for a Self Guided Tour of 20 Art Studios and Hubs. Over 50 artists will be sharing their love of art with you. Sculpture, Photography, Painting, Ceramics, Jewellery, Textiles and more. Each day will also offer a variety of Musical Performances and Literary Readings. This is a unique opportunity to see artists Read more...
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Penticton Fall Art Walk

Penticton
Date:
November 18, 2023
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Whether you walk, ride, or drive, the Penticton Fall Art Walk always has something new in store to experience. Support local while shopping this holiday season and find one-of-a-kind items created by local artists. Though the Fall Art Walk is a one-day event, we hope you will keep these venues on your regular visiting list. This map is sponsored by Read more...
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Year-Round Penticton Art Walk

Penticton
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January 7, 2023
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December 30, 2023
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Enjoy visiting local galleries and businesses that are open to the public all year long. Pick up a printed version at any of the locations below or download a version to view or print from our website. This map was created in partnership with the Penticton & District Community Arts Council, the Penticton Art Gallery, Visit Penticton, and the Downtown Read more...
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Squamish ArtWalk

Squamish
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January 1, 2023
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June 30, 2024
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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. Squamish Mural Walk presented by the Downtown Squamish BIA 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. Last year eleven new mural installations were painted Read more...
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Virtual Tour App | Nelson Koteenay Lake

Nelson
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June 1, 2024
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September 30, 2024
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NEW Touring App Have you ever wanted to hire a tour guide, who takes you around Kootenay Lake in the privacy of your vehicle, and tells you about the land, lake, amenities and more? Well, that dream has come true with the Kootenay Lake Road Trip App and it’s Driving Tours. The App also has a Mural Tour that highlights Read more...
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Vancouver Island North Art Tour

Port Hardy
Date:
January 1, 2023
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December 30, 2023
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Creating arts and crafts in all imaginable disciplines is one productive way that North Islanders make use of their long winter nights. As a result, there is a remarkable range of work on display in galleries and home studios throughout the region. Masks, totems, rattles and exquisite carvings of animals and spirit creatures is a centuries-old tradition for the Kwakwaka’wakw Read more...
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Historical Walking Tour of Downtown New Westminster

New Westminster
Date:
January 1, 2023
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May 30, 2024
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As one of Canada’s oldest cities, New Westminster is filled with history and is home to some of the province’s oldest structures. Follow along as we explore its historical roots and learn about the rich past of Downtown New West. We’ve listed four prominent buildings for you to explore, but be sure to do some of your own exploring along the way! Read more...
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Richmond Public Art

Richmond
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January 1, 2023
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June 1, 2024
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There are a variety of ways to learn about and explore Richmond’s public art. Discover them online on our Public Art Registry page, or take a look at our public art brochures. The City of Richmond is proud to be home to a wealth of signature public artworks and is dedicated to creating a vibrant city in which to live Read more...
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Quesnel Painted Fire Hydrant Walking Tour

Quesnel
Date:
January 1, 2023
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December 31, 2023
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Download PDF of the Tour The tour begins at City Hall on the corner of Kinchant Street and St. Laurent Avenue. Follow the brochure map to see all the hydrants in the order they are presented.Fire Hydrant Sponsors (in order of the tour ): Ron Rasmussen CA Subway City Furniture Safeway Expressions by Ewe Circle ‘S’ Western Wear Outlaws Willis Harper Spa Rivier Read more...
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New Westminster Public Art

New Westminster
Date:
January 1, 2023
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June 1, 2024
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Promoting and encouraging diverse and inclusive  public art opportunities to animate the urban landscape and nurture civic dialogue.  Read more...
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Murals of Chemainus

Chemainus
Date:
January 1, 2023
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December 30, 2023
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The Chemainus Mural Project, started in 1981, is the world’s leading community-driven art tourism experience. Spurred to save a community from certain economic collapse, the Chemainus Mural Project has delighted and inspired millions of visitors and ultimately became the blueprint for community mural projects globally. The Chemainus Festival of Murals Society restores, maintains and introduces new murals as the occasion Read more...
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West of the Main Artwalk

Vancouver
Date:
May 25, 2024
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May 26, 2024
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VANCOUVER, B.C. – Celebrating 30 years! The West of Main Art Walk is back with over 60 participating artists in Vancouver’s longest running open studio tour & sale.  Click here for the map  https://www.artistsinourmidst.com/2023-artwalk The community is invited to fill their weekend with art May 27-28th! Private art studios and pop-up artist venues will be open across Vancouver’s west side during Read more...
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Downtown Langley Mural Walk

Langley
Date:
January 1, 2023
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May 11, 2024
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We are proud to watch thousands of people that come to Downtown Langley City annually to take part in our beautiful Downtown Langley Mural Walk Mural Walk | Downtown Langley. This is a family-friendly activity and it’s also perfect for date-night or something fun to do with your friends. Our Mural Walk features 25 one-of-a-kind, professional murals all within walking Read more...
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Quesnel Art Walk

Quesnel
Date:
October 10, 2023
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October 22, 2023
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Celebrate local artists and take part in the second annual Quesnel Art Walk. Art will be on display in participating downtown businesses for you to view. Read more...
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Castlegar Sculpturewalk

Castlegar
Date:
May 20, 2023
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October 31, 2023
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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 Read more...
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Public Art and Murals in Sechelt

Sechelt
Date:
January 1, 2023
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May 31, 2024
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Public Art Tour = Free Mobile App Our Public Art Collection enriches the quality of life for both residents and visitors alike through the display of art in public places, and by preserving and collecting artworks that are significant to our local cultural heritage. The first work of art to enter the District of Sechelt’s collection was a painting titled Sechelt Read more...
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North Shore Art Crawl

North Vancouver
Date:
October 13, 2023
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October 15, 2023
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In its thirtheenth year running, the North Shore Art Crawl partners with local galleries, community centres, businesses and art schools to invite the public to celebrate the talent of local artists by viewing their works and learning about their passions. This annual event is made memorable and unique by the wide range of media displayed by the artists, including textiles, Read more...
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The Shuffle Port Moody Art Walk 2023

Port Moody
Date:
June 21, 2024
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The Port Moody Art Walk is back for 2023! Kick-start your summer with a self-directed tour of artist studios and galleries within walking distance of Port Moody’s Gallery Row on Friday, June 23 from 4-9pm. Do the Art SHUFFLE! Hit the streets of Port Moody to explore artist studios, galleries, and art in public spaces. Meet the artists, try art activities, Read more...
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Gabriola Thanksgiving Studio Tour

Gabriola Island
Date:
October 7, 2023
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October 9, 2023
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The air is ripe with the scent of pumpkin spice lattes, the crunch of fallen leaves, and the hum of the creative engine, as Studio Tour artists prepare for the 27th Annual Thanksgiving Studio Tour. The Gabriola Arts Council welcomes over 60 artists to the tour this year with nine new participants. You will see familiar faces from various places, Read more...
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Central Island Studio Tour

Courtenay
Date:
May 18, 2024
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May 20, 2024
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The Central Island Studio Tour is held on the last weekend of May each year. Studio artists include both established and well-known artists – folks who sell their work around the world and are collected in public and private galleries – as well as emerging and experimenting artists who have either just begun their careers or are perhaps shifting to Read more...
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Sunshine Coast Purple Banner Studio Tour

Sechelt
Date:
January 1, 2023
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December 23, 2023
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YEAR ROUND TOUR OF ARTISTS’ STUDIOS Look for the flying PURPLE BANNERS all along the Sunshine Coast from Langdale to Powell River. Wherever you see a PURPLE BANNER, the arts are at work. In many cases, but not always, the banner is an invitation to drop in. Please refer to the specific listing to determine whether an appointment is required. Read more...
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Sunshine Coast Art Crawl

Sunshine Coast
Date:
October 20, 2023
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October 22, 2023
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October 20-22, 2023 the Sunshine Coast Art Crawl will be presenting 150+ venues featuring over 250 artists from Langdale to Earls Cove. Over the 3 days, the Coast transforms into one large interactive art show. Join friends and take a free self-directed scenic coastal tour; meet the artists and discover where they live, work and play. Art Walks Many artists will be offering Read more...
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New Westminster Cultural Crawl

New Westminster
Date:
October 14, 2023
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October 15, 2023
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The New West Cultural Crawl is a two-day visual art and cultural festival that celebrates and presents New Westminster’s creative character and diversity. A cultural experience that exists throughout the city’s neighbourhoods. Discover our historical heritage and the ‘New’ New West. New Westminster has a fantastic artistic landscape that continues to evolve with every passing year.  Saturday and Sunday the Read more...
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Doors Open Richmond

Richmond
Date:
June 8, 2024
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June 9, 2024
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The annual Doors Open Richmond returning this spring as a free, in-person event from June 8 to 9, 2024. Doors Open celebrates cultural diversity and raises civic awareness by offering a look inside places of worship, cultural and civic centres, local businesses, museums and heritage sites. Featuring  39 sites, some programs require pre-registration but most offer drop-in activities. Visitors can plan their weekend Read more...

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Fibre & Textile Art Classes | Place des Arts

Coquitlam
Date:
January 1, 2023
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December 31, 2023
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Check out the full list of workshops here Our fibre arts classes explore weaving, felting, spinning and dyeing and other fibre arts. Students gain hands-on experience while developing fine motor skills, colour sense and learn how textiles are created. Read more...
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Ceramics, Pottery and Sculpture @Place des Arts

Coquitlam
Date:
January 1, 2023
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December 31, 2023
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Find full list of workshops here Kids love getting their hands in the mud in our Clay Play handbuilding classes, and teens and adults can develop and hone skills in handbuilding or wheelthrowing. Read more...
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Murals of Chemainus

Chemainus
Date:
January 1, 2023
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December 30, 2023
No Reviews
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The Chemainus Mural Project, started in 1981, is the world’s leading community-driven art tourism experience. Spurred to save a community from certain economic collapse, the Chemainus Mural Project has delighted and inspired millions of visitors and ultimately became the blueprint for community mural projects globally. The Chemainus Festival of Murals Society restores, maintains and introduces new murals as the occasion Read more...
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New Westminster Public Art

New Westminster
Date:
January 1, 2023
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June 1, 2024
No Reviews
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Promoting and encouraging diverse and inclusive  public art opportunities to animate the urban landscape and nurture civic dialogue.  Read more...
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Quesnel Painted Fire Hydrant Walking Tour

Quesnel
Date:
January 1, 2023
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December 31, 2023
No Reviews
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Download PDF of the Tour The tour begins at City Hall on the corner of Kinchant Street and St. Laurent Avenue. Follow the brochure map to see all the hydrants in the order they are presented.Fire Hydrant Sponsors (in order of the tour ): Ron Rasmussen CA Subway City Furniture Safeway Expressions by Ewe Circle ‘S’ Western Wear Outlaws Willis Harper Spa Rivier Read more...
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Richmond Public Art

Richmond
Date:
January 1, 2023
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June 1, 2024
No Reviews
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There are a variety of ways to learn about and explore Richmond’s public art. Discover them online on our Public Art Registry page, or take a look at our public art brochures. The City of Richmond is proud to be home to a wealth of signature public artworks and is dedicated to creating a vibrant city in which to live Read more...
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Historical Walking Tour of Downtown New Westminster

New Westminster
Date:
January 1, 2023
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May 30, 2024
No Reviews
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As one of Canada’s oldest cities, New Westminster is filled with history and is home to some of the province’s oldest structures. Follow along as we explore its historical roots and learn about the rich past of Downtown New West. We’ve listed four prominent buildings for you to explore, but be sure to do some of your own exploring along the way! Read more...
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Public Art and Murals in Sechelt

Sechelt
Date:
January 1, 2023
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May 31, 2024
No Reviews
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Public Art Tour = Free Mobile App Our Public Art Collection enriches the quality of life for both residents and visitors alike through the display of art in public places, and by preserving and collecting artworks that are significant to our local cultural heritage. The first work of art to enter the District of Sechelt’s collection was a painting titled Sechelt Read more...
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