Abbotsford

Although farms and berries might come to mind when you think of Abbotsford, our arts and culture scene is stealing the show. Abbotsford is a city rich in talent, art, culture, and history located only 45 minutes east of Vancouver. Explore our diverse museums and galleries, engage with local artisans, enjoy a variety of live performances, and take in public Read more...

Jim Unger is a professional artist living and working in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia. His studio and small gallery are located on his rural property in Abbotsford. Jim’s art has evolved over the nearly 20 years since its beginning, from primarily outdoor bits and pieces, to now large sculptures and indoor works. He uses copper in most of Read more...

Gallery 7 Theatre Abbotsford is a dynamic theatre company located in the heart of the Fraser Valley. The team at Gallery 7 is passionate about creating impactful and entertaining theatre experiences that delve into the spiritual, relational, and social aspects of the human experience, with a focus on hope, reconciliation, and redemption. Every year, Gallery 7 Theatre produces a full Read more...

Established in 1971, the Abbotsford Arts Council acts as a resource for local artists while promoting the vision, creativity, and energy of the Abbotsford community through the arts. Over 70 local arts, heritage, and culture organizations receive support under the umbrella of the Abbotsford Arts Council, and the talents of hundreds of local artists are showcased by the Abbotsford Arts Read more...

NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE AND SIKH HERITAGE MUSEUM (ESTABLISHED 1911) Welcome to the site for the Gur Sikh Temple, National Historic Site, and Sikh Heritage Museum. This historic site is located in Abbotsford, BC., Canada. The site, originally built by Sikh settlers from 1908-1911, was designated as a National Historic Site of Canada in 2002. In 2011, the Sikh Heritage Museum Read more...

The Mennonite Heritage Museum is owned by the Mennonite Museum Society. Established in 2011, the goals of the Society are: to engage present and future generations with the Mennonite story through a variety of mediums, including both permanent and temporary exhibits, films, and interactive digital displays; to preserve and document the history of Mennonites who came to British Columbia from Read more...

Located on unceded Stó:lō territory, The Reach Gallery Museum is the leading resource for cultural and creative innovation in the Fraser Valley, committed to preserving and sharing the stories of our rich and diverse cultural heritage and showcasing the best in visual arts from both inside and outside the community. The Reach is a community gathering place that forges connections Read more...

Trethewey House was built near the shores of Mill Lake in 1919 by provincial lumber baron Joseph Ogle “J.O” Trethewey. As President of the Abbotsford Lumber Company between 1919 and 1927, he led the company during their boom years in the 1920s. The House has undergone extensive restoration work and has been restored to c. 1925 with the help of Read more...