Quesnel

Discover Quesnel’s Arts & Culture Our community has passionate organizations and retail outlets that actively support the arts. The Quesnel Art Gallery, has been dedicated to promoting the talents of local and regional artists since 1968. The Quesnel & District Arts Council hosts monthly shows in the Gallery, a permanent art collection, workshops, ongoing programs and the Gallery Gift Shop. Read more...

The purpose of the Quesnel Arts Council  (QDCAC) is to increase and broaden the opportunities for Quesnel and District                    citizens to enjoy and participate in arts, cultural and heritage activities: – To help coordinate the work and programs of arts, heritage and cultural groups in the area; – To stimulate and Read more...

What began as a small, volunteer-driven grassroots initiative has blossomed over four decades into a beacon of artistic excellence in the Cariboo region of British Columbia. While our origins may have been humble, the Quesnel Art Gallery has since grown and thrived, thanks in part to the dedicated support of our community and the tireless efforts of our volunteers. Today, Read more...

From rare Chinese artifacts used during the gold rush era to ephemera that will evoke childhood memories, our extensive collections are sure to appeal to all ages and interests. Listen to the stories of our Chinese and First Nations Elders, or view our Sikh temple through interactive video installations. Meet the early residents of Quesnel through the photographs of C.D. Hoy Read more...