Galleries are a place of convergence where art intersects with life, where expression gives way to inspiration and a shared experience creates community.
Curators are a vital part of the ebb and flow of the art scene. Working alongside artists to showcase work and draw an audience; a symbiotic and supportive relationship. Galleries across British Columbia showcase the art of locals, well known artists, and internationally recognized professionals. Explore hundreds of galleries throughout the province, from small, individually owned spaces, to large city exhibitions housed in public galleries.
Victoria
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The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is one of British Columbia’s most significant public art museums, located in a tranquil, park-like setting just outside downtown Victoria. Housed in a unique combination of contemporary exhibition spaces and the historic 1889 Spencer Mansion, the gallery blends heritage architecture with modern design. Established in 1946, the gallery has grown to hold the largest Read more...
Courtenay
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Living an artful existence with gratitude and deep respect on the unceded traditional territory of the Pentlatch people and the K’ómoks First Nation, comprised of the Sathloot, Sasitla, Ieeksen and Xa’xe people Artful : The Gallery is a vibrant artist owned and operated gallery that showcases emerging and mid-career artists from across Vancouver Island, especially the Comox Valley. Come visit as a curious art Read more...
Crawford Bay
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The Artisans of Crawford Bay are located 10 minutes south of the Kootenay Bay ferry landing or one hour north of Creston on Highway 3A. Here you can watch original crafts being made in centuries old processes and machinery, culminating in a beautiful assortment of hand made items. Inside the walls of a straw bale building, you will find walls Read more...
New Westminster
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The Gallery at Queen’s Park is community art gallery that has provided a venue for emerging and established artists to showcase their work since 1985. Over the year, 12 exhibitions are presented in two-dimensional and three-dimensional mediums such as paintings, photography, pottery, wood carvings, bronze statues, and more. Located in the Centennial Lodge in Queen’s Park. Operated by the Arts Read more...
Courtenay
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ARTWRX Studio/Gallery, formerly known as Art Alchemy Studio, is a shared studio space in downtown Courtenay where we support each other to promote growth and professionalism as artists. A visit to the ARTWRX Studio offers you an opportunity to view the work of 10 individual artists with very unique styles. The goal is that each artist has fun creating in Read more...
Crawford Bay
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Nestled along the beauty of British Columba, Barefoot Handweaving invites you into a world of colour, texture, and centuries-old tradition. Our team has dedicated ourselves to creating one-of-a-kind, handwoven items made from natural materials and whimsical colour palettes. Our weavers work barefoot, enabling direct contact with the treadles to sculpt intricate patterns and connect to the loom in a deeply tactile way. Read more...
Vancouver
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Located in Downtown Vancouver, the Bill Reid Gallery is a unique destination that celebrates the extraordinary diversity of contemporary Indigenous Northwest Coast Art. It is the only public Gallery in Canada dedicated to NWC Art and stands as a tribute to the legendary Haida master artist, Bill Reid (1920 – 1998). The Gallery curates a series of dynamic exhibitions and Read more...
Squamish
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Brackendale Art Gallery is a vibrant arts and cultural hub located in the Sea-to-Sky region, just north of Squamish. Housed in a rustic, heritage-style building, it has been a cornerstone of the local arts scene for decades, blending visual art, live performance, and community gathering into one dynamic space. The gallery features a rotating program of exhibitions that highlight artists Read more...
Campbell River
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The Campbell River Art Gallery is a non-profit gallery which exhibits the contemporary art of professional artists from across Canada in our main exhibition space, as well as in our three satellite cases. The Gallery offers workshops for adults and youth, school and community gallery tours (followed by an art activity), artist in the school programs, Super Saturday free art-making Read more...
Bowen Island
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Catching Stars Gallery is a BC Artist Cooperative showcasing handcrafted artworks in a space that reflects the natural beauty of Bowen Island. In the gallery you will find an amazing selection of locally created artworks: jewellery, pottery, paintings, fine art photography, wood, stone, glass, bronze and leather creations, self-care products, candles, art cards and more. Find gift items large and Read more...
Vancouver Granville Island
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Charlene is a mixed media artist who has arrived at her career from a background in interior design, corporate marketing, and teaching. Her self-directed art education has included courses at Emily Carr University as well as studies in Europe and the United States. Charlene’s art is informed by the exploration of the natural world. Her unique style incorporates realism and abstraction Read more...
Christina Lake
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Christina Lake Arts Collective is a not for profit, community-supported charitable organization. Our mission is to celebrate and promote arts and culture at the Lake, enriching and enhancing people’s lives by providing diverse programming that energizes the community. We offer opportunities for connection and participation through music, classes and a curated event space, inspiring creativity and fostering a love of Read more...
North Vancouver
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Explore Your Creative Side with North Van Arts through art classes, exhibitions, art rental, and events, and navigate to arts & culture with the North Shore Culture Compass. Exhibitions This contemporary, interactive art gallery was built for the community and all exhibitions are group based and themed, to inspire reflection and conversation. This creative approach results in remarkable, thought-provoking and Read more...
Lake Cowichan
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The Cowichan Lake Arts & Culture Centre is a vibrant community hub where creativity, learning, and local culture come together in the heart of the Cowichan Lake region. Operated by the Cowichan Lake Arts & Culture Society, the centre offers a welcoming space for artists and visitors of all skill levels to explore a wide range of artistic disciplines—from painting Read more...
Duncan
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Located in the heart of Duncan, the Cowichan Public Art Gallery is a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to celebrating contemporary visual art. Operated by a non-profit society, the gallery presents a dynamic program of rotating exhibitions featuring local, national, and international artists, offering visitors a diverse and thought-provoking artistic experience. Committed to advancing public appreciation of the arts, the gallery Read more...
Nakusp
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BIOGRAPHY Debra Rushfeldt was born in Calgary Alberta, and received her art education at ACAD, and the Banff Center. Her art practice spans several decades, and creative evolutions. Currently, her work delves into magic realism with a focus on the natural world, and painting fanciful narratives about the creatures who live there. She has been a full time resident of Read more...
West Vancouver
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FERRY BUILDING GALLERY The Ferry Building Gallery is a public community art gallery operated by the District of West Vancouver and is located in the heart of Ambleside at Ambleside Landing. Situated in one of West Vancouver’s original buildings, the newly restored gallery serves as a hub for arts and culture. The gallery presents up to 11 exhibitions annually at Read more...
Delta
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Just off Hwy 17 on 56th street, Open Fri-Sun, 12-4 pm Gallery 1710 hosts monthly art exhibitions showcasing original artwork in styles ranging from realistic to abstract. Only 5 minutes from the ferry terminal, with free parking, our spacious gallery is open Friday to Sunday, 12 – 4 pm. GALLERY 1710 hosts original fine art shows and sales every month, featuring Read more...
Victoria
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Gallery Merrick is a contemporary fine art gallery located in downtown Victoria, showcasing a curated collection of works by emerging and established Canadian artists alongside select international talent. Founded by curator Joe Bembridge, the gallery is dedicated to supporting living artists and fostering creative growth, with a strong emphasis on originality, diversity of perspectives, and artistic innovation. Its collection spans Read more...
North Vancouver
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Griffin Art Projects (GAP) is a non-profit art residency and gallery located in North Vancouver devoted to supporting artists in the production of new work through its residency program, and in creating new research on contemporary Canadian and international art, artists and art collections from around the world in its exhibition program. GAP is a non-collecting institution that has quickly Read more...
Hope
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The Hope Arts Gallery offers approximately 2,000 square feet of exhibition space for local artists. We also feature special monthly shows in the Back Room showcasing artists from throughout the Province. Explore Hope here: Arts and Culture Map Arts Machine Events Workshop Hope Arts and Cultural Centres Read more...
North Vancouver
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Founded in 1979, the Inuit Gallery has been dedicated to promoting Inuit, Northwest Coast Indigenous and Canadian art. The gallery is known for presenting groundbreaking exhibitions, participating in international art fairs and placing works in major museum and private collections worldwide. The gallery features sculpture and graphics by established, senior artists as well as new art works by the talented Read more...
Vancouver Granville Island
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The Karen Cooper Gallery, located on Granville Island, sits at the heart of Vancouver’s vibrant art and artisan community. Karen Cooper is a celebrated landscape photographer whose work—crafted in collaboration with her innovative team—is presented across multiple mediums. Her fine art photographs can be found in both private collections and public spaces, including corporate offices and landmark developments. Over the Read more...
Kelowna
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The Kelowna Art Gallery is located in the heart of Kelowna’s Cultural District in downtown Kelowna, BC. We offer visitors the opportunity to explore changing exhibitions of both historical and contemporary Canadian art in our four Gallery spaces, including an outdoor courtyard area. The Kelowna Art Gallery is proud to be an inclusive and welcoming space for everyone, especially the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Read more...
Ladysmith
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Art Boutique & Exhibitions The Arts Council of Ladysmith and District (ACLD) is the most comprehensive visual arts organization in Ladysmith! Our goal is to bring together artists & arts lovers of all styles and mediums and to provide artistic opportunities and experiences within the community and surrounding areas. The Ladysmith Gallery hosts two art exhibitions each month, a membership art show, Read more...
Victoria
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At the University of Victoria Legacy Art Galleries, art works to promote dialogue around issues that matter. Our exhibitions and programs activate research and learning through university and community collaborations. The Legacy Art Gallery Downtown is UVic’s primary art gallery space. It is a lively and engaging centre for art that is easily accessible to the community and features rotating Read more...
Vancouver
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Liquid Amber Tattoo And Art Collective seamlessly blends bespoke tattoo artistry and cosmetic tattoo services with a thoughtfully curated art gallery. As a proud women-led establishment, Liquid Amber has passionately championed Vancouver’s diverse artistic community since 2001, striving to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment for both creators and art enthusiasts. Step into our recently renovated corner studio in Vancouver’s Read more...
Victoria
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Madrona Gallery specializes in contemporary and historic Canadian paintings and sculptures. Since its opening in 2010, the gallery has hosted over 100 exhibitions and highlighted some of the best of Canadian art. Madrona has become a leader in the region for sourcing rare and important works by some of Canada’s most influential artists and provides a welcoming space and excellent Read more...
Victoria
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Mark Loria Gallery is one of the leading indigenous art galleries in the world specializing in contemporary art from the Northwest Coast of Canada. Based in downtown Victoria, BC – and grateful to be on the traditional territories of the Lekwungen-speaking peoples – The gallery produces four to six new exhibitions every year, supplemented by ongoing new works by gallery Read more...
Victoria
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Victoria Market Collective is a community-driven retail collective that showcases locally made and Canadian artisan goods, offering a year-round “market-style” shopping experience in the heart of Victoria. Originally launched as a pop-up in 2020 to support artisans affected by the loss of in-person markets, it has since grown into a permanent platform connecting hundreds of makers with shoppers who value Read more...
Parksville
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MONK is a West Coast Canadian Artist with a Gallery in Parksville, Vancouver Island, and a beach studio in spectacular Rathtrevor Beach, Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Monk’s art is primarily from the endless ocean views, idyllic beach scenes, beautiful Gulf Island coastlines, spectacular old-growth forests, serene gardens, and ancient totem poles. Monk’s energy, creativity, joy, and reverence for all of Read more...
Victoria
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Discover Art at the Fairmont Empress Where timeless elegance meets contemporary creativity. We’re thrilled to welcome you to our newest gallery location at the iconic Fairmont Empress in Victoria, BC. Known for its storied charm and beautiful Inner Harbour views, the Empress now also plays host to a thoughtfully curated collection of contemporary artwork—both inside our gallery space and throughout the Read more...
Hope
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Walking to stores for usual or occasional needs is not always everyone’s preference, but it is an unavoidable part of modern life for most of us. Muskwa Gallery & Indian Crafts conducts business to serve visitors who come here while shopping and would be ready to buy art and handiwork. You can learn more info if you call 1-604-869-5000. This Read more...
Vernon
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Nadine’s Fine Art & Frames is an intimate little gallery in the heart of Downtown Vernon, BC, boasting the finest selection of Local Fine Art in the Valley. Located at 3101 31 Avenue, in the heart of Downtown Vernon. We are open Monday to Friday 9:30 to 5:30, Saturdays, 10;00am. to 4:00. Please call the store for an appointment if Read more...
Nanaimo
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Located on the lands of the Snuneymuxw, in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, Nanaimo Art Gallery is an ambitious public art gallery that inspires and engages its communities through art. Over the past several years, the Gallery has moved through a phase of significant transformation to reposition itself in the communities we serve and to enhance our capacity. We have Read more...
Nanaimo
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Discover Nanaimo Ceramic Arts Studio and Gallery, nestled in downtown Nanaimo on traditional Snuneymuxw land. Our diverse store showcases ceramics, paintings, jewelry, cards, and fibre arts. With a fully-equipped clay and art classroom, private studios, kiln, and glaze room, creativity knows no bounds here. Join us for weekly ceramic classes in wheel throwing and hand building. Explore monthly memberships and Read more...
Gabriola
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Nova Boutique & Gallery is a vibrant arts-focused retail space and community hub on Gabriola Island, often described as a central gathering place for local creativity. The gallery and boutique showcase the work of more than 60 local artists, makers, and authors, offering a diverse mix of handmade goods, fine art, and one-of-a-kind crafts. Alongside these locally produced pieces, Nova Read more...
Gibsons
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Sunshine Coast Artists & Artisans One Flower One Leaf Gallery proudly showcases over 30 local artists and artisans. Artwork, paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry, pottery, wood carvings, glass art and musical instruments. Immerse yourself in creativity on the waterfront in the heart of Gibsons Landing. A great place to find art and handmade gifts crafted by the best talent on the Read more...
Quesnel
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Outdoor Gallery – Quesnel Located in the heart of Quesnel, the Outdoor Gallery transforms the community into an open-air art experience. As you explore the city, you’ll discover a collection of public artworks integrated into streetscapes, parks, and public spaces—making art accessible to everyone, year-round. This self-guided experience highlights the creativity of local and regional artists, featuring everything from murals Read more...
Nanaimo
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Discover Nanaimo’s newest creative hub — our brand‑new Gallery is now open, welcoming visitors Wednesday to Sundayfrom 10:30–6pm, with extended hours on Thursdays from 10–8pm. Every Thursday evening we host Art Zone programming from 5:30–7:30pm during the Night Market, a lively weekly celebration of local creativity. Alongside our Gallery, we’re gearing up for two major summer events: Art by the Read more...
Vancouver
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An intimate art space in the heart of Strathcona celebrating local Vancouver artists in several shows a year in a variety of mediums. Every month a new artist takes over the gallery windows which when lit up at night provide another visual experience of the exhibiting artist’s work. Located at 800 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC The neighbourhood is home to numerous Read more...
Penticton
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The Penticton Art Gallery is a leading visual arts institution and community cultural hub located along the waterfront in downtown Penticton. Dedicated to showcasing and preserving the artistic and cultural heritage of Canada—particularly that of Indigenous Peoples—the gallery presents a dynamic program of rotating exhibitions featuring local, national, and international artists. Its mission centres on engaging the public with important Read more...
Parksville
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The Pentlatch Gallery, nestled in Parksville on the scenic Vancouver Island in BC, Canada, welcomed visitors for the first time in the spring of 2024. This event marked the realization of a long-held dream for Gerald A. Fuller from the Snuneymuxw Nation (Coast Salish), a dream deferred by prior commitments. Gerald, an outdoor indigenous still life photographer, multimedia artist, graphic Read more...
New Westminster
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PotteryWorks is a multi-media art studio located in New Westminster that supports, teaches and promotes artists overcoming disability through the practice of art and craft. Our primary goal at Pottery Works is to support community inclusion for our artists. SHOP ON LINE – https://www.potteryworksonlineshop.ca/ We teach and promote them to become valued members of their communities and to be recognized Read more...
Quesnel
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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...
North Vancouver
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Seymour Art Gallery welcomes more than 25,000 visitors annually to our gallery, Gallery Shop, and special events. Along with a busy exhibition schedule, we present performance events — including music, artist demonstrations, interactive art-making, and events for children. The Seymour Art Gallery establishes a high standard in our balanced program of visual and performing arts. The gallery also plays an Read more...
Smithers
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The Smithers Art Gallery is a non-profit organization at the heart of the local visual arts community and has been in operation since 1971. Our exhibitions change every 4-5 weeks and showcase the work of local and regional artists in solo and group shows. The Gallery regularly offers artists’ talks and demonstrations, art classes and workshops, community art events, summer Read more...
Sooke
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South Shore Gallery, located in the heart of beautiful Sooke, British Columbia, features a collection of original artwork. Paintings, ceramics, glass, metal works, jewellery, wearables, and fibre art, along with fabulous one of a kind cards and gifts. Shop a selection of art supplies, everything from brushes and paint, to cleaners, artboards and pre-stretched canvases. Read more...
Squamish
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Squamish Public Art is an online platform and initiative that showcases the diverse collection of public artworks found throughout Squamish. Managed in collaboration with the Squamish Arts Council, it serves as a digital guide to murals, sculptures, and installations that animate the town’s public spaces and reflect its cultural identity. The platform features an interactive catalogue of artworks—including large-scale murals, Read more...
Williams Lake
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Built by the Pacific Great Eastern Railway in late 1919, the Station House, is Williams Lake’s oldest building and has always served as a centre of activity for the community. Over the years it has been a meeting place for civic, schooI boards and other groups. In the 60’s and 70’s the building fell into a state of disrepair, a Read more...
Nakusp
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Studio Connexion is a Fine Arts Gallery in the heart of Nakusp, showcasing local talent and other artists from across Canada. Originally a boutique selling antique reproduction furniture, Studio Connexion evolved into a Fine Art Gallery which hosts a number of art exhibitions each year. It is a cultural space promoting visual art in the Arrow Lakes region and the West Kootenays. Read more...
Surrey
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Click Here for Hours Engage with contemporary art through changing exhibitions, permanent artworks, and events like talks, tours, and artmaking days with friends and family. Surrey Art Gallery is a contemporary art museum that specializes in digital art. Since 1975, more than 10,000 local, national, and international artists have shown their work here. We also offer art classes for all Read more...
Telegraph Cove
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Showcasing West Coast Art with a Marine Flair! Built by Don Bastian this unique building features his wood artistry inside and outside. Seagulls, a whale, bear and cub, an ocean wave and a lighthouse are all depicted in the shingle siding. Metal fish, whales and other artwork are intertwined with boom chains, both inside and out, to bid a warm Read more...
Campbell River
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The Crow’s Nest Artist Collective is a vibrant, community-focused art gallery and creative studio located in Campbell River on Vancouver Island. Founded in 2016, it operates as a dynamic artist collective dedicated to supporting and showcasing local talent. The space combines multiple creative experiences under one roof. It functions as a gallery featuring primarily locally made artwork and handmade goods, Read more...
Vancouver
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The Gallery George offers a unique way of connecting with the arts by supporting local established and emerging artists. Meet a unique Art Gallery which offers a welcoming hub for community engagement, exploration and enjoyment of contemporary art and cultural events. We research and carefully select high quality, multi discipline works from local artists and have now expanded our roster nationwide. The Read more...
Nelson
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The Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery celebrates the creativity, the history, the vibe that is Nelson, Canada’s Best Small Art Town. Located in a stunning 1902 heritage building in the heart of the historic downtown district, Nelsons only public museum and archives offers a friendly atmosphere in an exciting state-of-the-art facility. Visitors will learn about the region’s expansive history from Read more...
North Vancouver
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Grounded in photography, The Polygon Gallery creates space to challenge how we see the world. Since opening its doors in 2017, this West Coast architectural marvel has presented the work of thousands of artists, from international stars to the country’s most exciting emerging talent. Admission to The Polygon is always by donation, courtesy of BMO Financial Group The Polygon Gallery Read more...
Abbotsford
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The Reach Gallery Museum is located in Stó:lō Téméxw, on the unceded territory of the Máthxwi First Nation and Semá:th First Nation. The Reach is the cultural heart of the Fraser Valley. Our vision is to be a vital gathering place that fosters intercultural and intergenerational exchange in an environment of mutual respect and understanding. The Reach is an art gallery, local Read more...
Vancouver Granville Island
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Located on Granville Island, Ukama Gallery is a contemporary art gallery featuring a curated collection of finely crafted Zimbabwean stone sculpture alongside original paintings by local Canadian artists. Ukama showcases diverse local contemporary works that explore landscape, abstraction, texture, and emotional atmosphere through distinctly personal perspectives. Reflecting the artists’ varied backgrounds and practices, the collection of paintings and mixed media Read more...
Vancouver
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Discover the power of art on your next trip to Vancouver with a visit to the Vancouver Art Gallery, one of North America’s most exciting and innovative visual arts institutions. Open 7 days a week, a visit to the Gallery is an opportunity to meditate on more than a century’s worth of Canadian and international art, from historical masters to Read more...
Vernon
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The Vernon Public Art Gallery is an important part of cultural tourism in the region, as well as being a centre for educational and cultural activities in the North Okanagan. VPAG presents exhibitions featuring emerging, mid-career and established artists working in a variety of media, including paintings, sculpture, video and installation art. The Gallery is the largest public gallery in Read more...
Trail
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VISAC is a charitable non-profit gallery that exists to support and present the work of emerging and established Kootenay Artists and to provide training opportunities at all levels. Our facilities include an exhibition space, meeting and programming area, and fully equipped pottery and lapidary studios. We are committed to serving the arts in our community and are proud to be Read more...
Vancouver
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The online gallery of Paul Ygartua showcases the work of one of Canada’s most prolific and internationally recognized contemporary artists. Based in Vancouver, Ygartua is known for his dynamic, large-scale paintings and murals, with a career spanning decades and exhibitions across Europe, Asia, and North America. This digital gallery serves as both a retrospective and a curated collection of his Read more...
