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Art Galleries in Vancouver

Vancouver is a vibrant hub of creativity, home to an extensive array of art galleries and museums that showcase both local and international talent. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or a casual visitor, the city’s diverse collection of art spaces offers something for everyone. From contemporary art galleries in the bustling downtown core to smaller, independent spaces in trendy neighborhoods like Gastown and Mount Pleasant, Vancouver is a city that celebrates artistic expression in all its forms.

Art galleries in Vancouver feature a wide range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art. The city is known for its thriving contemporary art scene, with galleries that often highlight the work of emerging artists alongside established names. Many of these galleries host regular exhibitions and events, providing an ever-changing landscape of visual art to explore. Additionally, Vancouver’s art museums, such as the Vancouver Art Gallery, offer a deeper dive into the region’s rich cultural heritage and global art movements, making them must-visit destinations for both locals and tourists.

For those interested in exploring the art galleries and museums in Vancouver, the city offers a unique opportunity to experience the intersection of culture, history, and innovation. Whether you’re drawn to the cutting-edge installations of modern artists or the timeless masterpieces housed in the city’s museums, Vancouver’s art scene provides an enriching and inspiring experience. With its blend of contemporary flair and historical depth, Vancouver remains a key destination for art lovers seeking to immerse themselves in the city’s dynamic cultural landscape.

Art-Works

Art Works Gallery

Vancouver
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Servicing the design and architectural industry, Art Works features modern and contemporary art in a variety of mediums and styles. Begun in 1986 under the directorship of Deanna Geisheimer, Art Works specializes in Canadian Art and represents some of British Columbia’s most dynamic artists, in addition to artists from across North America. Working with corporations, movie studios, and many of Read more...
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Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art

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...
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Liquid Amber Tattoo & Art Collective

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...
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Paneficio Gallery

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...
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The Gallery George

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...
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Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver
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Founded in 1931 on the ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, the Vancouver Art Gallery is recognized as one of North America’s most innovative visual arts institutions. As the largest art museum in Western Canada, the Gallery brings together bold international exhibitions and iconic works from British Columbia, offering visitors an inspiring Read more...
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Ygartua Art Studio

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...

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Future Geographies: Art in the Century of Climate Change?

Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver
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May 14, 2026
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January 10, 2027
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Future Geographies: Art in the Century of Climate Change is the first major exhibition in Canada to examine the intersection of the climate crisis and contemporary art on a global scale. As the environmental crisis accelerates, artists around the world are responding with urgency, insight and vision. Featuring works from the past 25 years, this exhibition underscores the gravity and relevance Read more...
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Jim Lambie: Zobop (Colour-Chrome)

Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver
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June 1, 2026
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October 12, 2026
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Jim Lambie transforms everyday architectural spaces into immersive, energetic experiences through his vibrant vinyl tape installations. These site-specific works are an extension of his acclaimed Zobop series, which uses brightly coloured strips of industrial vinyl tape to contour the architectural space, wrapping its form in optical rhythm and vivid saturation. Lambie is a Glasgow–based artist, DJ and musician. His practice Read more...
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Bard on the Beach | The Merry Wives of Windsor

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
Vancouver
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June 9, 2026, 10:00 am
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September 19, 2026, 6:00 pm
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The Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival launches its 37th season with a lively and contemporary take on The Merry Wives of Windsor, running from June 9 to September 19, 2026, on the BMO Mainstage at Vanier Park. Directed by Rebecca Northan and adapted with Bruce Horak, this reimagined production brings Shakespeare’s beloved comedy into a modern Vancouver setting. Set Read more...
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Momentum: Power and Identity in Sports | Chinese Canadian Museum

Chinese Canadian Museum
Vancouver
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June 10, 2026
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September 5, 2027
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Sport is where identity, belonging, and national pride are put on the line. Momentum transforms the gallery into an electrified, sports bar–inspired environment that captures the energy of collective spectatorship, where history, media, and contemporary art collide. Through archival objects, striking photographic portraits, and a newly commissioned moving image work, the exhibition traces over a century of Chinese Canadian presence in Read more...
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Hope Meets Action: Echoes Through the Black Continuum | Museum of Vancouver

Museum of Vancouver
Vancouver
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June 14, 2026, 10:00 am
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September 20, 2026, 6:00 pm
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Hope Meets Action: Echoes Through the Black Continuum June 14, 2026 – September 20, 2026 Created by the BC Black History Awareness Society (BCBHAS) in partnership with the Royal BC Museum (RBCM), Hope Meets Action: Echoes Through the Black Continuum highlights the contributions of BC’s Black leaders across the centuries—and it will be on display at the Museum of Vancouver Read more...
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Sister Act | Theatre Under the Stars

Theatre Under the Stars – TUTS
Vancouver
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July 1, 2026
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August 21, 2026
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Sister Act Blessed with Laughter. Bursting with Soul. Broadway’s Heavenly Hit!   When aspiring disco diva Deloris Van Cartier stumbles upon a shooting involving her gangster boyfriend, she’s hastily sent into witness protection at a nearby convent. Under the guise of her new persona as Sister Mary Clarence, Deloris is tasked with taking over the flailing choir. Her infectious spirit Read more...
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The Little Mermaid | Theatre Under the Stars

Theatre Under the Stars – TUTS
Vancouver
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July 1, 2026
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August 22, 2026
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Disney’s The Little Mermaid Under the Stars and Under the Sea. Part of Your World This Summer! A curious, young mermaid, Ariel dreams of a world above the sea. After saving the life of Prince Eric following a disastrous shipwreck, Ariel strikes a dangerous bargain with the conniving sea witch, Ursula, exchanging her voice for a chance to be human. Read more...
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That Green Ideal: Emily Carr and the Idea of Nature | Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver
Date:
July 21, 2026
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November 8, 2026
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That Green Ideal: Emily Carr and the Idea of Nature is the largest solo exhibition of iconic British Columbia artist Emily Carr (1871–1945) at the Vancouver Art Gallery in over twenty years. Featuring more than 100 works, it explores in-depth the artist’s obsession with the landscape of the Pacific Northwest, using close analysis of her paintings and writings to investigate how Read more...
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