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The Maltwood Art Museum and Gallery houses a large and varied collection ranging from ancient Chinese artifacts to works by well known contemporary artists. It also hosts as many as 24 exhibits per year, as diverse as their collection, in two gallery locations. Mon to Fri 10 am - 4 pm. Address: Box 3025 Stn CSC, University Centre, B155-380 Finnerty Road Victoria BC V8W 3P2
Send an Email 1 250 721-6562
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Rollin Art Centre This fine art gallery features the works of local artists. Outside the gallery are stunning gardens, including a traditional Japanese garden which was a gift from Port Alberni's sister city Abashiri. A gift shop is on site. Address: 3061 8th Ave Port Alberni BC
1 250 724-3412
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A membership-based advocacy organization that works to promote awareness of the arts, and to ensure that the arts remain a priority in municipal and provincial government planning and budgets. It encourages, develops and coordinates artistic and cultural activities in Greater Victoria. Exhibition venues available for rent. Address: G6-1001 Douglas St Victoria BC V8W 2C5
Send an Email (6) 1 250 381-2787
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Nanaimo Art Gallery - Campus Location The Nanaimo Art Gallery has two locations. The first, at the Malaspina University campus has two galleries featuring the work of local, regional and national exhibits that change monthly. This gallery also has a coffee shop and gift store attached to it. Address: 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo BC V9R 5S5
Send an Email 1 250 740-6350
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The Abbey This arts centre is hub for alternative art, movies and music on the Island. Movie showings happen every Friday night, and live entertainment is available on Saturday nights. The gallery is open Thursday, Friday and Saturdays from 11 to 4. Address: 2689 Penrith Avenue Cumberland BC Canada V0R 1S0
1 250 334-2224
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The museum was established to explore and preserve British Columbia's human and natural history, to inspire curiosity and wonder, and to share its story with the world. Of particular note is the permanent First Peoples Gallery, which includes weaving, carved wooden boxes, totem poles, shaman figures, an extensive collection of Haida argillite carvings and almost 100 ceremonial masks from all over the Northwest Coast. Daily 9 am - 5 pm. Address: 675 Belleville St Victoria BC V8W 9W2
Send an Email 1 250 356-7226
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Located on the lower level of the Vancouver Island School of Art, the gallery originated from much of the same momentum that fuels the school itself: the desire to contribute to the arts community in a way that maintains a high level of seriousness while also reaching a broader public, one that might be less familiar with contemporary art practice. Mon to Fri 9 am - 5 pm. Address: 2549 Quadra St Victoria BC V8T 4E1
Send an Email 1 250 380-3500
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The Campbell River Art Gallery is a young organization with an energized staff and dynamic programs. The Gallery opened in its downtown facility in 1995 and has since grown to offer more than 20 exhibitions annually in a choice of three exhibition spaces. Summer -- Mon to Sat 10 am - 5 pm; Winter -- Tues to Sat noon - 5 pm. Address: 1235 Shopper's Row Campbell River BC V9W 2C7
Send an Email 1 250 287-2261
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Recently opened, the gallery features works from the collection of the University of Victoria, including paintings, drawings and sculptures by some of the best-known artists of the Pacific Northwest, bequeathed by Dr. Michael C. Williams. Café and gift shop. Wed to Sun 10 am - 5:30 pm. Address: 630 Yates St Victoria BC V8W 1K9
Send an Email 1 250 381-7670
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The Artist's Garden This specialty gallery features eclectic pieces for the yard and home in a variety of formats, including clay, glass and wood. Address: 1580 Alberni Highway Coombs BC Canada
Send an Email 1 250 951-2151
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The public gallery provides an environment for the exhibition of Canadian and international conceptually and aesthetically engaging art and related cultural practices. CVAG’s primary concern is to support the professional development of emerging artists through critical activities that include exhibitions, lectures, publications, events and special projects. Tues to Sat 10 am - 5 pm (also Mon during Summer). Address: 580 Duncan Ave Courtenay BC V9N 2M7
Send an Email (4) 1 250 338-6211
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Qualicum Frameworks Gallery This gallery features original artwork by British Columbia artists. Located off Fir Street in Qualicum Beach. Address: . Qualicum Beach BC Canada
1 250 752-7350
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The Old School House Arts Centre View the changing fine art exhibits at The Old School House, a meeting place for many local artists. A portion of the premises is the designated working area for artists such as potters, jewellers, painters and fabric artists. Address: 122 Fern Road West Qualicum Beach BC V9K 1T2
Send an Email (3) 1 750 752-6133
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The Muir Gallery, a project of the Arts Council of the Comox Valley, continues to offer exhibition opportunities to local and emerging artists, as well as providing meeting and presentation space for local writers and poets. Tues to Sat 11 am to 4 pm. Address: 440 Anderton Ave, PO Box 3053 Courtenay BC V9N 5N3
Send an Email 1 250 334-2983
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The Nanaimo Art Gallery's Art Rental and Sales Gallery is filled with art from over 100 local artists. The works are available for rental or purchase, with 60% of the rental or sale price going directly to the artists. Tues to Sat 11 am - 5 pm. Second gallery on Malaspina campus at 900 Fifth St. Address: 150 Commercial Nanaimo BC V9R 5G6
Send an Email 1 250 754-1750
Location #2: 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo BC V9R 5S5 .
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The arts centre provides rewarding opportunities to enjoy, learn and experience art with three galleries offering a pleasant venue for appreciating and purchasing distinctive works. Artist studios are open to visitors. Creations by artisans are available in the gift shop. Gallery concerts on Sundays. Mon noon - 4:30 pm; Tues - Sat 10 am - 4:30 pm; (Summer only: Sun noon - 4 pm). Address: 122 Fern Road West Qualicum Beach BC
Send an Email 1 250 752-6133
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Campbell River and District Public Art Gallery The Campbell River Art Gallery is a public art house through which art is displayed, taught and researched. Exhibits change regularly and numerous classes are offered for all ages and abilities. The gallery also hosts numerous special events year-round. Address: 1235 Shoppers Row (Centennial Building) Campbell River BC V9W 2C7
Send an Email (4) 1 250 287-2261
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Housed in the top floor of Victoria's first fire hall the gallery creates an atmosphere of support and collusion between artists, curators, critics, collectors and organizers of both national and international exhibitions. An ongoing program includes lectures, screenings, off-site projects and the annual Antimatter Underground Film Festival. Wed to Sat noon - 5 pm. Address: 636 Yates St Victoria BC V8W 1L3
Send an Email 1 250 385-3327
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