A list of Museums and Art Galleries in Canada

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A list of Museums and Art Galleries in British Columbia

British Columbia - Museums and Art Galleries in British Columbia including non-profit art centers and galleries, government entities, and private businesses.

NAME LOCATION TELEPHONE & WEBSITE SUMMARY
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria 1040 Moss St, Victoria, BC V8V 4P1 Telephone: +1 250-384-4171
aggv.ca		 When it first opened in 1951, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria exhibited art in the historic 1889 mansion that is now adjacent to its seven modern galleries. With almost 20,000 works of art, the Art Gallery has the largest public collection in BC and is a vibrant and active part of Victoria's artist community.
Artspeak 233 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2 Telephone: +1 604-688-0051
http://artspeak.ca/		 Artspeak is a non-profit artist run centre established in 1986. The mandate of the gallery is to encourage a dialogue between visual art and writing. Artspeak actively contributes to cultural communities through our commitment to artists producing challenging, innovative work in diverse media, our affiliation with like-minded organizations, and the public interest we generate in contemporary art.
Audain Gallery 4350 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4 Telephone: +1 604-962-0413
audainartmuseum.com		 The Audain Art Museum’s Permanent Collection of nearly 200 works of art is a visual journey through the history of art from coastal British Columbia. Spanning from the 18th century to present day, the Collection contains one of the world’s finest collections of Northwest Coast First Nations masks; a large collection of works by Emily Carr, encompassing all periods of her artistic career; as well as art by important post-war modernists such as E.J. Hughes, Gordon Smith and Jack Shadbolt.
Burnaby Art Gallery 6344 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, BC V5G 2J3 Telephone: +1 604-297-4422
burnaby.ca		 Burnaby is a great place to live, learn, work and play. We are committed to strengthening our overall well-being and growing into the future as a liveable, vibrant and sustainable community. Burnaby works to facilitate an engaged and active citizenry, a healthy economy and a real respect for the natural environment.
Comox Valley Art Gallery 580 Duncan Ave, Courtenay, BC V9N 2M7 Telephone: +1 250-338-6211
comoxvalleyartgallery.com		 The Comox Valley Art Gallery is dedicated to presenting and fostering contemporary art by professional artists from the region, the country and beyond. Through our exhibitions, publications, creative residencies and education programs, we link the Comox Valley to the broader world of contemporary art practice.
Contemporary Art Gallery 55 Nelson Street Vancouver, British Columbia Canada, V6B 6R5 Telephone: +1 604-681-2700
contemporaryartgallery.ca		 The Contemporary Art Gallery (CAG) is a non-profit public art gallery dedicated to the research, exhibition, education and documentation of contemporary visual art as it is practiced locally through to internationally. It aspires to generate significant audiences for its innovative and diverse programmes through free access and a profile that is international in scope.
Dawson Creek Art Gallery 816 Alaska Ave, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4T6 Telephone: +1 250-782-2601
dcartgallery.ca		 The Galley is a public gallery dedicated to the presentation, interpretation and advancement of the Visual Arts and Crafts. The Gallery features local, regional and touring exhibitions year round.The Dawson Creek Art Gallery is a public gallery dedicated to the presentation, interpretation and advancement of the Visual Arts. Managed by the South Peace Art Society, a dedicated group of volunteers, the Dawson Creek Art Gallery was the first gallery in northern BC and has many accomplishments to its credit. The Art Gallery features both local artists and touring shows on a year round basis.
Emily Carr University of Art and Design Galleries 520 East 1st Avenue Vancouver, BC V5T 0H2 Telephone: +1 604-844-3800
ecuad.ca		 The Libby Leshgold Gallery at Emily Carr University of Art + Design is a public art gallery dedicated to the presentation of contemporary art. Our program of curated exhibitions includes the work of leading practitioners as well as emerging artists, and is situated within an international context of art and design. The Gallery hosts a number of events and public programs alongside our exhibitions, including book launches, artists’ talks, lectures and symposia.
Evergreen Cultural Centre 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7Y3 Telephone: +1 604-927-6550
evergreenculturalcentre.ca		 The Evergreen Cultural Centre, a registered charitable organization and not-for-profit society, opened its doors in October 1996 in the new Town Centre in Coquitlam, British Columbia. A shared vision of the City of Coquitlam, the Tri-City arts community, private business and senior government, it is a facility and organization committed to providing excellence in arts and culture.
Kamloops Art Gallery 465 Victoria St #101, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A9 Telephone: +1 250-377-2400
kag.bc.ca		 The Kamloops Art Gallery is the principal gallery in the Southern Interior of British Columbia supporting contemporary and historical visual arts on a local, national and international level.
Kelowna Art Gallery 1315 Water St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9R3 Telephone: +1 250-762-2226
kelownaartgallery.com		 The permanent collection of the Kelowna Art Gallery is one of the cornerstones of the institution. As of January, 2017, the collection has 881 pieces. All these works are held in trust by the City of Kelowna for its citizens. The majority of pieces in the collection are by contemporary Canadian artists, with a small number of historical Canadian pieces.
Kootenay Gallery 120 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC V1N 4M5 Telephone: +1 250-365-3337
kootenaygallery.com		 The Kootenay Gallery of Art, History and Science, located in Castlegar, is a public art gallery that serves the entire West Kootenay Region with a variety of exhibitions and public programming for all ages and is operated by a Board of Directors and staff who strive to accomplish the goals set in our mission statement.
Legacy Art Gallery and Cafe 630 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1K9 Telephone: +1 250-721-6562
http://uvac.uvic.ca/		 Contemporary art gallery of the University of Victoria, works by local and Canadian artists
Maltwood Prints and Drawings Gallery 630 Yates Street, Victoria BC V8W 1K9 Telephone: +1 250-721-6562
http://uvac.uvic.ca/		 The Maltwood Art Museum and Gallery is located at the University of Victoria in Saanich, British Columbia. The museum is home to the University of Victoria Art Collections, which contains in excess of 30,000 art objects ranging from ancient Chinese artifacts to works by well-known contemporary artists. Rotating exhibitions in the Maltwood’s three gallery spaces offer a glimpse into the University of Victoria’s acquisitions and holdings, in addition to showcasing works by local and Canadian artists
Nanaimo Art Gallery 150 Commercial St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G6 Telephone: +1 250-754-1750
nanaimogallery.ca		 Nanaimo Art Gallery plays an important role in making the visual arts more accessible and raising public awareness of art in Nanaimo and across Central Vancouver Island. Our collection serves to preserve the visual culture of the region for future generations, supports professional artists, and provides an accessible educational resource. Nanaimo Art Gallery began collecting in 1985, with the acquisition of a small watercolour and ink sketch by Lloyd Witham from the Eaton Foundation.
New Media Gallery 3rd Floor, Anvil Centre 777 Columbia Street New Westminster, BC V3M 1B6 Telephone: +1 604-875-1865
newmediagallery.ca		 The New Media Gallery is contemporary public art gallery devoted to the presentation of international, national and regional new media art.
Old School House Arts Centre 122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2K1 Telephone: +1 250-752-6133
theoldschoolhouse.org		 The mandate of The Old School House Arts Centre is to foster a vibrant arts centre that promotes and encourages the development of multi-dimensional artists and musicians for the enjoyment of all ages, residents and visitors alike, in Qualicum Beach and throughout central Vancouver Island.
Penticton Art Gallery 199 Marina Way, Penticton, BC V2A 1H3 Telephone: +1 250-493-2928
pentictonartgallery.com		 The Penticton Art Gallery exists to exhibit, interpret, preserve and promote the visual artistic heritage of the region, the province and the nation.
Presentation House Gallery; The Polygon Gallery North Vancouver 101 Carrie Cates Court North Vancouver, BC V7M 3J4 Telephone: +1 604 986 1351
thepolygon.ca		 Known as Presentation House Gallery for nearly four decades, The Polygon Gallery is a non-collecting Canadian public art gallery with a focus on photography and media-based art. Located on the waterfront of Lower Lonsdale in North Vancouver, the new purpose-built facility is designed by world-renowned firm Patkau Architects. The Polygon is now open and looks forward to welcoming you to our new home.
The Reach Gallery Museum 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 0B3 Telephone: +1 604-864-8087
thereach.ca		 The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford is located on unceded Stó:lō territory. The 20,000 square foot facility opened in September 2008 and has since become a hub for excellence in arts and culture in the Fraser Valley. It is a not-for-profit organization legislated into existence by, and receiving core funding from, the City of Abbotsford. The staff and board form a dynamic team with years of experience and expertise in both the visual arts and heritage.
Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, British Columbia V0E 2S0 Telephone: +1 250-814-0261
revelstokevisualarts.com 		Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre is a non-profit organization. It is community-based arts centre that hosts many visual exhibitions quite frequently on monthly basis. The main aim of the organization is the engage, encourage artists in the region to excel in their work of art.
Richmond Art Gallery 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC V6Y 1R9 Telephone: +1 604-247-8300
richmondartgallery.org		 The Gallery’s permanent collection of art was acquired primarily from the late 1970s to the mid-1990s, with the majority of artworks gifted by donation. The collection consists primarily of artworks by artists who were included in exhibitions, and as such serves as a partial documentation of the Gallery’s exhibition history.
Rotary Centre for the Arts 421 Cawston Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6Z1 Telephone: +1 250-717-5304
rotarycentreforthearts.com		 Located in the heart of Kelowna’s Cultural District, the Rotary Centre for the Arts is a multidisciplinary visual and performing arts centre.
Simon Fraser University Gallery Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, 149 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H4 Telephone: +1 778-782-9102
http://www.sfu.ca/		 Born in 1965, SFU has become Canada's leading comprehensive university with vibrant campuses in British Columbia's largest municipalities — Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey — and deep roots in partner communities throughout the province and around the world.
Teck Gallery SFU Harbour Centre, 515 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1A1 Telephone: +1 778-782-4266
https://www.sfu.ca/		 Our dedicated gallery space, run by the Simon Fraser University Art Gallery, the Teck Gallery is ideal for small receptions, presentations and press conferences. With floor to ceiling windows overlooking the North Shore mountains and the port of Vancouver, this licensed area has contemporary art work on the walls and views from the windows.
Terrace Art Gallery 4610 Park Avenue, Terrace, BC V8G 1V6 Telephone: +1 250-638-8884
terraceartgallery.com		 To enrich local and regional culture by providing a continuous exposure to the visual arts and encouraging community involvement through outreach, education, and service.
Two Rivers Gallery 725 Canada Games Way, Prince George, BC V2L 5T1 Telephone: +1 250-614-7800
tworiversgallery.ca		 Two Rivers Gallery is a vital centre for visual art in Prince George and the central interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is run by the nonprofit Prince George Regional Art Gallery Association.
Vancouver Art Gallery 750 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2H7 Telephone: +1 604-662-4700
vanartgallery.bc.ca		 The Vancouver Art Gallery Foundation was established in 1998 with the goal of creating a permanent fund to offer a steady base of operating support for the Gallery in perpetuity. These crucial funds support the long-term objectives and operations of the Vancouver Art Gallery. The Foundation’s endowment fund is guided by a Board of Directors. A percentage of the income earned from the endowment fund is distributed to the Gallery each year to support its exhibitions and programs.
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T 2H3 Telephone: +1 250-545-3173
vernonpublicartgallery.com		 The Vernon Public Art Gallery is an important part of cultural tourism in the region, and is a centre for educational and cultural activities in the Okanagan. VPAG presents exhibitions featuring emerging, mid-career and established artists working in a variety of media, including paintings, sculpture, video and installation art.
West Vancouver Museum 680 17th Street West Vancouver, BC V7V 3T2 Telephone: +1 604-925-7295
westvancouvermuseum.ca		 The permanent collection of the West Vancouver Museum comprises works and archival materials from or related to important contemporary and modern artists, architects, and photographers, from British Columbia and beyond. The collection supports our dynamic exhibitions and programs, and adds appreciably to our mission to profile the important creators and innovators who shape our community, region, and country.