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Come join this unique dance exploration workshop in the scenic fields of the Harris Ranch—with dancer Rachel Harris accompanied by Paul “Garbanzo” Gibbons playing the bamboo flutes. Rachel Harris will guide participants in a dance exploration over her family’s ranch, combined with storytelling of the land and the role it played during the Internment of […]
The Kootenay Resilience Festival leverages the power of music to bring people together in order to foster critical action. As part of the festival’s Energy Expo beach bash, taking place in Kaslo Bay Park, attendees will be treated to performances by Creek St. Collective (chill/downtempo/experimental/triphop) and Railtown (rock). Beyond the musical offerings, the festival serves […]
During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces! From iodine pills and Geiger counters to […]
Join us for the opening reception of Everything Became Beautiful! Artist Erica Konrad will be in attendance, and will be talking about her work at 6:30. Doors open at 6:00. All are welcome to this Free event. light refreshements will be served. 6:00-8:00, Artist talk at 6:30
Artists Edward Poitras and Mia Feuer return for the PULP closing party and publication launch. Join us for refreshments, pick up a copy of the new book, and mingle with the artists. In the hands of artists from across Canada, the artworks that embody PULP speak to personal, regional, socio-political, and historic symbology; seen in […]
The Nelson and District Arts Council invites you to hit the streets and celebrate the 36th annual ArtWalk. Wander the streets taking in the amazing talent of over 40 artists at 30 unique venues, where singers, dancers, musicians, and more will entertain you and all the other art lovers as you discover the diversity of […]
Stéphanie Gauvin at Studio Connexion Gallery. July 31 - August 17. Walk in hours 11am - 4pm Opening reception on August 10th from 1-4pm.
During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces! From iodine pills and Geiger counters to […]
June 5th and will run until September 25th, 2024 from 10am – 2pm The Nelson Farmers Market proudly supports local farmers and small business owners from around The Kootenay Region. The market has a wide variety of fresh farm produce, including fruit & vegetables, dairy, honey, meat, and eggs. Our amazing artisan vendors create beautiful […]
During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces! From iodine pills and Geiger counters to […]
the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery (NMAG) is honoured to exhibit a replicated portion of The Witness Blanket in the fall of 2024, on tour from the Canadian Human Rights Museum in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Inspired by a woven blanket, The Witness Blanket is a large-scale work of art created by artist Carey Newman. It contains […]
Seemingly disconnected remnants of clothing, crumbling buildings, and fragmented cultures are woven together into a blanket, designed to shine light on the Indian Residential School system that connects them, and stand as a monument to the resiliency and strength of those who survived them. The Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery (NMAG) is honoured to exhibit […]