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The Nelson Museum is officially launching a new permanent installation of We Love a Parade! featuring a localized timeline of events, images, and curatorial statements provided by Nelson Museum Curator Arin Fay, and Research Assistant Adrian Dunkerson. The launch takes place on Thursday, June 13 from 5-7pm at the Museum, and will feature a screening […]
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 Food Forum taking place at Front Street Park in Kaslo, attendees will be treated to performances by country star Shaela Miller and the vibrant DJ Raya Sun. Miller’s evolution in the […]
The Nelson stop of the Canoe Journey offers community members the chance to paddle alongside the traditional dugout canoes, discover the secrets of nature in our medicinal plant workshop, and enjoy live performances by Sinixt Members. The Canoe Journey is a powerful assertion of the belief that Indigenous peoples of the region are stewards of […]
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 […]
CV Arts is thrilled to be bringing back Mountain Mosaic to the Columbia Valley community! We're hosting a free party in the park and everyone is invited to celebrate local art and culture! Following the Invermere Canada Day Parade, Join us at Pynelogs Cultural Centre Park for local live music from: Blitzen Coast • Tryg […]
The history of communal living is the subject of Utopia Unveiled: Intentional Communities in the Kootenays, the latest history exhibition at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, which opens Friday, July 5 at 7pm and runs through September 28. Utopia Unveiled features artifacts, photographs, and stories from the Shawn Lamb Archives and the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, as well […]
The history of communal living is the subject of Utopia Unveiled: Intentional Communities in the Kootenays, the latest history exhibition at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery. Utopia Unveiled features artifacts, photographs, and stories from the Shawn Lamb Archives and the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, as well as many contributions from community members. A new documentary film […]
On July 11, 2024 at 7:00 p.m., award-winning writer, climber, and adventurer Geoff Powter will present a behind-the-scenes look at his new book, Survival is Not Assured: The Life of Climber Jim Donini. Survival is Not Assured launched June 1, 2024 and quickly climbed to the top of the bestseller list in Climbing and Mountaineering […]
Kristy Gordon is teaching a contemporary Portrait Painting Workshop in Nelson July 13th and 14th at 602 Silica Street from 10am to 4pm each day (with a one hour break for lunch). This two-day portrait painting workshop will have an in-depth focus on painting the facial features, as well as how to place them in […]
Experience the artistry up close and personal in this exhibition that explores themes of environment, technology and self-expression. Participants of The Art of Adornment designed wearable art for this juried fashion show. Presented in collaboration with the Rossland Council for Arts and Culture (RCAC). Events and Activities: August 10-11 @ 10am-5pm: Visit the VISAC Gallery […]
Named a "Rising Star" by the Writer's Trust of Canada, and described as a "born storyteller," Joseph Kakwinokanasum will be reading from his first novel, My Indian Summer. This event is free, but due to limited space, they ask you reserve your seat by clicking the link here.
Join us for an exciting evening as we celebrate the works of six dedicated artists. Enjoy live music, an affordable bar, and great company. Whether you’re a long-time gallery patron or new to Revelstoke’s art scene, this promises to be a fantastic night out! Everyone is welcome to attend this public, family friendly event, no […]