The days are shorter but the Nelson Museum is open longer! Thursdays from 4-8pm is FREE admission to the galleries, museum and Shop, where you can explore the newest exhibitions, learn about local history, and shop over 100 local artists!
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Artist trading cards are miniature works of art specifically made to be freely traded. Created on 2.5 x 3.5-inch card stock using any medium, ATCs encourage artistic experimentation, creativity, and community building rather than consumption. Drop in to the Nelson Museum to create and trade your own miniature works of art. Blank cards, art making […]
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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 […]
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Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.
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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 […]
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Otter Books is hosting a book signing for Rossland author Louise Sidley’s debut novel, PROJECT WILD ONE. The book is for readers 7 and up, published by Red Deer Press, and distributed by Firefly Books. It is available for pre-order from Otter Books, Indigo, and Amazon. The event is on Saturday, March 8th, from 1-3 […] |
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Lucas Myers & Krista Lynch, Lance Ledger, and the Nelson Writing Salon return to the Nelson Museum for everyone’s favourite FREE children’s program–Museum Mash! Explore the building, get crafty with puppet-making, sing and dance, and have a blast! There’s lots of room to run and play, and no shushing here!
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Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.
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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 […]
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Join us this MARCH BREAK for four days of music, storytelling, art, and creativity! Kids will collaborate with conscious hip-hop artist Kosmic T to write, produce, and record an original hip-hop song. From writing catchy hooks to exploring beats and rhythms—no experience needed, just enthusiasm! Animator and Artist Angela Meilleur (owner of Acorns and Aprons) […]
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Join instructor Charlotte Truant for a week of photography exploration. Participants will be provided with DSLR cameras, learning to take photos both indoors and outdoors. Each day will begin and end at the VISAC Gallery. Depending on weather, they may take excursions around Trail to capture photos outdoors, or in other buildings. Kids will be […] |
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Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.
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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 […]
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Due to delays at the printers, Louise Sidley’s book signing event has been postponed to March 22 at Otter Books. Project Wild One, published by Red Deer Press is intended for readers ages 7 and up. This eco-friendly tale is full of adventure and challenges assumptions about nature and the role young people have in […]
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3-day March Break Felting Workshop for Kids – Course Summary This three-day workshop invites children ages 6-12 to explore the art of felting while incorporating colour theory, creativity, and hands-on crafting. Each day, kids will learn a new felting technique—wet felting and needle felting—while creating beautiful handmade projects to take home. Beyond fiber arts, the […] |
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Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.
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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 […]
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The Pride Presents Cows Go Moo Full Rock Band of youths from Whitehorse Yukon! DJ Philly Groove & Lil Sis Youth DJ’s From the Yukon Kolbe Mikah Kootenay Pop & Rnb artist This is a family friendly event all ages welcome 7-10pm
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Did you know that down the hall from Trail Gymnastics is a preschool art class? Join instructor Sarah Elizabeth for an artful morning of material exploration and motor skill development. Previous projects include cardboard looms, found object printmaking and marker pull art. Open to ages 2-5, with one caregiver per child/group of children required. When: […]
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Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.
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Get ready for a night of enchantment at Fairy Tales in Flight, a mesmerizing circus showcase by Discover Circus students! This spectacular performance brings your favourite fairy tales to life like never before. From thrilling aerial feats to jaw-dropping acrobatics and delightful moments of comedy, each act will transport you into a magical world where […]
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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 […]
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Get ready for a night of enchantment at Fairy Tales in Flight, a mesmerizing circus showcase by Discover Circus students! This spectacular performance brings your favourite fairy tales to life like never before. From thrilling aerial feats to jaw-dropping acrobatics and delightful moments of comedy, each act will transport you into a magical world where […]
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