Vancouver Art Gallery

Founded in 1931 on the ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, the Vancouver Art Gallery is recognized as one of North America’s most innovative visual arts institutions.

As the largest art museum in Western Canada, the Gallery brings together bold international exhibitions and iconic works from British Columbia, offering visitors an inspiring journey through historical and contemporary art. Visitors can discover dynamic exhibitions that spotlight leading Indigenous artists and highlight creative voices from across the Asia Pacific region through the Centre for Global Asias.

Across its exhibitions, the Gallery also examines the broader impact of images within visual culture, design and architecture, fostering critical dialogue around how art shapes and reflects society. Beyond the galleries, an exciting lineup of talks, tours, family activities and public programs invites visitors to dive deeper into the stories behind the art. The new Art of Wellbeing Lab offers unique opportunities to slow down, reflect and experience the restorative power of creativity. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning art lover, the Vancouver Art Gallery offers a welcoming, thought-provoking and distinctly West Coast cultural experience in the heart of downtown Vancouver.