Vancouver Attractions

Vancouver Art Gallery

Established in 1931, the Vancouver Art Gallery boasts thousands of national and international exhibitions by a range of artists, sculptors and photographers, housed in a turn-of-the-century heritage building in the centre of downtown Vancouver. Perhaps one of the most impressive collections in the Gallery is that of British Columbian artist Emily Carr. Over 200 of her pieces, recording the beauty and diversity of British Columbia and First Nations culture, as well as informative displays on her career and works can be found here, under the permanent exhibit entitled Emily Carr: Art, Place, Culture. National and international touring exhibitions also take place regularly at the Gallery, from Picasso to Rodin, Andy Warhol and others. Whether you prefer the Old Masters or more contemporary artists, the Vancouver Art Gallery is well worth paying a visit.

Address: 750 Hornby Street; Website: www.vanartgallery.bc.ca; Telephone: (604) 662 4719; Transport: Skytrain to Granville or Burrard Stations; any downtown bus; Opening time: Daily 10am to 5.30pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am to 9pm; Admission: C$20.50 (adult); C$7 (children); concessions available. Tuesdays admission by donation between 5pm and 9pm