Nanaimo Art Gallery Information

Located in the heart of Nanaimo, on the lands of the Snuneymuxw, Nanaimo Art Gallery is a creative hub for Vancouver Island, where we build relationships, connect communities, and affect change through art. We honour the Snuneymuxw people and the territory on which the Gallery operates, carrying ourselves with qwum qwum uy’shqwalawum: operating in the spirit of “good heart, good mind.” With this intention, Nanaimo Art Gallery’s values are: Relevance: our work is grounded in community and place Relationships: we believe in building, nurturing and sustaining relationships Innovation: we are at the forefront of creativity with quality programs and exhibitions Openness: we are a welcoming organization for all The Gallery welcomes everyone to participate in our rich and diverse exhibition and education programs. An inquiry-based approach infuses and connects all Gallery activities and a small, dedicated team of staff, board and volunteers offers a program that is rooted in our unique regional context and resonates with audiences globally.