The Contemporary Art Gallery is a free public gallery at 555 Nelson St in downtown Vancouver, with a compact, flexible layout and changing exhibitions of contemporary art. Its three rooms can show different work at the same time, from local artists to international creators, and past exhibitions have included film and a look at deaf culture. Drop in to see what is on, or check the programme for talks and events. The gallery is wheelchair accessible and has a restroom.
A changing programme in three rooms
The Contemporary Art Gallery is an independent public gallery devoted to contemporary visual art. Its flexible space has three rooms, and exhibitions can differ from one room to the next. The programme changes, so the works on view depend on when you visit.
The gallery presents artists from Vancouver and elsewhere, including Canadian and international creators. Exhibitions have covered a range of subjects, including deaf culture, and have included moving-image work as well as other forms of visual art. Check the current programme if you have a particular exhibition in mind.
Talks, events and access
The gallery’s public programme includes talks, events and show openings. These can add context to an exhibition, so check the schedule before your visit if you would like to attend one.
Admission is free. The gallery has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom, and a restroom is available on site. It is at 555 Nelson St in downtown Vancouver; public parking is nearby.
Perguntas frequentes
Is the Contemporary Art Gallery free?
Yes. Admission is free.
How many exhibition rooms are there?
The gallery has a flexible three-room space, and different exhibitions may be shown in each room.
Is the gallery wheelchair accessible?
Yes. It has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom.
What can I see at the gallery?
It presents changing contemporary art exhibitions by local and international artists. Film and exhibitions on subjects such as deaf culture have also been part of its programme.
