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The Nelson Museum is located in beautiful downtown Nelson, British Columbia.

Events

Exhibitions, programs, and events to help plan your visit.

Boat Without a Boat

‘Boat Without a Boat’ unveils new work by Nelson-based artist Deborah Thompson, charting two  evolving pathways in her practice: expansive cut-paper assemblages and evocative stop-motion animations.

November 14, 2025 – February 21, 2026

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Móðurmál/Mother Tongue

Hildur Jónasson is a multi-disciplinary artist with a printmaker's eye, using this body of work to explore the Icelandic language, her mother tongue, as both heritage and identity.

September 27, 2025 – January 10, 2026

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Reconciliation

The Nelson Museum is committed to meaningful partnerships with the Nations of this unceded territory.

Social Justice

Art is political. The NMAG galleries are spaces for exploring critical dialogue and asking questions.

Accessibility

The Nelson Museum is a safe space for everybody to explore and enjoy.

So Much Good Stuff-Collage Workshop Series

Join local collage artist facilitators for a 3 part collage workshop, come to one, two or all three.

November 13, 2025 – November 27, 2025

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Silent Auction

The NMAG Holiday Silent Auction is open for bidding from Friday, November 15th at 10 am until Thursday, December 11th at 8 pm.

November 14, 2025 – December 11, 2025

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Collage Calendar Workshop

Join museum staff to make your own 2026 Calendar using our amazing stock of collage and crafting materials. They make great gifts or keepsakes.

November 22, 2025 – November 29, 2025

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SOCIAL JUSTICE

Museums and archives are tied to a history of colonial and discriminatory methodologies that overlook the voices of many people. The Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery is joining the global movement to recognize, respond to, and create space for, the voices that are missing from our region’s story. Our team is critically examining our policies, collections, exhibitions, and programs to ensure that everyone feels welcomed, safe, and included.

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