We are currently closed for installation. The museum will reopen on June 22 at 11 a.m. for regular hours. 

Events & Guided Tours

The West Vancouver Art Museum offers a wide range of programs, including public talks and workshops, school programs, and art camps.

Exhibition

The Bricktacular West Coast Modern Show: Paul Hetherington


The Bricktacular West Coast Modern Show: Paul Hetherington
May 5 to July 31, 2023
Grand Opening: Friday, May 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
West Vancouver Memorial Library
 

FREE

Opening Reception

Order from Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams


6—8 pm

Join us for a public reception celebrating the opening of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s new exhibition, Order From Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams.

FREE

Exhibition

Order from Chaos: Jane Adams and B.C. Binning


This exhibition explores the art of B.C. Binning and Jane Adams, and how the former influenced the work of the latter. Adams is the daughter of Jean Coulthard, the Canadian composer, and Don Adams, who ran a modern Scandinavian furniture store in Vancouver. The Adams’ were close friends with B.C. Binning and his wife, Jessie. As a child, Adams visited Binning’s studio and became familiar with his paintings and designs.

FREE

Curatorial Tour

Order from Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams


2 pm

Join us for a tour of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s current exhibition, Order From Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams.

FREE

Workshop

WVAM! Drop-In Family Art Project


12—4 pm

On the last Saturday of every month, the WVAM Family Art Project invites families to drop in to the museum for a free afternoon art workshop. All art supplies are provided. Registration is not required. This workshop is generously supported by the West Vancouver Foundation. 

West Vancouver Community Foundation

FREE

Curatorial Tour

Order from Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams


2 pm

Join us for a tour of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s current exhibition, Order From Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams.

FREE

West Coast Modern Week

Inaugural Walking Tour Series: Modern Gems of Ambleside


Location: Ambleside waterfront 

Dates: 

FREE

West Coast Modern Week

Annual Barry Downs Lecture Series: West Coast Modern and Desert Modern: Architects Attuned to Nature


7:30—9:30 pm

A West Vancouver Art Museum and Kay Meek Arts Centre Co-presentation

Location: Kay Meek Arts Centre, Grosvenor Theatre
Cost: $12–$15
Tickets: Available here

As part of West Coast Modern Week, the Barry Downs Architecture Lecture will feature Sidney Williams. 

FREE

West Coast Modern Week

Restomodern: Panel Discussion with the West Coast Modern League


7—9 pm

Location: The Polygon Gallery
Cost: Tickets required with suggested $20 donation
Tickets: Available here

FREE

West Coast Modern Week

West Coast Modern Week Concert: Itamar Erez Quartet


5—6:15 pm

Location: West Vancouver Memorial Library, Readers' Rooftop 
Time: 5–6:15 p.m. (doors open at 4:30 p.m.)
Cost: Free
More information: Visit the library's website 

FREE

West Coast Modern Week

The 17th Annual West Coast Modern Home Tour with Modern Tea Party


12—6 pm

Location: West Vancouver
Time: Tour, 124 p.m.; Modern Tea Party, 46 p.m.

$135.00 - $150.00

Workshop

Deconstructing a Boat with Sara Graham


11 am—2 pm

Location: Monova: Museum and Archives of North Vancouver (115 West Esplanade)
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Included with admission  
More information: Visit MONOVA'S website

FREE

Artist Talk

Online Artist Talk: Jane Adams


7—9 pm

Join artist Jane Adams and curator Hilary Letwin online as they discuss Adams’ life and work, as well as the work of B.C. Binning, currently on view at the West Vancouver Art Museum’s exhibition, Order From Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams. This artist talk is free and open to the public.

 

FREE

Workshop

WVAM! Drop-In Family Art Project


12—4 pm

On the last Saturday of every month, the WVAM Family Art Project invites families to drop in to the museum for a free afternoon art workshop. All art supplies are provided. Registration is not required. This workshop is generously supported by the West Vancouver Foundation. 

West Vancouver Community Foundation

FREE

Workshop

WVAM! Drop-In Family Art Project


12—4 pm

On the last Saturday of every month, the WVAM Family Art Project invites families to drop in to the museum for a free afternoon art workshop. All art supplies are provided. Registration is not required. This workshop is generously supported by the West Vancouver Foundation. 

West Vancouver Community Foundation

FREE

Tour

Mandarin Tour: Order from Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams


2 pm

Join us for a Mandarin tour of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s current exhibition, Order From Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams.

FREE

Tour

Farsi Tour: Order from Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams


2 pm

Join us for a Farsi tour of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s current exhibition, Order From Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams.

FREE

Curatorial Tour

Order From Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams


2 pm

Join us for a tour of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s current exhibition, Order From Chaos: B.C. Binning and Jane Adams.

FREE