Events & Guided Tours
The West Vancouver Art Museum offers a wide range of programs, including public talks and workshops, school programs, and art camps.
Opening Reception
Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material
6—8 pm
Join us for a public reception celebrating the opening of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s new exhibition, Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material.
DROP-IN
About the exhibition
FREE
Exhibition
Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material
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OPENING RECEPTION: Tuesday, May 13, 6-8 p.m.
About the exhibition
FREE
Artist Talk
Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material
7—8:30 pm
BIG IDEAS: Architect John Patkau in Conversation with Curator Pantea Haghighi
Join Curator, Pantea Haghighi and Principal Architect, John Patkau, to explore their guiding philosophy and inventive techniques behind Patkau’s architectural legacy. They will also discuss Patkau’s work featured in the West Vancouver Art Museum’s exhibition, Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material.
FREE
Curatorial Tour
Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material
2—3 pm
Join us for a curatorial tour of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s exhibition, Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material.
DROP-IN
About the exhibition
FREE
Workshop
WVAM! Drop-In Family Art Project
12:30—4:30 pm
On a selected Saturday every month, the WVAM! Family Art Project invites families to drop in to the museum for a free afternoon art workshop based on the topic of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s current exhibition. All art supplies are provided.
This workshop is generously supported by the West Vancouver Foundation.
FREE, DROP-IN
FREE
Tour
Farsi Tour - Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material
2—3 pm
Join us for a tour led in Farsi of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s exhibition, Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material.
DROP-IN
About the exhibition
FREE
Tour
Mandarin Tour - Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material
2—3 pm
Join us for a tour led in Mandarin of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s exhibition, Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material.
DROP-IN
About the exhibition
FREE
West Coast Modern Week
West Coast Modern Week Launch Party
6—8 pm
Tickets: Available here.
Location: West Vancouver Art Museum, 680 17th St, West Vancouver, BC
Join us for a fundraising party on Tuesday, July 8th, from 6 to 8 p.m. to celebrate the launch of West Coast Modern Week. Enjoy an evening with live DJ, wine and refreshments to start this eventful week!
$20.00
West Coast Modern Week
Walking Tour Series: THE FACETS OF MODERNISM
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$30 per person per session.
Tickets: Available here.
Dates and Sessions:
- Wednesday, July 9 (10:30 a.m.)
- Wednesday, July 9 (10:45 a.m.)
- Thursday, July 10 (10:30 a.m.)
- Thursday, July 10 (10:45 a.m.)
- Sunday, July 13 (11:30 a.m.)
- Sunday, July 13 (11:45 a.m.)
$30.00
West Coast Modern Week
Talk: JOHN PATKAU: MATERIAL OPERATIONS
7—9 pm
Tickets required with suggested $25 donation.
Tickets: Available here.
Location: The Polygon Gallery, Main Floor Gallery, 101 Carrie Cates Ct, North Vancouver, BC.
Doors/Reception at 7:00pm. Presentation at 8:00pm.
$25.00
West Coast Modern Week
Film Screening | Annual Barry Downs Lecture Series
7—8:30 pm
Standard $30 | Senior $25 | Under 30 $25
Tickets: Available here.
Location: Kay Meek Arts Centre, Grosvenor Theatre, Main Theatre, 1700 Mathers Ave, West Vancouver, BC
$25.00 - $30.00
West Coast Modern Week
The 19th Annual West Coast Modern Home Tour
12—4 pm
Tickets:
$160.00 - $180.00
West Coast Modern Week
West Coast Modern Week After Party
4—6 pm
Tickets: Available here.
Location: Eagle Harbour Yacht Club, 5750 Eagle Harbour Rd, West Vancouver, BC
Join us for the West Coast Modern Week After Party. Celebrate the end of this eventful week over wine, refreshments and stunning ocean views from Eagle Harbour Yacht Club.
$30.00
Curatorial Tour
Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material
2—3 pm
Join us for a curatorial tour of the West Vancouver Art Museum’s exhibition, Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material.
DROP-IN
About the exhibition
FREE