Ferry Building Art Gallery


Housed in a cute wooden heritage building, which was once a ferry terminal when transit boats plied the waters between West Van and Vancouver, this popular waterfront community gallery is well worth a look if you're in the Ambleside Park vicinity. Shows change frequently and there's a strong commitment to showcasing local artists.

Time your visit well and you can drop in for an opening reception and meet the artists themselves.


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