This is an archived event from Culture Days 2025.
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Event poster for Contemporary Voices of the Coast
Contemporary Voices of the Coast
In-person
History & heritage Indigenous Design Painting Printmaking Public Art Sculpture & installation Storytelling Visual arts Drawing InterculturalDate and time
This activity runs the duration of Culture Days.
Location
Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce
576 England Avenue #103
Courtenay, BC
Access
Free.
Offered in English.
About
Contemporary Voices of the Coast is a celebration of the vibrant and evolving artistic traditions of the Northwest Coast Indigenous Peoples. This exhibition brings together an array of hand-carved cedar panels, paddles, masks, as well as limited-edition prints, all created 100% by First Nations artists who are deeply connected to their communities and cultures, and who use their art to tell stories, pass on knowledge, and assert identity.
Each piece offers a contemporary voice — rooted in tradition, yet resonant with the present — reflecting the ongoing vitality of Northwest Coast Indigenous cultures. These works, individually and collectively, affirm the strength, resilience, and creativity that define Northwest Coast Indigenous art and culture.
All pieces were thoughtfully selected from the collection of Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery, which is located on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation.
To explore more, visit the gallery at 2926 Back Road in Courtenay, BC. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm.
Links
- Visit the Exhibition Virtually! spiritsofthewestcoast.com
Organizer
Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery
Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery is dedicated to showcasing the art and culture of the Indigenous peoples of the Northwest Coast since opening in 2006. The gallery is a destination for collectors, visitors, and anyone seeking a deeper connection with contemporary and traditional Northwest Coast Indigenous art and jewelry.
Our mission is to uplift and amplify the voices of First Nations artists by providing a space where their stories, traditions, and creative expressions can be shared, appreciated, and celebrated. We work closely with artists from Haida, Kwakwaka'wakw, Coast Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth, and other Northwest Coast Nations who are active within their communities and committed to cultural preservation through art.
The gallery features a curated selection of hand-carved masks, totem poles, paddles, jewelry, prints, and other works that reflect the diversity and richness of Northwest Coast Indigenous art.