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Supporting
the artistic community in Nova Scotia, these galleries regularly
show the work of the province’s talented artists and artisans.
If you don’t have time to visit all of the studios - they
are the next best thing! |
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Visual
Voice Fine Art
Indulge the senses and stimulate the mind at Visual
Voice Fine Art, a showcase of unique works of art by talented
artists in a variety or media, styles and subjects. Exhibitions
change monthly and artworks continually, so come often!
Hours: April–December:
Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat 12:30–5pm or by appointment. Off-season:
By appointment only.
902
843 9464
gallery@visual-voice.ca
www.visual-voice.ca/fineart
128 King Street, Truro, B2N 3L4
Hwy 102 to Truro. Take exit 13. Right on
ramp, left on Willow St, right at Arthur St, right on King St.
In historic downtown Truro.
GPS: 45† 21' 37"N 63† 17' 04"W
Workshops:
We offer lessons & artist’s demonstrations
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Harvest Gallery
Lynda Macdonald
On
the main level, Harvest Gallery features a wonderfully diverse
collection of art and fine craft from many of Nova Scotia’s
best-loved artists and artisans. It’s the Studio Map in
one stop! In the Lower Gallery enjoy an exciting series of distinctive
exhibitions. Harvest Gallery is also the place to go for all your
custom framing needs.
Hours: July–October: Mon–Thurs 10am–5pm, Fri
& Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 12am–5pm. Closed Mon November–June.
Seasonal & special event hours also apply. If in doubt, please
call.
902 542 7093
info@harvestgallery.ca
www.harvestgallery.ca
462 Main Street,
Wolfville, B4P 1E2
GPS: 45† 05' 29"N 64†
21' 47"W |
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Harris
House Fine Art
Krista Jane May
Half
the parlour of this restored heritage house features first-rate
contemporary Canadian paintings, drawings, and mixed media. The
remainder of this museum-like atmosphere is devoted to an amazing
collection of original, signed, graphic art (etchings, block prints,
and stone lithography) by highly acclaimed international printmakers
of the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Hours: Summer: Daily 10am–4pm. Evening appointments welcome;
please call ahead.
902 532
7877
jane@harrishouseart.com
www.harrishouseart.com
238
St. Anthony St., PO Box 326 Annapolis Royal, B0S 1A0
Located in the town of Annapolis Royal,
at 238 St. Anthony Street, next to the Victoria St. Post Office.
GPS: 44† 44' 37"N 65† 31' 04"W |
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Flight
of Fancy
The most unique gallery in Nova Scotia, ‘The Flight’
is situated in an historic building on stilts over the Bear River.
A beautiful 6 km trek off the Trans-Canada Highway 101 (between
Digby & Annapolis) will lead you to the heart of the town
and to The Flight. “Exquisitely curated… if you wanted
one unique treasure to take away from Nova Scotia, this is a good
place to find it” ~ Lonely Planet
Hours: Open May1–October 3: Daily 10 am–6 pm
902 467-4171
info@theflight.ca
www.theflight.ca
1869
Clementsvale Road, Bear River, B0S 1B0
Take Exit 24 off Hwy 101. Find your way to
Bear River, about 6 km south, then turn left at the junction,
go over the bridge to Flight of Fancy.
GPS: 44† 34' 34"N 65† 38' 22"W |
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The
Bare Canvas Gallery and Studio Co-op
Simone Wilson
“Where Art Lives!” The Bare Canvas Gallery and Studio
Co-op is a fine art & craft gallery representing exclusively
local Nova Scotia artists & artisans. As a co-op, 100% of
sales go directly to the artist. Come experience our many classes
and exhibitions. Check our website for upcoming events.
Hours: May to October: Daily 10am–6pm. November to April:
By appointment or chance
902 467
0997
simone@barecanvasgallery.com
barecanvasgallery.com
1890 Clementsvale Road, Bear River, B0S 1B0
Take Exit 24 off Hwy 101. Find your way
to beautiful downtown Bear River, about 6 kms south, then turn
left at the junction, go over the bridge to The Bare Canvas.
GPS: 44† 34' 36"N 65† 38' 20"W |
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Jo
Beale Gallery
The Jo Beale Gallery exhibits fine art by outstanding Canadian
artists who make Nova Scotia their home. Visit our historic property,
enjoy Peggy’s Cove and have a cup of tea in true Nova Scotia
tradition.
Hours: May 1–October 31: Daily 10am-6pm. November 1–
April 30: Sat–Sun 11am–5pm
jo@jobealegallery.net
www.jobealegallery.net
902 823-1960
154 Peggy’s Point Road, Peggy’s Cove, B3Z 3S2
The Jo Beale Gallery is located in the Village
of Peggy’s Cove, near the Lighthouse.
GPS: 44† 29' 34"N 63† 54' 58"W |
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Hydrostone Gallery
Jennifer & Melanie Huntley
The
Hydrostone Gallery is Halifax’s newest commercial art gallery,
representing emerging and established artists through solo and
group exhibitions that change on a monthly basis. The gallery
owners and curator strive to showcase high calibre artwork that
is interesting, exciting and thought provoking. Please visit our
website at for more information on previous, current and upcoming
shows.
Hours: Mon–Sat 10–5 pm, Sun 12–5 pm.
902
444 3050
info@hydrostonegallery.com
www.hydrostonegallery.com
5519 Young Street, Halifax, B3K 1Z7
GPS: 44† 39' 44"N 63† 35' 56"W |
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Art & Jules
Marilyn
Whalen
art&jules is one of Halifax’s newest gallery
spaces. We represent over 50 talented local artists. Come to art&jules
and you will find artwork in every medium and something that will
please every palette.
Hours: Tues–Sat 10am–6pm, Sundays 12–5pm. Open
on Mondays by appointment only.
902 448 8420
artandjules@gmail.com
2089 Gottingen Street, Halifax,
B3K 3B2
GPS: 44† 39' 06"N 63† 34' 58"W |
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Argyle Fine Art
Argyle Fine Art was Voted as the BEST gallery in 2008 by
The Coast readership, so come and experience it for yourself.
Argyle Fine Art offers an exciting and creative space to discover
the finest of Canadian art with a focus on our Nova Scotia talent.
Make sure to take in our new Music Series, SIGHT ON SOUND, throughout
the year as well. We are located along the Halifax Waterfront
near Historic Properties.
Hours: Mon 10am–5pm, Tues–Thurs 10am–6pm, Sat
10am–6pm, Sun 12–6pm
902 425 9456
gallery@argylefa.com
www.argylefa.com
1869 Upper Water Street (Historic Properties) Halifax, B3J
1S9
GPS: 44† 39' 02"N 63† 34' 22"W
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Secord
Gallery
Phil
Secord
Established
in 1979, our newly renovated gallery is located on one of Halifax’s
busiest streets. We feature a diverse selection of both modern
and traditional works by many well-known Nova Scotian artists.
Our selection includes paintings, drawings, original prints, photographs,
ceramics & sculpture. We also boast the largest selection
of picture framing materials and the most knowledgeable and experienced
framing consultation available in the region.
Hours: Mon–Thurs 9:30am–5:30pm, Fri 9:30am–
8pm, Sat 10am–5pm
902 423 6644
info@secordgallery.com
www.secordgallery.com
6301 Quinpool Road (Upstairs), Halifax, B3L 1A4
GPS: 44† 38' 42"N 63† 35' 54"W |
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Zwicker's
Gallery
Ann
& Ian Muncaster
Eastern
Canada’s oldest commercial art gallery, Zwicker’s
carries original oil and watercolour paintings, drawings, sculpture
and prints by over 80 Maritime and other Canadian artists, as
well as maps and engravings from the 16th to the 19th century.
Hours: Monday by appointment only (9am–5pm). Tues–Fri
9am–5pm, Sat 10am–5pm
902 423 7662
(voice)
902 422 3870 (fax)
service@zwickersgallery.ca
www.zwickersgallery.ca
5415 Doyle Street, Halifax, B3J 1H9
GPS: 44† 38' 38"N 63† 34' 31"W
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Saint
Mary's University Art Gallery
The SMU Art Gallery focuses on contemporary art,
featuring emerging & established artists active on the regional,
national & international levels. Occasional historical exhibitions
provide depth and context. New exhibitions open every 6-8 weeks,
with a total of 10-12 exhibitions a year.
Hours: Tues–Fri 11am–5pm, Sat & Sun 12pm–5pm,
Closed Mondays
902
420 5445
gallery@smu.ca
tinyurl.com/SMU-Art-Gallery
5865 Gorsebrook Avenue, c/o 923 Robie Street Halifax, B3H 3C3
Located on the SE corner of the SMU campus,
on the first floor of the Loyola Academic Complex at 5865 Gorsebrook
Ave (near Tower Rd.). Wheelchair accessible. Go through Loyola
Bldg., following signs to Art Gallery.
GPS: 44† 37' 29"N 63† 34' 42"W |
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Black
Sheep Gallery
The gallery is situated in a converted 1200 square
foot fish plant on the shore of Jeddore Harbour, less than one
hour east of Halifax. The work of over 40 Nova Scotia folk artists
past and present are featured, as well as a selection of folk
art from Ontario, Quebec and the U.S. Nova Scotia artists shown
at the gallery include: Maud Lewis, Joe Norris, Joe Sleep, Lorne
Reid, Eddie Mandaggio, Bubby Mooers, Barry Colpitts, Phyllis Cosman,
Leo, Ransford, and Bradford Naugler.
Hours: June 15 to September 19: Tues-Sun 11am–4pm (closed
Mon)
902 889
5012
blacksheep@eastlink.ca
www.blacksheepart.com
1689 West Jeddore Road, West Jeddore Village, B0J 1P0
From Halifax or Dartmouth follow the signs
for «Eastern Shore». At the end of Hwy 107, turn right
at the blinking red lights and continue for 8 km (4.8 mi) to West
Jeddore Road, where you will see the «Folk Art» signs.
Turn right and continue down West Jeddore Road, 8 km (4.8 mi),
to #1689.
GPS: 44† 43' 34"N 63† 00' 52"W |
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Glass Artisans Studio & Gallery
Glass Artisans Studio & Gallery features over 20 glass
artists mainly from the Maritimes. The artists work their own
magic in glass of different forms, blown, fused, enameling, engraving,
and lampworking. New this year is the addition of a glass blowing
studio for demonstrating June through October. Blown glass artist
Curtis Dionne, a juried member of NSCCD, will be artist in residence
this summer.
Hours: Daily 9am–7pm. Off-season by appointment.
902
929 2585 or 1 888 262 6435
glassartisans@ns.sympatico.ca
www.glassartisans.ca
45054 Cabot Trail, North Shore B0C 1H0
On the Cabot Trail just 30 minutes south
of Ingonish or 40 minutes north of Baddeck.
GPS: 46† 24' 37"N 60† 28' 50"W. |
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Lyghtesome Gallery
Elizabeth
and
Jeffrey
Parker
Celebrating
35 years, Lyghtesome Gallery is a forerunner in promoting leading
artists from across the Maritimes through its monthly exhibit
schedule. The gallery features an outstanding collection of original
works by Nova Scotia printmakers, watercolourists and oil painters,
as well as award-winning pottery, wood, clay & metal sculpture,
art-related books & cards, and Celtic artwork.
Hours: Mon–Sat 10am–5pm, Friday night by chance or
appointment.
902 863-5804
Gallery
902 863-8122 Workshop
lyghte@ns.sympatico.ca
www.lyghtesome.ns.ca
166 Main Street, Antigonish, B2G 2B7
GPS: 45† 37' 23"N 61† 59' 15"W
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