X̲áːytem National Historic Site

The front of X̲áːytem National Historic Site, which is a small wooden building with a front porch.

X̲áːytem, or Hatzic Rock, is a site of cultural, historical, and spiritual importance to the Stó:lō people. This site, which is also a National Historic Site of Canada, is open to visitors during select days for the “Stó:lō Tourism’s Cultural Experience Summer Series’. X̲áːytem is home to an archaeological pithouse which is one of the […]

Coqualeetza Grounds

Discover the culture, traditions, history.  Learn about art, plants, collections and language of the Stó:lō people. Explore the Stó:lō Resource Centre and learn about the authentic Coast Salish basket and archaeological collections including Man Turned to Stone: T’xwelátse.

salishan Place by the River

A mockup of what the new salishan Place by the River building will look like.

salishan Place by the River is Fort Langley’s new arts, culture, and heritage facility under development in dialogue with the q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), q̓ʷɑ:n̓ƛ̓ən̓ (Kwantlen), Máthxwi (Matsqui), and Se’mya’me (Semiahmoo) First Nations and other community organizations.

Alder Grove Heritage Society & Telephone Museum

The outside of the Alder Grove Heritage Society & Telephone Museum, a small yellow house with a front porch.

Founded in 1989, the Alder Grove Heritage Society is the steward for the F. J. Hart Building in Aldergrove. The 1910 BC Mills building is home to the Telephone Museum and Aldergrove’s community archives. The museum and society are run by volunteers who share an interest in preserving the local heritage and making it available […]

Rambo Walking Tour

A man stands in front and points to the Hope Visitor Centre.

Most of us are familiar with the blockbuster hit Rambo, but did you know it was filmed in Hope, BC? Over 30 years ago, Hollywood came north and transformed our small Canadian town into a small American town. The wildly popular Rambo franchise continues to draw movie fans to Hope for a chance to walk […]

Hope Chainsaw Carvings

A wooden chainsaw carving.

In Hope, you will quickly notice the 80 plus chainsaw carvings proudly displayed around the town centre. Hope has been appropriately tagged as the Chainsaw Carving Capital. You will find a self-guided walking tour map available at the Visitor Centre (919 Water Avenue). The carvings often feature local wildlife such as eagles, mountain sheep, bears […]

Mission Arts Council and Gallery

The inside of the Mission Arts Council and Gallery, which features artwork on white walls.

With featured gallery exhibitions, a gift shop, and a variety of classes and workshops there is always something new to inspire you. Did you know the exhibits change every few weeks?

Kwantlen Sculptures

The Kwantlen Sculptures featured on the side of the Ruskin Dam.

Ruskin Dam is the site of six pier panels created by Kwantlen First Nation artist Brandon Gabriel, depicting the Kwantlen Nation’s connection to the water and land of the region. These are backlit at night and can be seen from the Lougheed Highway (if you are not the designated driver) or head to BC Hydro […]

Big M Sculpture

An art sculpture of the letter M.

Downtown Mission is home to our iconic M. An artistic representation of our historic past and connection to forestry, the railroad, and river; designed and created by local artists Dean and Christina Lauze. Check out the information that highlights the significance of each piece next to the sculpture.

Canwest Art Gallery on the Lake

Three wooden boxes with Indigenous designs sit on a glass table.

Indulge your senses as you enter our unique Gallery. Spend a few minutes, or a few hours while you take in our gorgeous Harrison Lake view.

Ranger Station Art Gallery

The outside of the Ranger Station Art Gallery

The Ranger Station Art Gallery is operated by the Kent Harrison Arts Council with the assistance of the Harrison Festival of the Arts and is open year round. The Ranger Station building is owned by the Village of Harrison Hot Springs. Both The Harrison Festival of the Arts & The Kent Harrison Arts Council work […]

O’Connor Group Art Gallery

The outside of the Chilliwack Cultural Centre

The Chilliwack Visual Artists Association curates the O’Connor Group Art Gallery at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. We organize workshops for (and by) members; we send out a Call For Artists, we select the exhibitors and create a 2-year exhibition schedule for the selected artists; we provide volunteer gallery sitters during opening hours. The Chilliwack Visual […]