Saturday, April 27, 2024
Coast Salish Painting Workshop with Charlene Johnny
In this engaging two-hour session, participants will get hands-on experience creating their own paintings with the artistic guidance of Charlene Johnny, a talented Quw’utsun artist. Charlene will guide participants as they use stencils to create their own Salish-style paintings and she will explain the meaning behind the different shapes and forms often found in Coast Salish art. This kid-friendly workshop will result in a new artwork for participants to take home!
Dates: April 27, 2024
Time: 5:00 - 7:00pm
Tickets:
$50 General Admission
$45 Seniors (65+), Students & MOV Members
$40 Indigenous People
$20 Youth (17 and under)
SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 2024
World Autism Acceptance Month at MOV
In acknowledgement of World Autism Acceptance Month in April, the MOV is offering admission by donation to our partners at Autism Canada on Sunday, April 28th—which also happens to be on our monthly “Low Sensory Sunday!”
The last Sunday of every month is a low sensory day at the Museum. This means that some sights and sounds will be turned down or off. Sensory support kits and noise reducing ear covers will be available by request at the front desk.
We will also be screening some of Autism Canada’s digital content between 10:00am-3:00pm in Gallery 11 (past the 1970s Gallery).
Date: Sunday, April 28, 2024
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Admission is by donation (suggested $10)
Thursday, May 9, 2024
The Mahogany Project: Curatorial Tour
You’re invited to a tour of Reclaim + Repair: The Mahogany Project with co-curator Toby Barratt of Propellor Studio.
In collaboration with the Museum of Vancouver, the exhibition celebrates the creativity and craft of Vancouver’s design community while engaging with questions central to the role of design in advancing sustainability as well as social and environmental justice.
The idea for Reclaim + Repair: The Mahogany Project was born out of a desire to honour the reclaimed mahogany and the places from which it originated. The Mahogany Project hosts a diverse group of 31 emerging and seasoned local designers and makers who created 22 objects made from vintage mahogany. The exhibition features a wide array of design objects from furniture, lighting and household objects, to jewellry and much more!
Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024
Time: 6:30 – 7:30pm
Tickets: (Plus fees and taxes)
$25 General Admission
$15 Seniors (65+), Students, Indigenous People & MOV Members
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Mother’s Day: Weaving Cedar Bracelets with Rita Kompst
Make a cedar bracelet for (or with) your mom on May 11, 2024! This special Mother's Day celebratory workshop is an Indigenous-led event and participants will have the opportunity to engage in a two-hour session of hands-on instruction, immersing themselves in the art of traditional cedar weaving.
Instructor Rita Kompst will guide participants through the intricate process of crafting a beautiful bracelet out of locally harvested cedar. The cedar used in the workshop is sourced by Rita and her family. Harvested with care and processed by hand, this cedar ensures a connection to nature and a meaningful crafting experience making this workshop truly special.
Each participant will leave the workshop with their own handwoven cedar bracelet, a heartfelt Mother's Day gift and a tangible reminder of the creativity and craftsmanship shared during this event. Don't miss the chance to celebrate Mother's Day by immersing yourself in the world of cedar weaving. Reserve your spot today for a memorable and fulfilling artistic experience!
Dates: May 11, 2024
Times:
10:00am - Noon
1:00 - 3:00pm
Tickets:
$60 General Admission
$55 Seniors (65+), Students & MOV Members
$50 Indigenous People