Spend an afternoon absorbing the displays and interactive exhibitions at one of Nanaimo’s museums or art galleries and you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of what makes this city tick.
Nanaimo’s fascinating museums each offer a different viewpoint on life and history in the Harbour City. Discover Nanaimo’s historical significance as a First Nations settlement, as a bustling city, as a trading hub, as a military base and as a biodiverse natural environment.
Art and artists in Nanaimo are diverse and inspired by the rich and eclectic people and places around them. Whether you’re an art aficionado or a casual admirer, Nanaimo’s art galleries are worthy of exploration.