Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

About this Experience
The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada and an anchor of Nova Scotia’s cultural tourism. The Gallery is home to iconic artworks that reflect Nova Scotia’s culture to the world, as well as a showcase for temporary exhibitions that highlight the art of this region and this country. The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia holds the Province’s art collection, with over 19,000 artworks. Host to numerous exhibitions and events annually, and a wide range of exhibitions and programming, the Gallery is a hub of cultural activity in our community.

Housed in two renovated heritage buildings the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia displays historic and contemporary Nova Scotian, national and international paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, ceramics and other works from temporary exhibitions and the Gallery’s Permanent Collection. The Gallery also boasts an acclaimed collection of folk art including the Maud Lewis House.

Finish off your time with a visit to The Gallery Shop which features an ever-changing selection of original work by regional artists and makers, as well as carefully selected and developed custom items that are inspired by current exhibitions, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia collection and art history themes. All proceeds from the Gallery Shop support the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia exhibitions, programs, and community initiatives.

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia provides a fascinating and enlightening day out.

Does this Experience require advanced booking?
‍No, advanced booking is not required.

Hours of Operation
Present - May 17, 2026
Tuesday - Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm
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May 18, 2026 - November 1, 2026
Daily: 10am - 5pm
Thursdays: 10am - 9pm

Location
1723 Hollis Street,
Halifax, NS B3J
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