The changing exhibitions of Touchstones Nelson offer a diversity of topics and themes that reflect the broad interests and capabilities of people living in the region. From contemporary art and pop culture, to fine craft and design, to local architectural and human history, Touchstones Nelson exhibitions connect to this area’s creative energy and rich heritage.
Current ExhibitionsGallery A Gallery B |
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Gallery A
Snow and Ice: A History of Winter Sports in Nelson
Jan 23 to March 21, 2010
Danny McKay Ski Jumping at Ymir Road, Circa 1930’s
In celebration of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Whistler, Snow and Ice: History of Winter Sports in Nelson will highlight notable Nelson sports figures both past and present. Additionally, the exhibit will showcase sports items such as an Olympic jacket worn by Nancy Green, both from the Museum’s collection, as well from private lenders. A playful look at Olympic Mascots will be an interactive display in the exhibition, where viewers can try their luck at matching the mascot with its respective country. Touchstones Nelson will also be serving as a “live site” during this time, providing a public venue where visitors can watch the Olympic coverage.
Gallery B
Arthur Lakes: Geologist, Artist, Minister and Teacher
January 30 to April 4, 2010
Arthur Lakes, Mine Dredge East Kootenays,
Watercolour/Pen and Ink , Donated from artist’s estate, 1911
From the permanent collection of Touchstones Nelson comes an exhibit of watercolour paintings by the multi-talented Arthur Lakes (1844-1917), a notable geologist, artist, writer, teacher and minister. Originally from England, he moved to the West Kootenays in 1912 from Colorado to be with his two sons who were working as mining engineers. Lakes produced a number of paintings during this time, depicting some of what he saw in and around the mines and countryside.