The Nicola Valley Art Gallery
The Nicola Valley Arts Gallery is a hub of activity for artists and arts enthusiasts, to meet and chat, and share materials, processes, skills, and interests. The artwork exhibition in the Gallery changes almost monthly. We welcome and support the visual arts, music, and the performing arts.
We encourage artists in the community through:
- shows
- workshops
- classes
- resources
- and programs
Let us know what your interests are!
Pop in and see us - 2051 Voght Street, Merritt, BC
Enter beside Kekuli Cafe
Open Wednesday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday 12 - 4pm
Currently at the Art Gallery
2024 Gallery Shows
Nov 18 - Jan 14: 8th Winter Artisan Show
Jan 18 - Feb 25 Nicola Valley Quilters Guild Art Show
Feb 29 - Mar 31 "Art Heals" Community Show
Apr 4 - 28 Linda Suzuki paintings
May 2 - June 2 The Opie Show: Opie Oppenheim Tribute
June 6 - 23 MSS Seniors Show
June 26 - Sept. 8 2nd Summer Artisan Show
Sept 12 - October 13 Artist Leonard George
Oct 16 - Nov 10 Community Show Whodunnit
Nov 14 - Dec 24 9th Winter Artisan Show
Interested in your own art show? Read our Call for Artists below and get in touch.
Call For Artists
Solo and Group Shows for Local Artists
Local artists and groups of artists may apply to be scheduled for exhibitions at the Courthouse Arts Gallery. Applicants are advised to apply well in advance of their preferred show dates. We do our best to book months in advance. Most shows are 5 weeks long.
Selection and scheduling are at the sole discretion of the Gallery Curator and Committee.
Expect information to help with the process:
- Pre-Application information for artists
- Application information for artists
- Contact Us for application info
Arts Gallery Show requirements:
- All work shall be ready for display, eg. framed and ready for hanging.
- Artist Bio, photo, and photos of work must be submitted prior to the show.
- Work is to be dropped off by deadline, usually 3 days prior to show opening.
- Applicants must attend the Reception (if there is one) and spend volunteer time at their show (or make special arrangements)
- Applicants will also be invited to participate in a special event or give a workshop and to post on social media (if possible).
- Applicant(s) must be a member of the NVCAC ($20/year)