Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Richmond

"The Vancouver Art Gallery-or The VAG, as locals call it-is the fifth largest art gallery in all of Canada. Located in the heart of the city's downtown core, this building is an iconic landmark amongst the cityscape. The VAG has rotating exhibitions, along with its permanent collection that boasts over 9,100 items."

"The Vancouver Art Gallery is the fifth largest art gallery in all of Canada. The VAG has rotating exhibitions, along with its permanent collection that boasts over 9,100 items. Art junkies will be impressed by the 200 major works by the Group of Seven, Emily Carr and Mark Chagall, which are all housed in the VAG."

"Vancouver's best museum is studded with spectacular First Nations totem poles and breathtaking carvings – but it's also teeming with artifacts from cultures around the world, from Polynesian instruments to Cantonese opera costumes. Take one of the free daily tours (check ahead for times) for some context, but give yourself at least a couple of hours to explore on your own. It's easy to immerse yourself here. "

"Go to the Museum of Anthropology to find out about the Northwest Coast First Nations people Try some candied salmon - locally caught, hot-smoked salmon glazed with maple syrup"

"Housed in the historic Wing Sang building (51 East Pender Street), which is Chinatown’s oldest building (1889), the Rennie Museum is a private collection owned by real estate mogul Bob Rennie. Local and international artists are showcased in the gallery and free tours are available to the public. Continue to 9 of 10 below."

"A private museum that you have to book to get into, but definitely worth the minimal effort required. Make a story out of the exhibition, and take a main page post on the roof, it’s a win-win scenario. Definitely one of the coolest buildings you can check out in Vancouver."

"Make sure to stop off for a drink at Keefer Bar and Fortune Sound Club and check out Rennie Collection at Wing Sang (which offers free entry). You can also visit some of the firm-favourites such as; Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden and the Millennium Gate."

"A post shared by Chimgee Anderson (@chimgeeanderson) on Oct 28, 2017 at 2:48pm PDT. LeSoleil Gallery offers fine art collections including original paintings and sculptures by French Impressionists such as Pablo Picasso, Pierre Auguste Renoir and Vincent van Gogh. The gallery also displays the artwork of established modern artists such as Johanan Herson, Elena Yampolsky and Shai Mandel."

"Posing with lovely new friends at Elan Fine Art in front of Landon Mackenzie’s “Mirror Square” painting. A post shared by ELAN FINE ART (@elanfineart) on Nov 27, 2017 at 1:14pm PST. Elan Fine Art displays historical and contemporary art of quality for art enthusiasts living across Metro Vancouver."

"2342 Granville Street Vancouver, BC V6H 3G3 604 738 1077WEBSITE | MAP. The gallery showcases and promotes established and emerging Canadian talents"

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"Sushi in Vancouver is du rigeur, and this happy place on Main Street offers a vast number of specialty rolls that range from the Paparazzi roll (spicy tuna with tuna tataki and onion) to the Jumpin Dessert Roll (cream cheese, fresh fruit and pop rocks). Dine in or take away."

"Yaletown stalwart Bistro Sakana(1123 Mainland Street), Japanese owned and operated, consistently provides elegant and creative takes on sushi, such as the use of brown rice in their items. The restaurant does not stint on quality, with selections like Gindara black cod aburi and madai (seabream) sashimi. French influences also appear through the menu, such as in a caprese roll, with hotate scallops, fresh shiso-basil pesto, fresh tomato, and bocconcini mozzarella, which is lightly sauteéd and plated with extra virgin olive oil and an aged Modena balsamic reduction."

"Bistro Sakana offers both traditional edo style sushi using both local with a large quantity of fresh fish from Japan. We also offer fusional Japanese dishes that are firmly rooted from Japanese culinary tradition. The experience at Bistro Sakana is"

"Tucked away in the Yaletown section of the Seawall, one of Western Canada’s finest wine bars offers up summertime patio vibes paired with 200-plus pours by the glass from around the world. Indulge your inner cork dork with flights organized by region or varietal, taste your way around Canadian bubbles from Nova Scotia or the Okanagan, or just ask the team of approachable sommeliers for a wine to perfectly match your mood. The Provençal-inspired food menu is divided into small, medium, and big bites."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user NwongPR used under CC BY-ND 2.0. Before going back to your hotel to have a good nights rest, it will be a good idea to drop by The Wine Bar and relax over a drink or two. The Wine Bar is proud of its extensive collection of more than 200 wines from around the world, and they come with prices starting at only 5 USD."

"In earlier days, Granville Island was more or less a market, some scattered theatres and restaurants, and a whole lot of..."

"Hy’s Steakhouse & Cocktail Barhas that timeless steakhouse atmosphere that assures you you’re getting nothing but the best even as you simply walk through the door. Their Prime Grade steaks are selected from the top 1% of beef on the market and is always aged a minimum of 28 days before being grilled exactly how you like it, served alongside the most decadent sides. For a truly unique experience, order the chateaubriand for two and enjoy your filet mignon carved and served tableside, or try the steak diane and have your filet of beef tenderloin flambéed right at your table."

"Hy’s Encore harkens back to the vintage steakhouses of the 1960s. Dark wood walls, red velvet chairs and European style portraits dominate the décor at this Vancouver classic. An open kitchen lets diners watch the expert chefs as they prepare the char-grilled, succulent steaks, which can be enjoyed together with one of Hy’s signature cocktails."

"Inspired by the timeless cuisine of Hy’s, the new ‘Hy’s at Home’ menu offers guests a range of Prime Canadian beef and seafood entrees, delicious sides and accompaniments, and decadent desserts. The upscale take-out service"

"This gallery, in the heart of downtown Vancouver is dedicated to contemporary Indigenous Northwest Coast Art and honours Haida artist, Bill Reid and his contribution to the art world. Bill Reid was a master goldsmith, carver, sculptor and acclaimed writer. The Bill Reid Gallery is a small, intimate museum with exhibits presented with video interviews and insights."

"Photo courtesy of Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art (Facebook). Bill Reid is a national treasure and is known as a very talented Haida master goldsmith, sculptor, writer, carver and spokesman. Though his life ended in 1998, his legacy lives on in the small gallery in downtown Vancouver."