Celebrating Takao Tanabe’s extraordinary contributions to Canadian art, this retrospective marks his 100th birthday on September 16, 2026, and features over fifty paintings spanning more than six decades.
Welcome to the Audain Art Museum
Discover the art of British Columbia in the heart of Whistler, from historic masterpieces to contemporary works.
Hours
Thursday to Monday, 11am - 6pm
Tuesday, Closed
Wednesday, Closed
Special Hours
June 26, 11am - 3pm
June 27, 11am - 4pm
July 18, 11am - 3pm
Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
May 16 – Sep 21, 2026
Vistas: From Takao Tanabe’s Travels
Jun 13 – Oct 19, 2026
Takao Tanabe 100: Inside Passage
Oct 3, 2026 – Apr 12, 2027
Solstice: Through Storm & Stillness
Nov 21, 2026 – May 3, 2027
Eleven Painters Start A War
The Permanent Collection
From historical masterpieces to contemporary works, the Permanent Collection celebrates the diverse artistic heritage of British Columbia. Spanning centuries of creativity, it reflects the province’s ever-evolving identity through carving, painting, photography and more. Explore a collection that tells the story of art on the West Coast.
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- Emily Carr, War Canoes, Alert Bay, 1912, oil on canvas, 84 x 101.4 cm. Audain Art Museum Collection. Gift of Michael Audain and Yoshiko Karasawa.
- Jin-me Yoon, Untitled 9 (Long Time So Long), 2022, inkjet print, 139.7 x 203.4 cm. Audain Art Museum Collection. Purchased with the Audain Art Acquisition Fund.
- James Hart, The Dance Screen (The Scream Too), 2010-2013, red cedar panel with abalone, mica, acrylic, wire and yew wood, 323.1 x 478.9 x 35.7 cm. Audain Art Museum Collection. Gift of Michael Audain and Yoshiko Karasawa.
Featured Events
Learn, create and connect. Join the Museum for tours, workshops and special events throughout the year.
Show Your Support
Join a community of art lovers and help the Audain Art Museum thrive. Your contribution supports exhibitions, education and the preservation of British Columbia’s artistic legacy.
Children & Youth Programs
Spark creativity and imagination through art. Register today for After School Art, Youth Art Collective, Young Adult Art Collective and hands-on workshops designed for young artists of all ages.
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The Museum Shop
Thoughtfully curated products for everyday living. Discover art-inspired gifts, books and locally crafted items that celebrate the culture and creativity of British Columbia.
