Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art

The Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art in downtown Vancouver is Canada’s only public gallery devoted to contemporary Indigenous art of the Northwest Coast. Founded in 2008 by the Bill Reid Foundation, it honours master Haida artist Bill Reid (1920–1998) while fostering intercultural connections.

Its core includes the Bill Reid SFU Art Collection—bronze sculptures such as Mythic Messengers, onyx carvings, masks, wire works, and a display of Reid’s jewelry in the Raven’s Trove gallery. Additionally, the gallery hosts rotating exhibitions by contemporary Indigenous artists, supplemented by artist talks, workshops, and educational initiatives.

Located at 639 Hornby Street, it welcomes the public daily (10 am–5 pm), with tiered admission (e.g., $13 adult, free for youth under 13 and Indigenous guests), and free access for Indigenous Peoples and members.

Since its inception, the gallery has built strong community connections—inviting Indigenous partners into programming and ensuring physical and language accessibility, including wheelchair access, auto‑captions, and bilingual signage where applicable.

👍 Fair Assessment

• Strengths:
  • Unique national mandate and exceptional collection of historical and contemporary Indigenous artworks.
  • Inclusive, culturally grounded programming and community involvement.
  • Central, accessible location with thoughtful visitor services.

Overall, the Bill Reid Gallery provides a meaningful and engaging experience, celebrating both Bill Reid’s legacy and contemporary voices of Northwest Coast Indigenous art, while maintaining high accessibility and cultural respect.