The gallery hosts 10 - 14 exhibitions a year. It is committed to excellence in the visual arts and presenting innovative exhibitions that explore the rich diversity of contemporary art from local, regional, national and international perspectives. The gallery shows works of professional Yukon artists while bringing exhibitions of national importance to the Yukon. Open Tues to Fri noon - 6 pm, Sat, Sun noon - 5 pm.
Yukon Arts Centre Public Art Gallery
300 College Dr (PO Box 16), Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 5X9
300 College Dr (PO Box 16), Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 5X9
Open Tues to Fri noon - 6 pm, Sat, Sun noon - 5 pm.
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