The Smithers Art Gallery (SAG) is launching an exciting new initiative, the Taking the Art Pulse Project, aimed at gathering community input to help shape the Gallery’s future programs and strategic direction. The project seeks to understand how artists, visitors, and the broader community engage with the Gallery, explore future interests, and assess its role as a visual arts service provider in the area.

“The Smithers Art Gallery has always been a hub for artists and community to come together”,
says Nicole Chernish, Gallery Manager. “Over the past number of years, we have worked hard to increase workshops for children, youth and adults of all ages and provide exhibitions that meet and expand people’s views on the visual arts.”

“As we move forward with securing a new workshop space and planning for our future, we want
to ensure our programs and services reflect the evolving needs of our community. We hope you
will take some time to share your ideas - we truly want to hear from you!”

The main way community members can get involved is by completing the Community Survey, which is open until May 9, 2025. The survey is available online at https://www.smithersart.org and in paper format at the Gallery.

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