The Arts Station |
Fernie Arts Co-op |
Fernie Museum |
The Miner ’ s Walk |
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The Arts Station & Public Art |
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Element Jewelry + Objects |
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Fernie Cenotaph |
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601 1st Ave | theartsstation . com
The hub of Fernie ’ s cultural scene featuring workshops , presentations and entertainment including outdoor events and a new gallery show every month .
Public art surrounds the Arts Station : ‘ A Hardy Town ’ sculpture by Paul Reimer and Michael Hepher commemorates the 1908 Great Fire . ‘ Grow with the Flow ’ by Tara Higgins and Becca Davies celebrates Fernie ’ s active lifestyle and love of music .
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All Aboard Mural
551 1st Ave | # ferniemuralproject
A deeply symbolic mural by Erich Stoffels featuring a traditional steam train and the iconic poppy , blending together Fernie ’ s mining and military heritage on the wall of the Royal Canadian Legion , Branch # 36 .
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hsquared gallery
591 2nd Ave | hsquaredgallery . com
An eclectic showcase of Canadian artists , artisans , and makers . Pottery , paintings , glasswork , lighting & jewellery .
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571 2nd Ave | elementjewelryco . ca
Working studio and gallery featuring handcrafted gold and silver by Matt Martin and imported artisanal items .
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Fernie Arts Co-op
572 2nd Ave | FB : fernieartscoop
Featuring art by over 50 local artists including jewellery , photography , paintings , textiles , pottery , sculpture and cosmetics .
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Studio 562
562 2nd Ave | leannestothert . com
Featuring original artwork by local artists Leanne Stothert , Tessa Stanley , Vanessa Croome , Erika Fait , and others .
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Elevation Gallery
532B 2nd Ave | elevationfernie . com
Artwork by a curated selection of Canadian artists including paintings , glasswork , and mixed media .
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491 2nd Ave | ferniemuseum . com
Thought-provoking art and heritage exhibits rotate through the first floor gallery , highlighting the landscapes and life of the Elk Valley .
‘ This is Our Fernie ’ is a permanent exhibit on the ground floor depicting 130 years of Fernie ’ s history through fascinating historical images , artifacts and insights .
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Eye of the Needle & Blue Fern
260 5th St | fernieforge . ca
Artisan gallery & working studio in a heritage building featuring metal work from Fernie Forge and fibre art , candles , and glasswork from a variety of artists . Felting classes with Sandra Barrett . Blue Fern sculpture and other hand-crafted installations around the front door .
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At Fernie Court House , 401 4th Ave
A thoughtful depiction of a soldier bowed in sorrow above the poppies of Flanders Fields . Designed by German Canadian sculptor Emanuel Hahn , the work is a replica of the artist ’ s memorial sculpture designed for Nova Scotia to commemorate the end of WWI .
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The Miner ’ s Walk
At City Hall , 501 3rd Ave
A charming and unique tribute to Fernie ’ s mining heritage . Small-scale iron sculptures by Fernie Forge ; The Face of the Miner by Jeff De Boer ; Interpretive panels & gardens .
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All Kinds of Beauty
Corner of 7th Street & 2nd Ave | # ferniemuralproject
A feature mural by Michael Hepher depicting the hopes , dreams , and aspirations of Fernie .
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Polar Peek Books
592 2nd Ave | polarpeekbooks . ca
Books by local & Canadian authors , local maps & guides , gifts , toys , and local original art & art cards .
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Outdoor Artwork
Castle on 1st Ave / Grow Children ’ s Boutique
Two works by Aidan Lindsay that are easily accessible from 1st Ave and are a great spot for selfies ! ‘ Growth ’ depicts a set of Angel wings and the ‘ Sisters ’ mural reflects our local landscape .
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Blue Fern |
All Kinds of Beauty |