Fernie Arts and Culture Guide Fall 2022 Fall 2022 | Page 31

THE FERNIE BANNER PROJECT

Colourful banners by local artists line streets in Historic Downtown Fernie and along Hwy # 3 . New banners have been hung each year since 2005 , and this year ’ s selection will be launched on September 7 and available to see up close at the Arts Station throughout the Chautauqua weekend . Art lovers can bid on a banner to keep – successful bidders will be able to enjoy their banner on display in Fernie for 2 years , and then receive it to take home .

OUT OF THE BOX DUMPSTERS An eye-catching and unique attraction since 2014 . Due to the nature of the project , these functional works of art are constantly being replaced and relocated , creating an ever-changing treasure hunt of visual treats !

Visit theartsstation . com for info .

As you stroll , drop by Fernie ’ s coffee shops and boutique stores to find art-for-sale and unique local gifts . Locations include Polar Peek Books & Treasures , Coal Town Goods , Big Bang Bagels , Stemhouse Floral Studio and The Green Petal .

Around Fernie there ’ s even more to discover including guerilla art by Aiden Lindsay in the laneway between 1st & 2nd Avenue , an entire house hand-painted by Troy Cook behind the Raging Elk Hostel , a variety of artisan glass windows in several historical buildings and pop-up art displays and shows held all over town .