On view July 2020 - September 2020 in Gastown

As a direct response to the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, this grassroots initiative quickly gained momentum as Gastown’s local businesses came together to provide boarded-up storefronts as a canvas to local artists. The acrylic odes are testament to the influence the frontline staff has had on our community and a reminder that we are all in this together.

⁠⁣The outdoor gallery honours Canada's healthcare heroes and showcases the plywood murals created by over 20 artists for the shops of Gastown earlier this year.⁠⁣

The exhibit is curated by the Museum of Vancouver, in collaboration with the Gastown BIA, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, the City of Vancouver, CP Rail, Vancouver Mural Festival, and Low Tide Properties.

Location

The Murals

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in the media

Dr. Bonnie Henry was the guest of honour at her Gastown mural reveal
DailyHive Vancouver - July 4, 2020

Dr. Bonnie Henry toured Gastown on Friday in a special preview of the neighbourhoods Murals of Gratitude exhibition featuring paintings of the heroes who have led Canada through the coronavirus pandemic.

Exhibition Curator

Jillian Povarchook

Exhibition Partners and Funders