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Arts & Culture
From First Nations culture to the latest in contemporary art, music and more, Whistler’s arts and culture scene runs deep.
In these posts we aim to give you a snap shot of what it’s like to attend some of these events, exhibits and cultural institutions, as well as insight into the creatives that call Whistler home.
Insider’s Guide: Art in Unexpected Places
From the Village to the woods, art in Whistler can pop-up anywhere. Here's a guide to finding a few of our favourite public pieces.
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Local Flora & Coast Salish Culture: Guided Forest Walk
The Salish Stroll holds the secrets of the coastal temperate rainforest, discover what Insider, Nikkey learned on this new Whistler tour.
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Lil’wat Nation Artist Carves His Own Path
We caught up with cultural ambassador, performer, and carver, Q̓awām (Wolf) Redmond Andrews from the Lil'wat Nation to find out what it's like to be so closely connected with his community, and to pass on its stories to visitors and locals that come to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre.
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Whistler Artists on Finding Inspiration Outdoors
Whistler artists have it made when it comes to stimulating surroundings, see what they have to say about their source of inspiration.
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Tiny Art & Big Inspiration: Whistler’s Season of the Arts Begins
Autumn is when our outdoor-focused world slows down long enough to appreciate all the artistic talent packed into this valley.
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Sounds of Summer: A Whistler Playlist
Tune in and hang out with the essential Whistler playlist for summer, featuring acts playing at the Whistler Presents: Outdoor Concert Series. Put together mountainside by the good folks at Whistler.com.
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Magic Light & Legendary Lines: Behind the Photo with John Entwistle
Ask any Whistler rider and they'll tell you evenings in the Bike Park when the sunlight comes in sideways are pure magic. Get the full picture and the story behind the shoot from local photographer and mountain biker John Entwistle.
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Whistler’s Northern Lights: Behind the Photos
This dynamic duo travel all over the province in their trusty Tacoma, riding bikes and taking photos. No wonder they ended up in the right place and time to catch the northern lights near Whistler...
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5 Things I Learned from Painting the Creekside Underpass Mural
Painting mountains can teach you just as much as climbing them. Artist Jessa Gilbert knows. Find out what she learned during the months of planning and painting about herself and Whistler's creative community.
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Culture Up: How to Get the Most from a Visit to the Audain Art Museum in Whistler
The world-class Audain Art Museum in Whistler is just five minutes from ski lifts and trails - get the most from your visit to this stunning cultural venue.
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Storm Cycle: Behind The Photo with Blake Jorgenson
Pro photographer Blake Jorgenson sits down with Insider Feet Banks to chat winter storms and capturing that perfect 'yes friends on a powder day' moment.
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Magic Moments: Whistler 2017 In Photos
From epic mountain vistas to frozen lakes and hidden artworks, pro photographers Mike Crane and Justa Jeskova shine a light on 2017, the year that was in Whistler.
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The People’s History of Whistler Part 4: Fun and Games
From the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games to the rise of mountain biking and a cultural revolution, Whistler's evolution continues.
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