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Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is moderate in size but does a fine job of highlighting the works of famous local artists such as Maud Lewis (folk) and Alex Colville (hyperrealist), in addition to Mik'maq (Aboriginal) art. Check the website for travelling exhibitions.

Address: 1723 Hollis St
Hours: Tue Wed Fri Sat 10AM-5PM, Thu 10AM-9PM, Sun noon-5PM
Price: $12 adults, $10 seniors 60+, $7 students, $5 youth 6-17, $25 families (2 adults and 3 youth), children 5 and under free. Free for everyone Th after 5PM
Website: artgalleryofnovascotia.ca (opens in a new tab)

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