The Pacific Rim Arts Society
PRAS is a volunteer-based, non-profit society serving the districts of Tofino and Ucluelet, and First Nations communities in the Clayoquot Sound/ Long Beach area, on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Our goal is to help build happy, healthy communities by bringing people together through arts and culture. For more information visit www.pacificrimarts.ca
Pacific Rim Arts Society Events
Missoula Children's Theatre
A week-long, live theatre workshop for kids K-12, held in February
ArtSplash! Community Visual Art Show
The West Coast's premier visual arts show. Held in conjunction with Pacific Rim Whale Festival in March
Pacific Rim Summer Festival
A summer concert series to appeal to visitor and local alike. First two weeks of July with venues in Ucluelet, Tofino and the Pacific Rim National Park.
Fall Carving Festival
A brand new, but long anticipated, celebration of the lively West Coast carving scene.
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Immerse yourself in the region that continues to inspire hundreds of artists along the west coast of Vancouver Island. Spend time in one of the many art galleries and shops in Ucluelet, showcasing local photography, paintings, drawings, carvings, glass art, weaving, tapestries, pottery, and jewellery.
Home to the Nuu-chah-nulth people, the west coast prominates legendary First Nations carvers, weavers, and painters as they create traditional art. It is not hard to experience this vibrant culture, and visualize their stories through their creations, as you visit Ucluelet and surrounding areas.
There are many informative books and stories about the Pacific Rim and surrounding areas. There are also some established authors from the region. You can find most of these books at our local galleries and book stores.
Here are some examples:
