St. Saviour’s Anglican Pro-Cathedral in Nelson continues to build on the success of its summer public tours by again throwing open its doors. St. Saviour’s, located at the corner of Silica and Ward Streets, is a by-law designated Heritage Church built in 1898 and rebuilt in 1929, after a disastrous fire. In addition to carved wood architectural highlights, the Church contains 16 memorial stained glass windows as well as numerous memorial plaques. The stained glass windows are...

A unique depiction of Nelson’s history is displayed on a rock retaining wall at the south end of Vernon Street. Local artist D. Dan Morslander, along with 16 students from local high schools, painted four large murals on the wall and unveiled them, as a gift to Nelson, during Nelson’s SnoFest Celebration in 1989. From up close, these murals are quite abstract, but from 20 feet away, their intended viewpoint, they are truly wonderful works of art. The first painting depicts a...

There are many wonderful parks in and around Nelson. These are particular favourites with children.

Gyro Park

Gyro Park is located right in the heart of Nelson on Gyro Park Road. This park is truly a plant lover’s delight. It boasts the best display of annuals, perennials and native plants in the Kootenays. Picturesque paths lead you on an easy walk through these beautiful gardens, to a great view of Nelson and Kootenay Lake from the lookout bluff. On a...

Mountain biking in the Nelson area is a biker’s dream. Showcased in many mountain bike films, Nelson trails offer everything from gentle railway grades to steep, rooty technical tracks. For the hard core freestylers there is enough diversity to keep the adrenalin pumping. There are many great rides within a 15 minute drive from Nelson. For those looking for a serious workout, most trails are accessible by bike right from town.Stop in at the local bike shops for information on...

Come to Lakeside Park on Monday, July 1st and join the party! From 10:30 am until dark there will be music, refreshments and fun! This is Canada’s birthday, so cake will be served. There will be a sail-by of local vessels and bands will play from noon till late. The park will be filled with booths and displays. It is a great family day event. The grand finale is one of the best displays of fireworks in the West Kootenay. Come and be a part of Canada’s birthday celebration.

Everything for your garden…and it’s local! Whether you’re landscaping or planning a tomato crop, you’ll find it all at the 12th Annual Nelson Garden Festival,  Saturday, May 11, at the west end of Baker Street, from 10 am to 3 pm.And there’s something for Mom, too! Every Mother’s Day weekend, there are plenty of plants and flowers to make her feel special. The festival has grown from a few booths in 2001 to more than 50 vendors. Here’s...

If you look down the entire length of Baker Street, you think that it will only take five minutes to go from one end to the other. What an idea! Three hours later you still haven’t had time to explore all the art and craft stores, the bookstores, the funky and fine clothing stores, to say nothing of trying out the restaurants and organic coffee bars housed in some of the antique buildings that line both sides of the street. Talented buskers in front of many businesses provide musical...

On Sunday, August 4, Lakeside Park in Nelson is the centre of action as the annual Cyswog’n’fun Triathlon kicks off at 8 am sharp. The triathlon attracts 150 plus athletes from all  over Canada, and you can watch them at the park and cheer them on as they make their transitions between the water and the road.

The race kicks off with a 1500 metre swim in the cold waters of Kootenay Lake, not a feat for the faint of heart. Wet suits are advised. Then it’s...

More than 40 billion dollars of metals has been mined over the years around the Kootenay region. Mining built the towns throughout southeastern BC.

The Nelson Mining Museum (Chamber of Mines of Eastern British Columbia) features one of the best rock and mineral collections in the world. It is a valuable resource for mining and exploration information with its extensive collection of maps, mining publications, information on old and new claims, and old claim maps. The collection, both...

The traces of labyrinths, some thousands of years old, have been found all over the world, and in recent times there has been a major labyrinth revival. The Lakeside Labyrinth, like all labyrinths, is based on sacred geometry. It is an ancient pattern, with only one path that meanders into the centre and then out again. 

Traditionally labyrinths have been used to reduce stress, improve creativity and open communication with the self on a deeper level. To find your...

Gyro Park is located right in the heart of Nelson on Gyro Park Road. This park is truly a botanical lover’s delight. The park boasts the best display of annuals, perennials and native plants in the Kootenays. Picturesque paths lead you on an easy walk through these beautiful gardens and to a great view of Nelson and Kootenay Lake from the lookout bluff.

On a hot summer day, take yourself and your kids to the swimming pool. Lifeguards are on duty at all times. This pool is for...

Nelson Youth Theatre’s fifth hit play, As You Like It, is the second act of the Shakespeare Festival held at Gyro Park in Nelson. Starring talented local actors ages 10 to 15, the Bard’s famous play will delight and entertain audiences.

Nelson Youth Theatre is an actor-driven project dedicated to the fun of drama and putting on a play. As You Like It perfor mances are at 2 pm on both Wednesday, August 25 and Thursday, August 26.

“Ye Olde Quarry” in...

Come and watch the vintage cars invade Nelson. They’re motoring out for the Queen City Cruise and it’s a great show for everyone.

The Queen City Cruise has grown since the first cruise in 2003, with participants coming from Washington, Idaho, Southern British Columbia and Southern Alberta. Collectors travel from far and wide to come together in Nelson to show off their cars against the backdrop of the Heritage City.

Friday night, September 10, will be the ‘...

Nelson’s Capitol Theatre is perfect for an evening’s entertainment. Constructed in 1927 and renovated in 1988, this historical facility is a terrific place to absorb some local atmosphere during your visit. Over the years the theatre has served principally as a movie house, but interspersed in the movie schedule were live dramatic performances of travelling companies and local groups, including Nelson Little Theatre and Rossland Light Opera Players.

The beautifully...

All aboard! That phrase evokes fond memories for people of a certain age, and a promise of adventure to children everywhere. 

One of the unique features of the City of Nelson is that it was among the first communities in Western Canada to have a public transit system. Electric streetcars started running in 1899. In spite of the fact that the line was only five miles long and could boast only three cars, it served the city faithfully for fifty years. In the beginning...