Where Art and Historic Places Meet #CanadianVisitList

I’ve always loved visual art. It inspires me, soothes me, and sparks joy—all at once. Fortunately, many historic places feature art galleries or spaces where people can share their creativity with the community. I even used to work at an art gallery located in a historic home, so that combination holds a special place in my heart.

As you can see in the image above, I took a virtual selfie at Emily Carr’s childhood home. If only I could have met her in person! Still, I’m grateful I can continue to appreciate her art and find meaningful ways to connect with her through the place where she grew up.

This summer, I’m hoping to travel more within Canada. After this past political season in the US, I find myself appreciating Canada more deeply than ever—its values, its people, and the strength we have together.

By Sonja Kruitwagen

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