When I think of the perfect art gallery, Argyle Fine Art is the first that comes to mind. The space…read moreis bright and open, with fun window displays always enticing you inside. And that's the perfect word to describe this art gallery - fun! Between the window displays, the art that's being showed and the owner herself, I have never left without a smile on my face. And there's something for everyone's budget too - you could go for the giant, expensive landscape, or a quirky pair of earrings or greeting card for a handful of dollars. I never feel pressured to buy when I go into this gallery, rather to just browse away, and have a chat with the owner if I feel like it.

Argyle Fine Art is a great little gallery showcasing all sorts of different local wares: pottery,…read morepaintings, graphic art, sculpture, and i'm sure a host of other sub categories that I don't know enough about to be able to identify. 'Argyle' is situated on upper water street in a beautiful old heritage building that really adds to the allure of the gallery. I definitely recommend going in and giving 'Argyle' a look. Walking through this place made me wish that my budget allowed for art purchases. 'Argyle' is currently showing a range of pieced titled: "Block Party." This exhibit is described as "[presenting] the viewer with all the contents of a fantasy world, separated into seemingly arbitrary categories, and compressed into gigantic cubes." Very visually appealing. There was also a piece called "Moose" which was comprised of textile pieces and wood- extremely well done I thought. Check out Argyle Fine Art! Especially if you have money for such things.

If you want a unique artistic gift & friendly service, this is the place! My wife loved the…read morepainting and earrings and I felt good that I shopped locally and bought Canadian! I will definitely return!

I occasionally like to collect carved First Nations items, such as Zuni fetishes and Inuit Arts…read more So the last time I was in Halifax, I looked around Zwicker's gallery and eventually purchased a Kayaker figure (made with soapstone, wood, and sinew) made by Peter Iqaluk (Nunavik). Gallery staff were very helpful in helping me with my choice. It sits above my desk as I'm typing this review and I remain very happy and impressed with this super native art piece.

absolutely stunning gallery with incredibly kind staff and beautiful works of art. will visit again!read more

Located way down Marginal Road, in a place you'd least expect it, is a great little gallery. There…read morereally isn't much signage, and the place isn't publicized at all - BUT, there is art here to be seen and admired. I've been to this location on a few occasions, primarily for NSCAD openings, with wine and cheese to boot! The gallery is comprised of a few separate rooms, with natural light filtering through the large front windows. The hours are fairly ample, open for public perusal from Tuesday to Friday 9-5pm, and Saturday and Sunday 11-4pm. If you happen to find yourself in this neck of the woods, it's worth it to head in. There is no cost and the works on display can be pretty inspired and inspiring.

This is a great gallery. Its a wee bit out of the way, but certainly a worthy pit stop if you are…read morelooking to cover all of Halifax's art gallery offerings. I entered one evening on my way to class, and its demure energy provided a lovely backdrop to some great art. Its very low-key; very mum. Perhaps this was a contributing factor as to why I found it so great. Almost tip-toeing around, I was the only visitor at the time, with an entire gallery at my gaze. The woman working was very sweet. She offered some conversation and information about the gallery as I explored. Unfortunately, I cannot remember the nature of the art displayed, but I do remember liking it. This is an easy gallery to put off, as it is out of the way. I'll have to take another visit and report an update. As my memory serves, this is a kind and lovely gallery with both NSCAD and outside art talents for the looking.

Super friendly! Awesome collection of local art and crafts . Wide price range. You will meet one of…read morethe artists as they take turns working in the gallery! Loved it!

I'm always intimidated to go into art galleries. I don't know much about art, except things that I…read morelike and don't like. I don't normally have a vast interest, but sometimes it's nice to look. I walk by this store quite frequently and one day bravely decided to go in. I was right. It was uncomfortable and I felt out of place... at first. After a while I forgot where I was and just really started enjoying all the paintings. Everything was very beautiful and unique. I was amazed at how long I spent in there. It was like I was in a mini museum. Since I'm not a connoisseur, I don't have a wild understanding of art prices. I couldn't tell you if they are high or low. What I can tell you is that the work was beautiful and being in here was an experience all in itself!

Eye Level is super sweet and great. Located on Gottingen Street, it provides a low key environment…read morefeaturing local artists' fresh, inspired and sometimes zany works. I've been here for a few openings as well as for the Nocturne festival. The space is simple: a single white long rectangular room, with a reception area in the back. Nestled into one of the back most corners, you will find a rich selection of zines - small publications consisting of writings, pictures, etc. You can buy them or peruse (I recommend buying - they don't cost much and you'll be supporting the artist). You should indeed check out this little gallery. It's a simple space, filling a very necessary position as a purveyor of local (and sometimes visiting) artists' creations! GO!

Eyelevel is a gallery that brings a fresh element into Halifax's art scene. Its a small and quaint…read morelittle setting run by a sweet bunch of people who like to keep things interesting. The gallery provides some great local work and prefers to play on a more conceptualized art experience. A few months ago I attended a free cinema night that featured a 1979 Bowie documentary called 'Cracked Actor', and 2 other short films covering contrasting sub cultures of times past. Definitely a worthy venture, as I wouldn't have sought these films out on my own. Popcorn and beer were served as well. The gallery holds spoken word shows, most recently "Dear Diary", in which submissions were pooled together for people to read private thoughts, or written piece to portray such a manner. Very cool as a collective entity. I'd consider this one of the freshest contributors to art in the city and a place to keep tabs on for interesting and provocative shows.

I did not like the staff and was pricy not going back the art is good but pricy would go if I was…read morerich

The Secord Gallery is a small gallery that primarily represents and displays work of Nova Scotian…read moreartists. The art is present in all media; from watercolors and acrylics to prints and photographs. Everything that is displayed in the gallery is available to be bought and prices range from a few hundred dollars for a legal sized piece to a few thousand dollars for the 30"x30" pieces. I recently joined a few friends to take in the latest exhibit that opened on March 26th featuring the work of Susan Hubely. Her work was very colorful, full of beautiful scenery and a great reminder that spring is well on it's way. Exhibits are constantly changing, every month so there is plenty of reason to check it out once and keep coming back. Although most of the art is severely out of my price range (even my fantasy price range) I would recommend this little gallery to anyone who appreciates beautiful pieces of art like the ones on display here. I wont hesitate to go to the launch party for next months exhibit. Hot Hint: The Secord Gallery website features the work of many artists who contribute to the gallery. The photographs taken by Dean Brousseau are my favorite.

Fascinating & Informative - A Must for History Lovers…read more The Halifax Maritime Museum of the Atlantic was such a great experience! There's so much to learn, and the exhibits are incredibly well done. We especially loved the Titanic section--super moving and full of fascinating detail. It's definitely worth the price of admission, especially if you're even remotely interested in history or maritime culture. We left feeling like we'd learned a lot and gained a deeper appreciation for Halifax's role in so many historic events. Highly recommend!

Tucked along Halifax's beautiful waterfront, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is a delightful…read moreand deeply moving place to spend a few hours. As someone who loves seeing how boats are built--and having seen artifacts from the Titanic and even lighthouse lens glass--this museum delivers on every front. One of the strongest parts of the museum is its display of small craft and ship models, from early sailing vessels to steamships. You can see in great detail how ships were constructed over the centuries. The galleries let you view models up close, walk around them, and see components of engines, rigging, and other boatbuilding parts. There's also a section devoted to the Titanic that adds real emotional weight, since Halifax played a role in recovering victims and artifacts. Some of the rare items include a wooden deck chair and personal belongings that tell human stories behind the tragedy. Beyond that, the museum also highlights other fascinating aspects of maritime life, like navigation instruments, lighthouse lens glass, and shipwrecks along the Atlantic coast. Another powerful exhibit focuses on the Halifax Explosion, with fragments of the munitions ship Mont Blanc and artifacts that show just how far pieces of the vessel traveled. These details really drive home the scale of the disaster. Being from the Boston area, this has special meaning for us. The museum also covers naval history and the Age of Steam, with everything well organized and informative. The admission price is very reasonable for the amount of history and artifacts you get to experience. Many people expect to stay for an hour but end up spending two or three because there's so much to see. The staff are described as friendly and knowledgeable, and the museum's waterfront setting--with views of the harbour and the historic CSS Acadia docked nearby--makes the visit even more memorable. While the Titanic collection is smaller than expected, the quality of the artifacts and the way stories are presented make the exhibit impactful. A few exhibits are dimly lit, especially the storage displays, but this hardly detracts from the overall experience. If anything, it encourages you to slow down and take it all in. Overall, if you care about boats, history, the Titanic, or just powerful stories from the sea, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is a must-visit. It balances technical detail with human stories, offering a museum experience that is both educational and very moving

Psychedelic dance parties with records spinning and projected oil art dripping across the walls;…read morelive music blazing while sweaty bodies jump and bump to the solid beat; inspired local art adorning the walls while patrons peruse, chatting and poking about: This is the Khyber. Everything and anything cool as dirt and art related. The space is amazing. Climbing the stairs you feel like you could be in any city, about to embark on a secret night. You'll see smiles, wild dance moves, great style and a lot of happy people on any given night at the Khyber. It's my favorite space in this city. If you're into a scene that's a little off the grid, check it out - if nothing else, you'll admire the historic nature of the building and the amount of life that one old place can house.

The building has a few weird rooms where you can check out live shows. Weird in the sense that it…read moremay feel like you're a big empty white room. Or it may be a big white room with very strange art on the wall. There is a pretty cool group of bands that frequent the Khyber and typically they put on fun and energetic shows. There is something special about catching a secret show there at 2 a.m. If you're a Joel Plaskett fan, be sure to check the place out so you can understand the album "Down At The Khyber" a little more. Be sure to bring cash for beer. The fridge usually is stacked with local Propeller beer, my favourite beer in the city. A lot of people work hard to keep the place going and it is vital for the Halifax arts scene. Definitely a place worth visiting and spending some money to help out.