Collage of children in traditional Japanese attire participating in a tug-of-war at a summer festival, featuring a bold orange duotone overlay.

Return to Paueru Gai: 50 Years of Powell Street Festival 

March 26 to September 5, 2026

Opening reception: March 26, 2026, 6-8pm

Return to Paueru Gai is a retrospective exhibition celebrating 50 years of Powell Street Festival’s art and activism through photographs, videos and installations.

Curated by Emiko Morita

This project is made possible with support from the British Columbia Arts Council, City of Vancouver, Emily Carr University of Art + Design, with funding from its NSERC College and Community Innovation Program Mobilize grant.


Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10:00AM - 6:00PM / Saturday & Sunday 10:00AM - 5:00PM Closed Monday and Canada Day.
Admission by donation.