Step in the Footsteps of Emily Carr in a Guided Walk in Victoria

Step into the world of Emily Carr on this engaging two-hour guided walk through historic James Bay, Victoria’s oldest neighbourhood.

Beginning at the covered patio of For Good Measure (579 Niagara Street), a block away from our first stop, we’ll explore the places where one of Canada’s most celebrated artists lived, worked, and found inspiration.

We’ll visit 12 locations on the walk, including Carr House National Historic Site, where Emily was born in 1871, and discover how her family, friendships, and the city itself shaped her remarkable life. Stroll past heritage homes, the residences of her sisters, and the site of the apartment building she designed and managed, later immortalized in her bestselling memoir, The House of All Sorts.

The tour continues through Beacon Hill Park to one of Emily’s favourite sketching spots and across the footbridge dedicated in her honour. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of the Cridge family, Dr. John Sebastian Helmcken, Emily’s beloved monkey Woo, and the famous 1930 “Fresh Seeing” speech that marked a turning point in her artistic career.

After a short break at Museum Plaza, we’ll visit the Emily Carr statue beside the Fairmont Empress, the site of her father’s provisions store and later for a time the first Emily Carr Gallery in Victoria. The last stop on our adventure, before we return to where we started, is at the historic building where Emily spent the final days of her life and, some say, she continues to haunt.

Blending art, local history, biography, and storytelling, this walk offers a fascinating introduction to Emily Carr and the Victoria that inspired her.

Whether you’re a longtime admirer or discovering her for the first time, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation of the artist, her city, and her enduring legacy.

Come discover the city through Emily’s eyes and experience a side of Victoria that most people never see.

Reserve your spot today!

PS – For an even richer experience, consider taking a tour of the interior of Carr House before or after the walk during their open hours,