The FRAN WILLIS GALLERY is Victoria's oldest and largest contemporary art gallery, representing both emerging and established western Canadian Artists of both national and international stature. Started in 1982 in a different location as the North Park Gallery, it was moved to it's present heritage location in 1984, then re-named the Fran Willis Gallery in 1988 when Fran Willis became the sole owner/director.

Located within walking distance of the Inner Harbor, the FRAN WILLIS GALLERY is on the waterfront, between Market Square and Chinatown. The gallery occupies the entire second story of a historic building of Victoria's Old Town warehouse district. The space was renovated to provide an exquisite gallery to exhibit original paintings, drawings and sculpture in various media. It has been said by many critics that the gallery is the best exhibition space in Victoria. The 17 ft. high ceilings and over 3500 sq. ft. of floor area account for some of the praise. The physical dimensions of the gallery space allow for an airy depth, gently lit by 3 high arched windows that overlook the waterway and Store St. Our Solo shows change monthly, running concurrently with a continuing exhibit of artists exclusive to the FRAN WILLIS GALLERY.