Grimsby Public Art Gallery

10/14/2026

New DIY kits by Our Little Makery 🇨🇦 have landed in the Gallery Shop! These paint-by-layer shadow box kits come with everything you need to complete your project, including a link to a step-by-step video tutorial. No experience needed, just let your creativity come out to play!

10/13/2026

10/10/2026

Join us on Saturday, October 17, from 2–4 PM as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Lakeside Pumphouse Artists’ Association.

Come experience this special exhibition and celebrate 25 years of creativity, community, and artistic connection. Enjoy the work on display, meet fellow art lovers, and recognize the Lakeside Pumphouse Artists’ Association's lasting contribution to our local Grimsby arts community.

10/08/2026

Our doors have had a little autumn makeover at the Grimsby Public Art Gallery! 🍂🍁

A massive thank you to the Brainkite for creating this beautiful artwork!

Step through and you’ll be greeted by a few whimsical critters who are ready to welcome you in. 🐰🦡🎃

There’s just something magical about autumn — cozy colours, carving pumpkins, and a little bit of enchantment around every corner.

Come say hello and see our new painted doors for yourself!

10/07/2026

Sculpt, squish, and shape your imagination into reality! Artists will explore the exciting world of three-dimensional art, learning foundational techniques to build original masterpieces. Perfect for creative students who love to build with their hands.
Registration is required.

10/01/2026

We are pleased to announce the Gordon Rose Memorial Art Auction in support of the Grimsby Public Art Gallery.

Phil Rose, Gordon’s son, has generously organized this special auction featuring a selection of his late father’s original artwork. The collection includes works in watercolour, pastel, acrylic, scratchboard, and photography, with many pieces reflecting Gordon’s love of nature, animals, and the beauty of the world around him.

* Bidding is now open!
* Bidding closes November 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
* Link to Bid online: https://app.galabid.com/grimsby-art-gallery/items

About Gordon Rose

Gordon Humphrey Rose was born in Manchester in 1933. After serving as a draftsman with the British Army in Germany and later Ghana, Gordon moved to Canada with his wife, Barbara, in 1963. They made Grimsby their home in 1965.
Gordon was deeply involved in his community and dedicated decades of service to organizations including Big Brothers and Scouts Canada. In recognition of his significant contributions to his community and to Canada, he was awarded the 125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada Commemorative Medal in 1992.
Gordon was also a passionate artist and served as President of the Grimsby Lakeside Pump House Artists from 2006–2008. He worked in a variety of media, including acrylic, watercolour, pastel, and scratchboard, with natural scenery and animals among his favourite subjects.
Gordon passed away in Grimsby in 2015, leaving behind not only a legacy of community service, but also a wonderful collection of artwork.

We are grateful to Phil Rose for making this special auction possible and for helping share Gordon’s artwork with the community.

Good luck and happy bidding!

10/01/2026

Pressing Futures is a bold new exhibition by Studio Rat () now open at the Grimsby Public Art Gallery. At the heart of the exhibition is a massive installation made up of 3,600 handmade tiles, produced from reclaimed plastics and assembled into a striking architectural feature within the gallery.

Come see Pressing Futures and rethink what you thought you knew about plastic!
September 15 – November 21, 2026

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09/30/2026

The Grimsby Public Art Gallery recognizes September 30th as a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, established to honour Residential School Survivors, their families, and those who never made it home.

In recognition of this day, we are showcasing Indigenous artist Norval Morrisseau with two of his prints from our permanent collection.

Norval Morrisseau, also known as Copper Thunderbird, is considered the pioneer of contemporary Indigenous art in Canada. The National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations calls him "the key figure at the center of an indigenous art movement in Canada” and he is the only Native Artist to have a solo exhibition at the National Gallery of Canada.

Despite facing significant discrimination, he developed a unique artistic style that sparked a new art movement. He established the Woodlands School of Art and was an influential member of the "Indian Group of Seven."

Often called the "Picasso of the North," Morrisseau's artwork illustrates his people's legends, explores the cultural and political dynamics between Indigenous and European traditions, and reflects his spiritual and mystical themes.

09/29/2026

Join us for our crafting social here at the gallery, where you'll get your own space to create and socialize. Come meet like-minded artsy folks and maybe even find inspiration to try a new hobby. Bring whatever you're working on, whether it's knitting, scrapbooking, sketching, or even colouring, and grab a free coffee or tea while you hang out with old friends, or make some new ones! We hope to see you soon!

09/25/2026

Only 2 spots remaining for our first Fall Candle and Pumpkin Planter Workshop next week! Embrace the cozy season with this exciting and hands-on workshop with and .cacti, and leave with a personalized candle and a stunning arrangement to celebrate fall! To register, please visit our link in bio 🎃