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Durham ArtsFest

A vibrant celebration of creativity and community!

Durham Artsfest 2023  was a full day of activities, including artist vendors, musical performances, puppet shows, and more. Artists showcased their work at the Tent Village on Mill St., where art demonstrations and sales took place throughout the day.

Participants engaged in puppet-making for a parade, mural painting, chalk drawing, and other interactive activities. Musical performances by talented artists like Saugeen Rhythm and Cousin Molly entertained the crowds at Veteran's Memorial Park and Studio A on Garafraxa St. N.

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One of the highlights was the enchanting puppet show "Hansel and Gretel" presented by Ena Bruce and Anna Gruda at Veteran's Memorial Park. The Sauntering Band and the Puppet parade took everyone on a delightful journey through the streets of Durham, ending at the renowned Durham Art Gallery.

The evening festivities commenced with a licensed reception at the Durham Art Gallery, featuring delicious treats from Spanky's BBQ food truck and live music by Tim, Barb, and Friends, who filled the air with delightful session tunes.

Thank You

to all those who participated!

Durham ArtsFest brought together art, music, and the spirit of the community in a memorable event that celebrated creativity and brought joy to all who attended.

Hours of Operation

Monday

Tuesday

*Wednesday

Thursday

Friday 

Saturday

Sunday

closed

closed

10 - 4

10 - 4

10 - 4

12 - 4

12 - 4

*NOTE: alternate Wednesdays we will open at 12 noon following our life-drawing sessions.

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upcoming life-drawing sessions:

February 5 & 19

March 5 & 19

April 2, 16 & 30

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Durham 
Art Gallery 

Entrance Fee by Donation

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10727 0878 RR0001

Contact us for Sponsorship Opportunities
Address

251 George St E.

PO BOX 1021

Durham, Ontario

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Durham Art Gallery rests on the traditional land of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which is represented by the communities of Saugeen First Nation and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. The Métis Nation of Ontario, whose history and people are also well represented in what are now known as Bruce and Grey Counties. 

 

We are committed to re-framing our responsibilities to land, history and community. We acknowledge that words are insufficient and that it is our responsibility to move beyond statements and workds as we continue to listen, learn and  uphold the critical importance of truth, reconciliation and reparation.  

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In line with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action, we are committed to the dismantling of anti-Indigenous racism and discriminatory practices against Indigenous People.

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We would like to acknowledge funding support from the Ontario Arts Council, an agency of the Government of Ontario.

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We would like to acknowledge program funding support from Heritage Canada, an agency of the Government of Canada.

We would like to acknowledge our community support from the following organizations:

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The Fallis Family

Lind Family Fund

Accessibility Statement

 

We at the Durham Art Gallery strive to meet and exceed digital accessibility guidelines in our ongoing effort to provide an accessible website and on-site gallery for all users. We are currently working collaboratively with partner organizations to review, access and enhance our digital accessibility, usability and related services.

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