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25+ Places for Art in Prince Edward County ๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ

Art runs in our veins โ€“ and down our back roads. Find an array of work in a variety of styles and price points or a wealth of workshops at a range of creative spaces, from intimate studios to restored barns and modern galleries. Here’s where you can find the muse or take home a piece of The County.

artist paintbrush gallery

Tools of the trade | Photo Credit: Johnny CY Lam

Amelie Silks & Fine Arts is set on the shore of West Lake, a stunning backdrop to the silk blouses, scarves, shawls, uni-sex shorts, accessories, sarongs, chemises and camisoles made by Amelie Koning de Bourbon. Her two dimensional work varies from paintings in mixed media, graphic arts and silk paintings.ย 

Andara Galleryย is home to Love Nest Studios and the Andrew Csafordi Studio Gallery. A newly constructed year-round contemporary gallery features the encaustic sculptural paintings of Andrew Csafordi, and the photographs and fibre art nest sculptures of artist and photographer Tara Wilkinson. Andrewโ€™s luminous, textural paintings bring the viewer into an organic sky or landscape, while Taraโ€™s fibre art nest sculptures and works in mixed media and photography are inspired by nature and world travels.

glassblowing art gallery

Glass blower Mark Armstrong in his studio | Photo Credit: Johnny CY Lam

Armstrong Glassworksย is the hottest place in The County – sometimes quite literally, with three huge furnaces used for melting, shaping and colouring glass. Explore the fascinating world of glass in the demonstration room and then visit the showroom, where the light intensifies colours and patterns in each glass creation, casting shadows as beautiful as the pieces themselves.ย 

Kids art classes at the Baxter Arts Centre | Photo Courtesy: Baxter Arts

Baxter Arts Centre provides varied arts programs for visitors to and residents of Prince Edward County, giving people of all ages opportunities to be creative and to connect with the areaโ€™s vibrant arts community. In addition to painting and sculpture, the Baxter Arts Centre offers classes on dance, writing, jewellery making, pottery, singing, yoga and more, with Saturday morning programs specifically for children.

Bloominโ€™ Barn Studio is home to the vibrant and joyous work of Margaret McFetridge, a painter specializing in large-scale florals that are definite mood-boosters. Nestled in the garden of her Victorian 1880s Carriage House, Margaretโ€™s work features large brushes and confident strokes, bringing poppies, peonies and hollyhocks to life on canvas.ย 

Peter and Alice outside their Studio along County Road 13 | Photo Courtesy: Blizzmax

BlizzMax Art Gallery Studioย is home to Alice Mennacher and the late artist Peter Mennacher, who was an etcher, painter and wood carver. BlizzMax is summertime host to some of the most exciting contemporary art shows between Montrรฉal and Toronto.ย 

Carbon is an art space located in a former coffin manufactory behind ย The County Canteen. Curated by Hri Neil, aka DJย Ombudsman, the space is a gallery, studio and common creative space in the heart of Picton.

Guildworks in Bloomfield stocks an eclectic mix of work in ceramic, glass, textile, jewellery, metal and wood; they also curate a small collection of visual art by both established and emerging artists. They also offer workshops where people can learn a new craft from some of Canadaโ€™s best artists and makers.ย 

Hatch Gallery features exhibitions of established, mid-career and emerging contemporary artists, with the work highlighted by the surrounds of a converted industrial space. Exhibitions primarily include painting, photography and sculpture, having featured work by Ronald, Mead, Urquhart, Bentham and other important Canadian artists.ย 

Art in progress at the iconoclast studio | Photo Courtesy: iconoclast studio

iconoclast studio is the home of the vibrant abstract art of Jennifer Topaz Bruce, who works primarily with acrylic on canvas and prefers the cut of a palette knife to the stroke of a brush. Her use of lines and colour, coupled with her attraction to angles and edges, result in paintings that have bite and are unapologetic.

J.D. Thompson Fine Paintings is a study of light, the way it travels across the grasslands, the way it interacts with stormy waves, the way it softens in the evening, producing subtle rust shades. His large, painstakingly-detailed acrylic paintings attempt to depict various atmospherics caused by light interacting with water in all forms, whether grand cumulous clouds, fog, waterfalls or crashing waves. His paintings are also personal metaphoric expressions of light-filled with hope, in juxtaposition to the challenges of life.ย 

mad dog gallery art contemporary traditional artist

Yes, there are really dogs at Mad Dog Gallery | Photo Credit: Eve Harvey

Mad Dog Gallery features outstanding traditional and contemporary fine arts exclusively by local artists, including Rosemary Brown, Brian Clark, Julie Duff, Ian Forbes, Elizabeth Jackson-Hall, Anne House, David James, Andrew Innes, Andrew King, Bill Reddick, Doris Richardson, Celia Sage, Marianne Sanders, Gerald Reilly, Susan Straiton and Susan Wallis. Group and solo shows alternate throughout the year.ย 

Melt Studio and Gallery is located just outside Picton in a historical air force barracks in the former Camp Picton. The gallery is managed and run by Canadian encaustic artist Susan Wallis and is the home to her encaustic working studio. Susan showcases her work in the gallery space along with a selection of other talented artists and artisans. Melt Studio and Gallery also offers PAUSE, a nature and art experience.

pottery ceramics art workshops

Melanie Mena at home in her Dragonfly pottery studio | Photo Credit: Eve Harvey

Mena Dragonfly Studio is home to deceptively simple, gorgeously hand-thrown and yet completely functional pieces for use in the home. Melanieโ€™s beautiful ceramics are complemented by unique dรฉcor items. Visit to view the collection, or stay in the on-site B&B for a chance to learn how to throw pottery in a guided workshop.

Mixd Nutz Studio features the photography of Carol Noรซl, whose enhanced vibrant images can be viscerally felt. Common threads: curiosity, noticing what is often passed-by, oddities and love of human story, domicile and place.

Interpretive dance in the sculpture garden | Photo Courtesy: Oeno Gallery

Oeno Gallery is renowned for exceptional fine art, both dynamic contemporary and historical art, including paintings by the Group of Seven, Tom Thomson and other important Canadian and European artists. Situated at the Huff Estates Winery, the 2,400 square foot gallery hosts monthly exhibitions and a unique three-acre Sculpture Garden with more than 60 works by Canadian artists.ย 

Pamela Carter Studio is filled with light and classical jazzโ€“ perfectly reflected in Pamelaโ€™s warm, vibrant paintings in a range of sizes and genres: still life, local lush landscapes, dancing, joyful County living. Pamelaโ€™s work captures the people and places of The County, giving them life on canvas.ย 

SideStreet Gallery is housed in an historical 1862 building located on Main Street Wellington, featuring an extensive collection of works by regional artists. SideStreet’s focus is “authentically County” with art exhibits running during the year. Itโ€™s a good place to browse for a memento of The County, including the series of iconic โ€œCounty Postersโ€ by Marc Keelan-Bishop.

Spark Box Studio offers art and craft workshops, specializing in screen printing. Artists Chrissy Poitras and Kyle Topping are genius at customizing workshops based on what you’d like to learn, and adapting those workshops for kids, groups, parties and more. Their screen printing equipment allows you to return home with a truly handmade souvenir of your time in The County.

Art can be appreciated by all species | Photo Courtesy: Sybil Frank Gallery

Sybil Frank Gallery offers fine art ranging from contemporary modern to landscapes, a bit of whimsy and bold sculptural pieces. Named after the proprietorโ€™s grandmothers, the gallery honours two amazing women, one bold and daring, the other graceful, elegant and ethereal. Sybil Frank promises to be an art experience where one can find unique talent with vision, artistry and the unexpected.ย 

The Local Store gathers the best of County art under one roof, showcasing pottery, jewelry, quilting, basketry, wood working, prints, original works of art and books in a converted barn and milking parlour. Find County-made preserves, jams, jellies and chutneys in the former lamb building and take in the gallery of large oil paintings and antiques in the hayloft.

An eclectic array of ceramic pottery by Maggie Murdoch and David Drown | Photo Courtesy: Wellington Pottery

Wellington Pottery is home to the work of Maggie Murdoch, David Drown and Hannah Melnyk. Maggieโ€™s porcelain seems โ€œcaught in the act of becomingโ€ with its free-form organic shapes and movement. David extrudes and hand-builds clay work to create highly-functional, inviting designs with strong graphic lines and an eastern flair.ย 

 

Content updated January 2020

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And by that we don't just mean making a reservation! While reservations are definitely recommended wherever possible, it's also very true that many restaurants in The County operate on a first-come, first-served basis. This can sometimes be inconvenient, but it's always worth it, if these delightfully crispy fried chicken tacos from @BermudaPEC are any indication... ๐Ÿคคโ 
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You just have to (say it with us) Plan In Advance! Here are some of our top tips for navigating first-come, first-served dining in The County: โ 
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๐Ÿ’ป Research, research, research! Browse VisitPEC.ca to find restaurants you're interested in. If they don't take reservations, research more and have some back-ups in mind nearby - just in case. โ 
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๐Ÿ•” Plan to arrive at your desired spot 30-45 mins before you want to eat. The wait is harder when you're hungry, so if you come with enough energy to have a little stroll around the area while you wait for your name to come to the top of the list, you'll be perfectly happy come dinnertime. โ 
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๐Ÿ”€ Switch things up during your visit and think about modifying your mealtimes to eat during off-peak hours. Brunch is all the rage, but why not make it a "lupper"? And sometimes after a long day, a later dinner hits the spot. Just be sure to confirm hours of operation before working this tactic into your plan! โ 
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Note: spots that do take reservations almost always allow for some walk-ins. These tips apply in this situation as well. โ 
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๐ŸŒž Celebrate in The County ๐ŸŒžโ  โ  Summer ce ๐ŸŒž Celebrate in The County ๐ŸŒžโ 
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Summer celebrations are in full swing in The County with the PECelebrates Festival, a celebration of community, cultures, and Canada in Prince Edward County. Residents and visitors alike are invited to reconnect with community through festive events and activities. The festival will take place from June 24 to July 1, 2022 and consists of a wide array of events and activities taking place throughout the community. You can learn more about the PECelebrates Festival at our latest blog (link in bio) ๐Ÿ‘†โ 
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Marquee events include: โ 
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๐ŸŽ™ Revel: Celebrating Diversity in PECโ 
Revel is a celebration put on by @TheCountyMuseums and will take place on Saturday, June 25 from noon to 9 pm at Macaulay Heritage Park. This free event celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day, Indigenous History Month, and Multiculturalism Day with music, food, art, and community partnerships.โ 
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๐Ÿ’ƒ The Wellington Street Danceโ 
The Wellington Street Dance is a long-standing County tradition, and it returns to Main Street Wellington this year on the evening of June 30. Swing by to enjoy live music, food vendors, and more. โ 
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๐Ÿ Canada Day at the Picton Fairgroundsโ 
Enjoy Canada Day festivities at the Picton Fairgrounds from 12-4 PM, which will be brought to life with active play activities for kids, balloon-twisting, airbrush tattooing, inflatable amusements, musical performances, and more! There will be plenty of activities on offer from community partners such as The Baxter Arts Centre, Come Alive Outside, 99.3 County FM, and the Picton Recreation Committee.โ 
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Learn more about PECelebrates at the link in our bio ๐Ÿ‘†โ 
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๐Ÿ–ผ Art in the County ๐Ÿ–ผโ  โ  The 29th Annual ๐Ÿ–ผ Art in the County ๐Ÿ–ผโ 
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The 29th Annual @ArtInTheCounty Juried Exhibition and Sale kicks off tomorrow, and for the first time since 2019 visitors will be welcomes to view the artworks in person. Here's the details: โ 
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๐Ÿ“… June 17 - July 4โ 
โŒš 10AM - 6PM (with the exception of 5PM on Sundays and 2PM on July 4) โ 
๐Ÿ“ The Bunker within The Armoury, in Picton, ON (Lower Level) โ 
๐Ÿ’ฒ $3 for adults, free for children under 12โ 
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Not able to attend in person? You can also view the exhibition online at artinthecounty.com โ 
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Craving more? Be sure to check out the Art in the County Jurors' Show featuring the works of Gordon Shadrach, Felicity Somerset, and Debra Vincent -this year's AITC jurors - at @2GalleryPEC. Happening now through July 4. โ 
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For County art all year-round, be sure to check out @pecartstrail and @pecstudiotour, and head to VisitPEC.ca/do/arts to discover even more. โ 
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๐Ÿ“ท Image by Janna Smith for @ArtInTheCountyโ 
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๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Stretch it Out ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Want t ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Stretch it Out ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ  Want to set the tone for a relaxing visit? Why not book a gentle, outdoor yoga class (farm life optional) to get your body moving and soak in some rays before a busy day of exploring. Here are just some of the regular classes you can find throughout the summer (for more details and to register in advance, head to VisitPEC.ca/events):  ๐Ÿฆช Yoga in the Backyard at @sandandpearlpec takes place on Fridays and Saturdays at 10 AM throughout August. You can also join them for their 5th Annual Full Moon Yogafest, August 12-14 2022.  ๐Ÿ Goat Yoga with @yogawithmikenze takes place every Saturday & Sunday through October 31 at 10 AM at @healwithhorsespec. You'll also have the chance to connect with pigs, piglets, cats, dogs, horses, a miniature donkey, and other farm life.  ๐Ÿ‡ Yoga in the (Vine)yard at @karloestates with Serendipity Yoga takes place every Saturday and Sunday at 11 AM by their infamous drystone bridge. Be sure to stick around to enjoy a glass of vegan wine and a picnic box.  Indoor yoga more your speed? Be sure to follow @serendipity_yoga_pec for their in-person and online class schedules.  ๐Ÿฆ™ Alpaca Yoga at @shedchetwynfarms is happening at 10 AM on 5 special Saturdays this summer: July 9 & 23, August 6 & 20, and September 3.  If you're looking for an alpaca experience with a little less intensity than yoga, sign up for an Alpaca Encounter Wellness Session at SHED, taking place on select dates throughout the summer.  ๐Ÿ’œ Lavender Yoga with Angela at @millefleurs.ca is happening every Sunday through August 28th at 9 AM. In August when the Lavender has been harvested the session will take place near the Dahlia and Sunflower gardens.  For more information about these events, be sure to check out our event listings on VisitPEC.ca. Link in bio. ๐Ÿ‘†  Image description: Participants at Yoga in the Backyard stand in Warrior II pose on yoga mats on a platform behind Sand and Pearl, a fish shack and oyster bar in PEC on a sunny, blue-sky day in summer.  Image by @sandandpearlpec  #PrinceEdwardCounty #PEC #CountyUp #DiscoverON #VisitTheCounty #SouthEasternOntario #TheCounty #BayOfQuinte #DiscoverOntario #Picton #SandbanksPP #VisitPEC
๐Ÿด Equine Soul Session ๐ŸŒณโ  โ  Enjoy a morni ๐Ÿด Equine Soul Session ๐ŸŒณโ 
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Enjoy a morning at @healwithhorsespec sharing deep connections through guided equine encounters with our hooved, whispering friends who are known for tapping into human emotion in a big way. Take a walk in quiet woods and cap things off with local food around a campfire. Leave feeling rested, connected, and ready to explore The County.โ 
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If that sounds like a perfect outing for you, book your Equine Soul Session today or head to VisitPEC.ca/experience-the-county/ (links in bio) to explore other special County experiences designed to help you immerse yourself in our local art, agriculture, nature, and history.โ 
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๐Ÿ› Reserve Your Stay ๐Ÿ›โ  โ  Thinking of pla ๐Ÿ› Reserve Your Stay ๐Ÿ›โ 
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Thinking of planning a last-minute trip to The County?โ 
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โ Before you do, remember that last-minute availability is rare in The County. So don't add a trip to your calendar, book a tour, or make adinner reservation, without getting your hotel, motel, b&b, inn, campsite, vacation rental, or cottage squared away first. โ 
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And when you stay, stay for a while! There's too much to see and do in a day, so plan to stay for two nights at the very least (you'll notice most accommodators have two-night minimums anyhow). โ 
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At this time of year, you'll find many accommodations are fully booked until the Fall already. But here's an insider tip: Autumn is an exceptional time to visit The County! โ 
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๐Ÿ“ธ of @everlyinn, a boutique bed & breakfast with sustainability at the heart of its design. โ 
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๐ŸฆHistory Takes Flight ๐Ÿฆโ  โ  Want to learn ๐ŸฆHistory Takes Flight ๐Ÿฆโ 
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Want to learn about County history while enjoying a walk in nature and taking in a quirky and beloved community art project? โ 
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We have just the thing! โ 
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History Takes Flight: A Walking Tour of Macaulay Heritage Park and Birdhouse City is a completely free, self-guided walking tour put together by our friends @TheCountyMuseums, @Birdhouse_CityPEC and @QuinteConservation. โ 
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Check out the link in our bio to find the History Takes Flight blog that accompanies this walking tour or download the free GooseChase app and enter code 5L71PL to play the game we developed based on this tour. โ 
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๐Ÿ“ Birdhouse City โ 
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Image description: A birdhouse replica of the Macaulay House museum perched on its pole on a sunny day with trees in the background.โ 
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๐Ÿ Bees & Blooms ๐ŸŒปโ  โ  Slow down, stop and ๐Ÿ Bees & Blooms ๐ŸŒปโ 
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Slow down, stop and explore at an off-grid homestead with beekeeper Elis @curiousgoatgeneralstore. Deepen your connection with plants, pollinators, and your food, and make a balm to take home! The Bees and Blooms Adventure is kid-friendly and is perfect for private groups.! It features a snack of locally made bread and cheese, garden iced mint tea, and of course a honey tasting, or you can add on a field picnic for the full bees & "brunch" experience. โ 
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If that sounds like a perfect outing for you, book your Bees & Blooms experience today or head to VisitPEC.ca/experience-the-county/ (links in bio) to explore other special County experiences designed to help you immerse yourself in our local art, agriculture, nature, and history.โ 
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