February Newsletter
February 6, 2025
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Looking for amazing events and programs?
We’ve got something for you! 💕
Check out all of the incredible things happening at the gallery this month in our February Newsletter:
Message from the Director
I’m happy to share that 2025 has brought some exciting opportunities for gallery staff and as a result, you’ll see some familiar names in new roles, and a new friendly face at the front desk.
Andrew Ihamaki, Education Programming Coordinator, began an educational leave in January to complete his Master of Arts Leadership at Queen’s University, and Laura Thompson, Visitor Services, has accepted a temporary 1-year position of Service Peterborough Representative with the Strategic Communications and Service Division at City Hall. Congratulations to both!
To support these exciting and enriching experiences, Dorothea Hines has accepted the temporary role of Education Programming Coordinator while Andrew is on leave, vacating her permanent role of Gallery Operations. Tess Kelsey has accepted the temporary role of Gallery Operations Assistant until Dorothea’s return. You’ll continue to receive Tess’s warm welcomes at the front desk where she’ll be joined by Nevan Hinks who has just accepted a temporary role in Visitor Services until Laura’s return.
Nevan has a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree from the University of Guelph where she focused on printmaking and art history and gained an appreciation for the intersection of art and community engagement. She brings a wealth of experience working within the contemporary arts, administration, and customer service. Nevan will join our team, connecting our community to the artwork in our exhibitions, programs, and gallery shop with her knowledge of contemporary art and studio practices across a variety of mediums and techniques.
Welcome to the gallery, Nevan!
Celeste Scopelites, Director
Art Gallery of Peterborough
Current Exhibitions
Continuing to March 16
Dr. Roberta Bondar
Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive
Legacy: dedications to the next generation
Works from the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Permanent Loan
In Transition: days to nights
Works from the Art Gallery of Peterborough Permanent Collection
Events
Snofest Family Sunday
February 16 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Check out our exhibitions, including Dr. Roberta Bondar’s, The Great Imperative to Survive, and then head up to the AGP studio and make your own Snofest Pete to take home!
No fee or registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Education Programs
March Break Art Camp
March 10 – 14, 2025
suitable for ages 7 -11
Join us over March Break for a week-long camp exploring famous artists and their techniques! Learn about different artists each day and create artwork inspired by the artistic practices, styles, and techniques they made famous.
Campers will have the opportunity to explore our current exhibitions, including Dr. Roberta Bondar’s “Patterns & Parallels” to get inspired up in the studio where they will be led by our outstanding team of art educators and create their own masterpieces.
NEW: Art Start!
Suitable for ages 4-6
Saturday, February 22: Fun with Shapes
Create collages using different materials, developing fine motor skills and creativity.
Saturday Art Club
Suitable for ages 7-11
Saturday, February 15: Comic Books
Unleash your creativity by crafting original comic books!
Adult Art Camp Series
Ages 19+
Thursday, February 13: Paint Night
Materials and refreshments provided.
Volunteer Opportunity
We have opportunities for youth (aged 14 – 17) to assist us up in the studio during March Break Art Camp!
Become an AGP Youth Volunteer and gain leadership experience in a creative and fun environment, make new friends and some art, too. AGP Youth Volunteers will learn to work in a team and have an opportunity to support and assist professional artists in a creative space.
Application Deadline: Sunday, February 23, 2025
Learn more and apply at: agp.on.ca/connect/volunteer/
Gallery Shop
Looking for something extra special for your Valentine? 💕
Drop in to the Gallery Shop at the Art Gallery of Peterborough and explore the work of over 60 local and regional artists and makers!
The Gallery Shop is open weekly: Wednesday to Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm.
Application:
Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour
Interested in participating in the 2025 Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour?
The studio tour offers artists working in a range of styles and media the chance to open up their working spaces to the public, share their artistic practice, connect with potential supporters and the community, while also promoting their work.
Deadline to apply: February 19, 2025
Become A Member
Become a member and support the gallery year-round!
Members receive specialized benefits at all levels.
Gallery Hours
Regular Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 11 am to 5 pm
Thursday: 11 am to 5 pm
Friday: 11 am to 5 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11 am to 5 pm
Holiday Hours (Family Day Weekend)
Saturday, February 15: 11 am – 5 pm
Sunday, February 16: 11 am – 5 pm
Monday, February 17: CLOSED
Admission is free, however donations in support of AGP Programs are always appreciated.
About the Art Gallery of Peterborough
The Art Gallery of Peterborough is a non-profit public gallery dedicated to exhibiting and collecting visual works of art. We present contemporary visual art by artists from the immediate area, region and nation. Exhibitions are supported by artist talks and panels, workshops for all ages, and publications.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough respectfully acknowledges that it is located on the treaty and traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg and offers its gratitude to the First Peoples for their care for, and teachings about, our earth and our relations. May those teachings be honoured.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough gratefully acknowledges the support of the following organizations:
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