Art from the Archives: paint workshop

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Due to the winter storm affecting the National Capital Region, the “Art from the Archives: paint workshop” scheduled for Wednesday, February 13, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., has been postponed to Tuesday, February 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Please note the change in date and time.

Join us for the new series of Art from the Archives workshops! Designed to stimulate your creativity, this series invites you to discover the hidden works of art in the Library and Archives Canada collections. Each workshop begins with a short presentation of works and archives, followed by a creative activity facilitated by a local artist. All equipment is provided. Beginners are welcome!

This month

In February, Library and Archives Canada highlights Black History Month and takes you back to the late 19th century. Step by step, recreate a portrait from the collection, using acrylic paint.

Workshop details

Date and time
Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Eastern Time) in French
Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (Eastern Time) in English
Event admission
Free admission; register for one of the two workshops
Event location
Library and Archives Canada
Gatineau Preservation Center
Event address
625 du Carrefour Boulevard, Gatineau (Quebec)

Registration

The workshop will be presented in English or French, depending on the date, but bilingual staff will be on hand to help with the painting. Seating is limited, so please register!

French workshop Wednesday, February 12, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Eastern time)

English workshop Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (Eastern time)

For more information, please email evenements-events@bac-lac.gc.ca.