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About Us

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​ARTSPLACE is a contemporary gallery and arts centre that is operated by the Annapolis Region Community Arts Council (ARCAC).

ARCAC was founded as a Society in 1982 by a group of artists who wanted to share their work and ideas with each other and their community. ARCAC is a registered charitable organization. In 1996, ARCAC acquired its own building, known as ARTSPLACE. In 1998, ARTSPLACE was awarded Canada Council funding to present contemporary, visual arts as an artist-run centre. ARTSPLACE has three galleries, residency and pop-up studio/gallery and space for workshops and performances. ARTSPLACE's juried, professional visual arts exhibitions are programmed by an arm's length committee of the Board, comprised 100% of artists. ARCAC is funded by the Canada Council for the Arts (CCA), the NS Dept. of Communities, Culture and Heritage (CCH), and through membership, donations and fundraising.
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ARCAC has developed a province-wide and national reputation for being able to generate interesting activities and opportunities within the community. Our membership is composed of approximately 200 individuals and families who believe that involvement in the arts makes life both rewarding and fun. We run a year round schedule of workshops, classes, readings, screenings, talks and special events. Through our Scholarship Fund, we assist students of all ages who wish to pursue art-related courses of study.

Board
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Julia Redgrave,
Chair
Ted Lind, Vice-Chair
Elaine Bergen, Secretary
Carol Tonkin, Treasurer
Susan Tooke

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​Staff
Sophie Paskins
, Gallery Director
Geoff Agombar, Assistant Gallery Director


Exhibitions Committee
Sophie Paskins, Gallery Director

Ted Lind
Terry Havlis Drahos
Bonnie Baker


ARTSPLACE’s vision is to share stimulating work and strengthen artistic life in our region. Creating environments for art and arts practitioners to thrive is key to our work, as is supporting audiences in their growth, awareness, and excitement about art. 

We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.
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The Annapolis Region Community Arts Council recognizes the support of the Province of Nova Scotia. We are pleased to work in partnership with the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage to develop and promote our cultural resources for all Nova Scotians.

ARTSPLACE Gallery: Box 534, 396 St. George St. Annapolis Royal, NS, Canada : [email protected] : 902-532-7069  
The Annapolis Region Community Arts Council Registered Charity Number: 11878 7506 RR0001  
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  • What's On
    • Full Calendar
    • Register for Workshops & Art Camps >
      • Exploring the Masks I Wear / James & Jaime Lee Lightle
      • Summer Art Camp (7-10) / Terry Drahos
      • Summer Art Camp (11-14) / Becky Thompson
  • About Us
    • Mission & Mandate
    • Press
    • Location & Contact
    • Gallery Hours
    • Annual General Meetings >
      • AGM 2024
      • AGM 2023
      • AGM 2022
      • AGM 2021
      • AGM 2020
      • AGM 2019
      • AGM 2018
      • AGM 2017
      • AGM 2016
      • AGM 2015
  • Calls & Opportunities
    • Summer Employment Opportunties at ARTSPLACE
    • 2025 Members' Exhibition - Groove
    • 2025 ARCAC Scholarship (Ages 12-18)
    • 2025 ARCAC Scholarship (General)
    • Calls for Submissions - 2026/27 Main Gallery
    • Studio Rental
  • How to Contribute
    • Become a Member
    • Become a Donor
    • Become a Volunteer
  • Paint The Town
  • ArtSeen.ca