Public Opening Reception


Date: Oct 18
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: Level 3 Atrium
Art

Marlene Creates: Places, Paths, and Pauses October 12, 2019 - January 26, 2020 Four decades of work by renowned Newfoundland and Labrador-based artist Marlene Creates, this exhibition highlights her exploration of shifting relationships between human experience and the natural world. Organized and circulated by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, Fredericton, NB in partnership with Dalhousie Art Gallery, Halifax, NS with the support of the Museum Assistance Program, Canadian Heritage. Curated by Susan Gibson Garvey and Andrea Kunard. Boarder X September 21, 2019 - January 5, 2020 Boarder X brings together interdisciplinary contemporary art from artists of Indigenous nations across Canada who surf, skate and snowboard to explore relationships to landscapes (both built and natural) and to challenge the status quo. Organized and circulated by the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Curated by Jaimie Isaac Image credit: Marlene Creates, Summer 2003, Chromogenic photographic print, Collection: National Gallery of Canada

Events & Programs

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Coffee & Culture

Presented and created by Sharing Our Cultures, 'Imagine SPACE' (Support Positive Action Collaboration and Experiences) is a documentary that shares the first-hand accounts of the lived experience of young people in the province.

The film was created in an effort to stimulate conversations and encourage the community to take concrete actions towards embracing cultural diversity, and get rid of racism and discrimination. The screening will be followed by a moderated panel discussion. 

Film run time: 23 minutes

This is a free event, but a ticket is required. Please reserve your free ticket online or by calling (709) 757-8090. Includes admission to exhibitions and a coffee from The Rooms Café.