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The Lynnwood Arts Centre is a public art gallery in which monthly exhibitions primarily showcase contemporary Canadian art.
Located in a restored home, the Lynnwood Arts Centre is an art museum housed in one of Canada's rare National Historic Sites. This fine heritage building is an example of Simcoe's recognition and preservation of its history. The centre possesses a permanent collection of art by both national and international artists. The centre is also very involved in the community, offering public programs, exhibitions and various cultural activities. The Lynnwood Arts Centre is available for lectures, workshops, films, musical events and other activities.
The collection includes paintings and works on paper by members of Painters Eleven and an important collection of works on paper by established Canadian artists.
Lynnwood is also a National Historic Site and an Arts and Cultural Centre serving the communities of Norfolk and Haldimand since 1974.
Lynnwood houses the only public art gallery and permanent public collection of fine art in the entire region. Lynnwood is also home to the popular "Lynnwood´s Film Simcoe" movie series, and Area Sports Hall of Recognition.
Lynnwood offers a year-round program of exhibitions and activities for the entire family to experience and enjoy.
Fundraising/Special Events
Special events raise awareness of Lynnwood in the community and serve to raise necessary funds. New ideas and assistance to co-ordinate our special event fundraising is welcome.
Volunteers are also welcome to lead the development for additional funds for the Lynnwood Arts Foundation.
The Foundation builds long term financial security for the arts in our community.
Volunteers are needed for annual fundraising and development of special events, which raise operating and program funds for the Sports Hall.
Upcoming Events
October 1 - Black Umfolosi Concert
October 2 - Registration for Session 2 Art Classes Opens. Session two begins November 5. Classes for kids, teens, and adults.
October 2 - Registration for One of A Kind Show and Sale in Toronto. Bus trip in Toronto.
October 2 - Exhibition of photographs by Kathleen Pickard.
October 2 to 8 - Art Barn at the Norfolk County Fair.
October 3 - Film Simcoe: Le Placard at 7 PM at the Strand.
October 8 - Opening Reception for Art Boxes, and Kathleen Pickard.
October 25 - Halloween Costume Party 8PM at Lynnwood. Silent Auction for Art Boxes during party.
~ Upcoming Events will be regularly updated. ~
For more information please contact the Centre.
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