Organized by Avon River Arts, the Great Little Art Show has been a beloved community tradition since 1998, helping raise vital funds that support the ongoing operation of the Avon River Heritage & Culture Centre and the Avon Spirit Shipyard.
This year’s exhibition showcases the work of 40 talented local artists and features an inspiring variety of paintings, drawings, photography, pastel works, leatherwork, mixed media sculpture, prints, fibre, and textile creations.
Opening night welcomed approximately 125 visitors, with 24 pieces finding new homes before the evening was over — a wonderful testament to the incredible talent represented in this year’s show.
Whether you’re an avid collector, a casual admirer, or simply looking for a memorable outing, we invite you to make a special trip to explore this vibrant celebration of local creativity. You may even discover the perfect piece to take home while supporting both local artists and the continued preservation of our community heritage.
Open by donation, the museum and art gallery are open weekends from 10–5 throughout May and June.
2026 Participating Artists
Brenda Alexander • Sandra Aucoin • Valda Bardell • Jacqueline fay Bezanson • James Brown • Veryan Burcham • Connie Burnett • Jolene Conrad • Melodie Davis • Penelope Dearman • Denise Grandy • Ronald Fredette • Emma Greer Lyttle • Ken Greer Cathy Hatch • Carolyn Harry • Bridget Higgins • Christopher Jagt • Sarah Jan • Eric Jordan • Shelley King • Katie Laffin • Will Lane • Aven Lake • Pat Leblanc • Emma Lyttle • Rose Marie MacDonald • Holly MacNeil • Fern McCuish • Robert Plante • Glen Parker • Tacha Reed • Elizabeth Robinson • Darlene Sanford • Cara Sawka • Robert Saturno • Sara Sheffield • Emilio Spalla • Margaret Spore • Raeleigh Walker
This year’s exhibition showcases the work of 40 talented local artists and features an inspiring variety of paintings, drawings, photography, pastel works, leatherwork, mixed media sculpture, prints, fibre, and textile creations.
Opening night welcomed approximately 125 visitors, with 24 pieces finding new homes before the evening was over — a wonderful testament to the incredible talent represented in this year’s show.
Whether you’re an avid collector, a casual admirer, or simply looking for a memorable outing, we invite you to make a special trip to explore this vibrant celebration of local creativity. You may even discover the perfect piece to take home while supporting both local artists and the continued preservation of our community heritage.
Open by donation, the museum and art gallery are open weekends from 10–5 throughout May and June.
2026 Participating Artists
Brenda Alexander • Sandra Aucoin • Valda Bardell • Jacqueline fay Bezanson • James Brown • Veryan Burcham • Connie Burnett • Jolene Conrad • Melodie Davis • Penelope Dearman • Denise Grandy • Ronald Fredette • Emma Greer Lyttle • Ken Greer Cathy Hatch • Carolyn Harry • Bridget Higgins • Christopher Jagt • Sarah Jan • Eric Jordan • Shelley King • Katie Laffin • Will Lane • Aven Lake • Pat Leblanc • Emma Lyttle • Rose Marie MacDonald • Holly MacNeil • Fern McCuish • Robert Plante • Glen Parker • Tacha Reed • Elizabeth Robinson • Darlene Sanford • Cara Sawka • Robert Saturno • Sara Sheffield • Emilio Spalla • Margaret Spore • Raeleigh Walker
