Normally each May we begin our season with an art show highlighting new work by established and emerging artists from Hants County and beyond.
Organized by the Avon River Arts Society, the Great Little Art Show is a major attraction in the community and is a significant event for the Avon Heritage Museum and Avon Spirit Shipyard.
Unable to host this event in 2020, we have envisioned a slightly different version of this beloved community showcase for the 2021 season. We have decided to instead host this event June 21st through September 24th. We will kick off the event with a virtual gallery tour. Until restrictions are lifted the gallery will be open by appointment only, Wednesday through Sunday, 10am - 5pm. We are hopeful that by September we can come together safely to celebrate as we normally would at an opening reception, instead hosting a wrap party as a final fundraiser. Throughout the summer we will provide regular updates on the artwork and artists included in this showcase via Facebook and Instagram, with a page on our website devoted to the work in this collection. Here we'll share bios and interviews with the artists and links to the online gallery and shop.
Hours of Operation for 2021
July and August - Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
June, September & October, Saturday & Sunday, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This summer our museum is open by appointment and for special events - please email infoavonriver@gmail.com to book an appointment or visit our Calendar of Events for the full schedule of planned activities.
Organized by the Avon River Arts Society, the Great Little Art Show is a major attraction in the community and is a significant event for the Avon Heritage Museum and Avon Spirit Shipyard.
Unable to host this event in 2020, we have envisioned a slightly different version of this beloved community showcase for the 2021 season. We have decided to instead host this event June 21st through September 24th. We will kick off the event with a virtual gallery tour. Until restrictions are lifted the gallery will be open by appointment only, Wednesday through Sunday, 10am - 5pm. We are hopeful that by September we can come together safely to celebrate as we normally would at an opening reception, instead hosting a wrap party as a final fundraiser. Throughout the summer we will provide regular updates on the artwork and artists included in this showcase via Facebook and Instagram, with a page on our website devoted to the work in this collection. Here we'll share bios and interviews with the artists and links to the online gallery and shop.
Hours of Operation for 2021
July and August - Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
June, September & October, Saturday & Sunday, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This summer our museum is open by appointment and for special events - please email infoavonriver@gmail.com to book an appointment or visit our Calendar of Events for the full schedule of planned activities.
Great Little Art Show Guidelines for Participating Artists
Our volunteers rely on the information and cooperation you provide, so please make certain all information provided is accurate to your satisfaction. By following these simple guidelines, together, we can help ensure a successful show!
· Works created in all mediums are accepted into the show, such as: Painting, Drawing, Pottery, Sculpture, Textile, Fibre, Jewellery, Wood, Glass, Stone, Metal, Photography. Please contact the coordinators with any questions about specific works.
· As of June 21st all work will remain on public display and online until the show closes on Sunday, September 27th at 5:00 pm. Takedown is between 5pm & 6pm, or by appointment the week following.
· Drop off will be scheduled by appointment, June 5th through 13th. We try our best to accommodate, please contact us with any questions or to schedule an appointment.
· All works must be presentable. Paintings must be dry and equipped to be hung. To avoid confusion, please indicate titles of work on the back or bottom of each piece.
· Insurance: Our insurance does not cover the value of your work. We encourage you to contact your own policy provider for any additional coverage you feel warranted. The facility has a working security system and every precaution will be taken to safeguard your work.
· $30.00 entry fee per artist, to be received in full before any work will be accepted into the show.
· Submissions/payment may be completed by filling out the entry form. Payment can be made by sending a personal cheque made out to the Avon River Heritage Society, 17 Belmont Rd, Newport Landing/Avondale, B0N 2A0 or e-transfer to infoavonriver@gmail.com
· Pricing: The ARHS retains a 25% commission of all sales, so please price your work accordingly.
· All entry packages (form/fee/bio) must be received by April 23rd, 2021. Bios have a 200-word limit. Please include your preferred method of contact (email, phone number, website or mailing address) that you wish to appear along with your write-up. If you are uncertain of which pieces you are submitting, you can indicate those pieces as TBD and enter the information when you are delivering your artwork.
· Every effort will be made to pay Artists for sold items within thirty days.
Please add us on Facebook & Instagram @ Avon River Heritage to keep up to date on all activities!
· Works created in all mediums are accepted into the show, such as: Painting, Drawing, Pottery, Sculpture, Textile, Fibre, Jewellery, Wood, Glass, Stone, Metal, Photography. Please contact the coordinators with any questions about specific works.
· As of June 21st all work will remain on public display and online until the show closes on Sunday, September 27th at 5:00 pm. Takedown is between 5pm & 6pm, or by appointment the week following.
· Drop off will be scheduled by appointment, June 5th through 13th. We try our best to accommodate, please contact us with any questions or to schedule an appointment.
· All works must be presentable. Paintings must be dry and equipped to be hung. To avoid confusion, please indicate titles of work on the back or bottom of each piece.
· Insurance: Our insurance does not cover the value of your work. We encourage you to contact your own policy provider for any additional coverage you feel warranted. The facility has a working security system and every precaution will be taken to safeguard your work.
· $30.00 entry fee per artist, to be received in full before any work will be accepted into the show.
· Submissions/payment may be completed by filling out the entry form. Payment can be made by sending a personal cheque made out to the Avon River Heritage Society, 17 Belmont Rd, Newport Landing/Avondale, B0N 2A0 or e-transfer to infoavonriver@gmail.com
· Pricing: The ARHS retains a 25% commission of all sales, so please price your work accordingly.
· All entry packages (form/fee/bio) must be received by April 23rd, 2021. Bios have a 200-word limit. Please include your preferred method of contact (email, phone number, website or mailing address) that you wish to appear along with your write-up. If you are uncertain of which pieces you are submitting, you can indicate those pieces as TBD and enter the information when you are delivering your artwork.
· Every effort will be made to pay Artists for sold items within thirty days.
Please add us on Facebook & Instagram @ Avon River Heritage to keep up to date on all activities!
Chaque mai nous commençons notre saison avec une exposition d’art soulignant les nouvelles œuvres d’art par les artistes établi et émergent de la Hants County et au-delà.
Organise par la Société Artistique Avon River, le Grande Petite Exposition d’Art est une attraction majeure dans notre communaute et c’est un gala de bienfaisance significatif pour l’Avon River Heritage Museum et l’Avon Spirit Shipyard.
Nous vous invitez de nous joindre pour cet évènement important, qui aide à maintenir notre établissement merveilleux opérationnel. Nous sommes très reconnaissant pour notre volontaires dédie et pour ceux et celles qui ont aidé à faire notre évènements spéciaux.
Pour l’information sur la Grande Petite Exposition d’art de la prochaine année, ou n’importe quelles de nos évènements, nous abonnons sur Facebook et Twitter.
Organise par la Société Artistique Avon River, le Grande Petite Exposition d’Art est une attraction majeure dans notre communaute et c’est un gala de bienfaisance significatif pour l’Avon River Heritage Museum et l’Avon Spirit Shipyard.
Nous vous invitez de nous joindre pour cet évènement important, qui aide à maintenir notre établissement merveilleux opérationnel. Nous sommes très reconnaissant pour notre volontaires dédie et pour ceux et celles qui ont aidé à faire notre évènements spéciaux.
Pour l’information sur la Grande Petite Exposition d’art de la prochaine année, ou n’importe quelles de nos évènements, nous abonnons sur Facebook et Twitter.