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Since 1973 the library gallery has been a cultural hub for the city and region, providing an exhibition space for local, national and international artists and has acted as a social and educational venue as well. Many changes have occurred over the years, but the John M. Parrott Art Gallery continues in its role as the only public art gallery of the Quinte region.
The Parrott Gallery is located on the 3rd floor of the Belleville Public Library.
Mixed Media Still Life by Cyenna Green, Centennial Secondary School Windows & Mirrors Artwork by Local High-School Students Artwork by students from the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board and the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday, April 9, 2026 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Meet the artists and enjoy light […]
Luiza Anderle Thursday, April 16, 2026 “To be a Guest: Ethics in Travel Photography” Join us in our third floor Meeting Room, starting at 6:15 to meet our speakers. Presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. Coffee and Tea will be available. Part of the Captured Perspectives photography series.
April 21 - This class is FULL Payne’s Landscape watercolour on paper, 6 x 9 inches As we work with watercolour, we often reach for the colour Payne’s Grey to modify our colours but keep their transparency. But who was William Payne, the artist for whom the colour is named? Let’s learn a bit about […]
Wednesday, April 22: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Life Drawing from a Nude Model There will be no instructor at this workshop. We supply the model, you supply the drawing materials! Registration required - ages 18+ Suggested donations of $5 will be accepted and appreciated! Contact the Gallery for more information and to register: gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca 613-968-6731 […]
Thursday, April 23: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Join Emebet Belete for this fun, instructional crochet circle. Everyone welcome, beginners and experienced artists alike! This gathering is in association with our upcoming exhibition Stitched Stories, Bridging Communities On display from June 20 to July 25, 2026 All materials supplied - Third Floor Meeting Room. Registrations requested […]
April 28 Payne’s Landscape watercolour on paper, 6 x 9 inches As we work with watercolour, we often reach for the colour Payne’s Grey to modify our colours but keep their transparency. But who was William Payne, the artist for whom the colour is named? Let’s learn a bit about him by creating our own […]
Bring your creativity & supplies to this guided drawing session. You will be amazed at what you can create! Open to all skill levels. Guided workshop – admission is free! This is a drop-in program, no registration required.
Saturday, May 2: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Join Emebet Belete for this fun, instructional crochet circle. Everyone welcome, beginners and experienced artists alike! This gathering is in association with our upcoming exhibition Stitched Stories, Bridging Communities On display from June 20 to July 25, 2026 All materials supplied - Third Floor Meeting Room. Registrations requested - […]
May 5 - Our Modigliani acrylic on canvas, 20 x 10 inches Amedeo Modigliani was an early 20th century artist who developed a distinct style in his short life. Long faces with elongated noses and necks are Modigliani’s response in the era of Cubism. We will learn a bit about this iconic and tragic artist as […]
HEART & HOME JMPAG Biennial Juried Art Exhibition Artwork submitted by local artists on the theme "HEART & HOME." Work selected by jurors: Anne Barkley and Nancy Moore. OPENING RECEPTION & AWARD CEREMONY: Thursday, May 14, 2026 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments. Exhibition on display in Galleries 1 & 2 from May […]
May 19 -Sea Turtle at Home watercolour pencil on paper, 7.5 x 4.5 inches Watercolour pencil is an excellent compliment to our palette of watercolour paint. In this workshop, we will spend some of our time creating a ‘how to’ page of watercolour pencil techniques, and the rest of our time building this under-water-scape of […]
Don Wilson Thursday, May 21, 2026 “Early Photographic Processes and the Tintype” Join us in our third floor Meeting Room, starting at 6:15 to meet our speakers. Presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. Coffee and Tea will be available. Part of the Captured Perspectives photography series.
