Home » John M. Parrott Art Gallery
Collection Search
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.
“Bug’s Eye View” – watercolour on paper, 8″x6″ From the branches of a serviceberry bush, we look out at the bright spring sun and smell the lovely, tiny white blossoms. Using masking fluid and some odd tools, we will create this pretty spring scene as we practice our brushstrokes and layering. Each 3-hour workshop, led […]
Wednesday, May 28: 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 […]
Nature and the Hidden Mixed media painting with macrame by Liana DiMarco On display in the Corridor Cabinets from May 31 to June 28, 2025 OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday May 31, 2025 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments.
“Canada View from a Hill” – acrylic on canvas, 14″x11″ Placing ourselves at this high vantage point gives the opportunity to explore how we create a long-range perspective. Using a range of brushstrokes, we will build detail as we travel up the hill to stand next to our beautiful flag snapping in the breeze. Each 3-hour […]
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! Space is limited so please register. To register: email gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca or call 613-968-6731 x2040
Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. in Gallery 1 Experience a joyful afternoon of music with the Carpe Diem String Ensemble. The group will be playing “What a Wonderful World”, “My Favourite Things” and other uplifting pieces. Hear audience favourites La Vie en Rose, Moonlight Serenade, The Moldau, Fiddlin’ Fun, a lively polka and […]
“Playful Canada on the Line” – watercolour on paper, 9″x12″ This class is FULL Splashy and loose is watercolour at its most fun. In this workshop, we will work with quick ‘on the page’ mixing to build up leafy layers, and then work in gentle layers to develop depth of colour for shadows and movement […]
Opening Reception for "Fragility and Strength" Emőke K. Wilson and Linda Mazur-Jack Saturday, June 21, 2025 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments. On display in Gallery 2 from June 21 to July 19, 2025
Opening Reception for "From End to End" Rednersville Road Group Show Saturday, June 21, 2025 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments. On display in Gallery 1 from June 21 to July 19, 2025
Life Drawing from a Draped Model (Sarah will be our model) There will be no instructor at this workshop. We supply the model, you supply the drawing materials! Registration required. Suggested donations of $5 will be accepted and appreciated! Contact the Gallery for more information and to register: gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca 613-968-6731 x 2040
Thursday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. in Gallery 1Harvest of HarmonyMusic Performances by students from the Herman Music Studio.Join us for an evening of music including piano, violin, guitar and voice.FREE event – everyone welcome!
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! Space is limited so please register. To register: email gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca or call 613-968-6731 x2040
Copyright © 2024 Belleville Public Library and John M Parrott Art Gallery.
The support of the City of Belleville and the Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture is gratefully acknowledged.
254 Pinnacle St. Belleville
ON, K8N 3B1, Canada
613- 968-6731
SITE BY: SNAP360.CA
You Can Help.
Notifications
