Program Overview

Agnes Etherington Art Centre Programs

The Agnes Etherington Art Centre offers various programs for artists, researchers, and the community. These programs aim to promote artistic expression, research, and engagement.

Residencies and Fellowships

Agnes creates and supports residencies and fellowships for artists and researchers. These programs provide opportunities for new and vital artistic creation, research, and engagement.

• Stonecroft Artist-in-Residence: This program invites outstanding Canadian contemporary artists to undertake vital artistic creation and research. The program emphasizes artistic exchange, new forms of access to research resources, and extended encounters with contemporary artists, their work, and their processes.
• Artists-in-Residence: This program provides artists with the opportunity to create new work, engage with the community, and participate in research and development.
• Micro-Residency: This program offers short-term residencies for artists and researchers to focus on specific projects or research areas.
• Isabel Bader Fellowship: This fellowship supports researchers and artists in their work, providing access to resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

Academic and Public Programs

The Agnes Etherington Art Centre offers various academic and public programs, including:

• Talks, Tours, Events: The centre hosts talks, tours, and events that showcase artistic and research endeavors.
• Classes, Workshops, Camps: The centre offers classes, workshops, and camps for adults and children, focusing on artistic skills development and creative expression.
• Academic Outreach and Engagement: The centre engages with academic institutions and communities to promote artistic and research collaboration.
• School Programs for Grades 112: The centre offers programs tailored to school curricula, promoting artistic education and awareness.

Research and Collections

The Agnes Etherington Art Centre has a strong focus on research and collections, with areas of interest including:

• Indigenous Art and Culture
• Contemporary Art
• Canadian Historical Art
• European Historical Art
• African Historical Art
• Historical Dress and Quilts

The centre's research and collections are supported by various residencies and fellowships, ensuring a continuous exchange of ideas and knowledge.

Digital Agnes

The Agnes Etherington Art Centre also engages in digital projects and research, including:

• Digital Exhibitions and Publications
• Collection Highlights
• Interactives
• Audio
• Videos

These digital initiatives aim to increase accessibility and engagement with the centre's programs and collections.