• Belleville Arts Festival – Collaborative Exhibition

    J.M. Parrott Gallery 254 Pinnacle, Belleville

    An immersive, collaborative exhibition highlighting 19th-century Ontario life and the Moodie family, presented in partnership with the Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County, the Parrott Gallery, and Glanmore National Historic Site. Archival material, artworks, and historical objects will bring the Moodie era to life for visitors throughout the month.

    Free
  • Belleville Arts Festival – Mark Bond Period Music

    Belleville Public Library 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON

    Marvellous local pianist Mark Bond will be playing period music at 1:00 PM preceding keynote speaker, Charlotte Gray, who will discuss her many books and the time period of Susanna Moodie in Belleville at 2:00 PM.

  • Belleville Arts Festival – Charlotte Gray, Keynote Speaker

    Belleville Public Library 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON

    Join us as we launch the 1st Annual Belleville Arts Festival, with historian and bestselling author Charlotte Gray, C.M. Ms. Gray is Canada’s most popular non-fiction writer and has written 12 bestsellers. Featuring a special piano performance by Mark Bond at 1:00.

  • Belleville Arts Festival – Art Crawl

    Downtown Belleville Gallery District

    Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.

  • Belleville Arts Festival – Collaborative Exhibition

    J.M. Parrott Gallery 254 Pinnacle, Belleville

    An immersive, collaborative exhibition highlighting 19th-century Ontario life and the Moodie family, presented in partnership with the Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County, the Parrott Gallery, and Glanmore National Historic Site. Archival material, artworks, and historical objects will bring the Moodie era to life for visitors throughout the month.

  • Belleville Arts Festival – Art Crawl

    Downtown Belleville Gallery District

    Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.

  • Belleville Arts Festival – Collaborative Exhibition

    J.M. Parrott Gallery 254 Pinnacle, Belleville

    An immersive, collaborative exhibition highlighting 19th-century Ontario life and the Moodie family, presented in partnership with the Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County, the Parrott Gallery, and Glanmore National Historic Site. Archival material, artworks, and historical objects will bring the Moodie era to life for visitors throughout the month.

  • Belleville Arts Festival – Art Crawl

    Downtown Belleville Gallery District

    Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.

  • Belleville Arts Festival – Art Crawl

    Downtown Belleville Gallery District

    Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.

  • Belleville Arts Festival – Collaborative Exhibition

    J.M. Parrott Gallery 254 Pinnacle, Belleville

    An immersive, collaborative exhibition highlighting 19th-century Ontario life and the Moodie family, presented in partnership with the Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County, the Parrott Gallery, and Glanmore National Historic Site. Archival material, artworks, and historical objects will bring the Moodie era to life for visitors throughout the month.

    Free
  • Belleville Arts Festival – Film Mixer with Patrick Crowe

    The Landing 75 S Church Street, Belleville

    Join us at The Landing for an evening that blends cinema, conversation, and community. The Quinte Arts Council is proud to present a Film Mixer featuring the acclaimed documentary The Enduring Enigma of Susanna Moodie by Toronto-based filmmaker Patrick Crowe. Starring Margaret Atwood as herself and Ceciley Jenkins as Susanna’s Maid. This captivating film explores the life and legacy of Susanna Moodie, one of Canada’s most fascinating historical figures, whose writing captured the struggles and spirit of early settlers in Upper Canada. Narrated with stunning visuals and thoughtful storytelling, the film brings Moodie’s complex persona to life while highlighting her enduring impact on Canadian literature and culture. The screening will be followed by an intimate Q&A with filmmaker Patrick Crowe, offering insights into his creative process and the historical themes that continue to resonate today. Tickets: $20 Includes one complimentary beverage (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and light refreshments. Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow film lovers, meet the filmmaker, and experience a powerful work that bridges Canadian history and contemporary storytelling.

    $20
  • Belleville Arts Festival – Writing Workshop

    Belleville Public Library 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON

    Join award-winning local authors Linda Bond and Joy Lynn Goddard in this lively and interactive writing workshop that offers tips and tricks to breathe life into your story. By exploring effective writing methods of present and past writers, with a special nod to the works of Susanna Moodie, you will discover how to create characters and scenes that readers will long remember. Pre-register at [email protected] (Subject Heading: Tips and Tricks) Cost: $20 per person, cash at door

    $20