Arts Court, in partnership with Debaser’s summer edition of Pique and Doors Open Ottawa, is throwing a building-wide open house like no other.
Join us for a 14-hour celebration of art, music, performance, and community — all under one roof. From afternoon explorations to late-night dancing, this is the party you won’t want to miss.
During the daytime enjoy hands-on experiences, exhibitions, screenings, and performances that the whole family can enjoy.
Then watch the evening come to life with Debaser’s forward-thinking, artist-driven event with some of the best music, art, video and performances by ground-breaking Canadian and international artists.
Click here for the full schedule of activities: https://artscourt.ca/events/arts-court-open-house-party2025
Open House Activities at OAG
Saturday, June 7 · 11 AM – 2 PM
Free admission · No registration required
Explore. Create. Connect. Join us at the Ottawa Art Gallery for a fun-filled Open House featuring guided tours and hands-on art activities for all ages!
Gallery Tours (Starting on the hour: 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM)
Explore OAG’s current exhibitions with our knowledgeable Gallery Educators and Curators:
- Firestone Gallery Tour: Discover this celebrated collection with insights from a dedicated Gallery Educator.
- Grotto: The Bill Staubi Collection: Tour this newly opened exhibition with Curator Caro Stewart.
Tours begin on the hour in the exhibition spaces. No registration required.
Drop-In Art Activity (11 AM – 2 PM · OAG Studio)
Create your own mini masterpiece!
Inspired by the charming houses in Henri Masson’s painting featured in the Firestone Gallery, participants will build their own imaginative paper houses.
- All ages welcome
- Materials provided
- Free & drop-in
Fine Art Valuation Day
Cowley Abbott art specialists are hosting a valuation day at the Ottawa Art Gallery from 11am to 4pm. Call 1-866-931-8415 or email katherine@cowleyabbott.ca to arrange an appointment.
