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. (level 2)
- Grotto: The Bill Staubi Collection: Tour this newly opened exhibition with Curator Caro Stewart. (level 4)
Tours begin on the hour in the exhibition spaces. No registration required.
Drop-In Art Activity (11 AM – 2 PM · OAG Studio, level 0)
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.
