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Artist Talk with Eva McCauley
News/Updates, 2026-06-02
Join us for an artist talk with Eva McCauley June 27th at 1:00 pm In our Port Saint John Gallery. Her exhibition We Cling To Beauty As The World Falls Apart is currently on display. Drop in to see it Tuesday - Saturday between 9am - 5pm. Eva McCauley is a Canadian painter & printmaker based
News/Updates, 2026-06-02
Join us for an artist talk with Eva McCauley June 27th at 1:00 pm In our Port Saint John Gallery. Her exhibition We Cling To Beauty As The World Falls Apart is currently on display. Drop in to see it Tuesday - Saturday between 9am - 5pm. Eva McCauley is a Canadian painter & printmaker based
Portfolio Development Program
Programs, 2026-06-01
This 20-week program is designed for students who are dedicated to the pursuit and study of visual art, and is aided by the generous support of the James Venner Russell Foundation, Emera New Brunswick, and private donors. A notable number of alumni from 19 past years of this important program have gone on to successful
Programs, 2026-06-01
This 20-week program is designed for students who are dedicated to the pursuit and study of visual art, and is aided by the generous support of the James Venner Russell Foundation, Emera New Brunswick, and private donors. A notable number of alumni from 19 past years of this important program have gone on to successful
Opening Night – New Exhibitions | May 8th, 2026
News/Updates, 2026-05-07
We are excited to welcome you to our opening reception for four new exhibitions this Friday, May 8th, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. With opening remarks at 6:00 pm. Come celebrate the work of four talented artists and explore what's new across our galleries. All are welcome, admission is free, and donations are gratefully accepted.
News/Updates, 2026-05-07
We are excited to welcome you to our opening reception for four new exhibitions this Friday, May 8th, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. With opening remarks at 6:00 pm. Come celebrate the work of four talented artists and explore what's new across our galleries. All are welcome, admission is free, and donations are gratefully accepted.
EMS Collegium Musicum Trio Sonatas
Performing Arts, 2026-04-01
SJAC is proud to partner once again with Early Music Studio of Saint John for a performance by Collegium Musicum (period instruments)! Tim Blackmore, voice flute; Katherine Moller, baroque violin; and Daniel Britt, violoncello, will present Trio Sonatas by Corelli, J.S. Bach, Handel, Telemann, Boismortier & Quantz Sunday, April 19, 2026 / 2:00 - 3:30
Performing Arts, 2026-04-01
SJAC is proud to partner once again with Early Music Studio of Saint John for a performance by Collegium Musicum (period instruments)! Tim Blackmore, voice flute; Katherine Moller, baroque violin; and Daniel Britt, violoncello, will present Trio Sonatas by Corelli, J.S. Bach, Handel, Telemann, Boismortier & Quantz Sunday, April 19, 2026 / 2:00 - 3:30
Artist Talk with Dimitri Karakostas
News/Updates, 2026-03-04
Join us Saturday March 14th at 2:00 pm for an artist talk with Dimitri Karakostas. He will be speaking about his practice, other photographers and some photography history. Dimitri currently has his exhibition Incorrectly Perceived As Being Empty on display at SJAC in the Rotunda Gallery until March 20th. "Most photography wants to be understood
News/Updates, 2026-03-04
Join us Saturday March 14th at 2:00 pm for an artist talk with Dimitri Karakostas. He will be speaking about his practice, other photographers and some photography history. Dimitri currently has his exhibition Incorrectly Perceived As Being Empty on display at SJAC in the Rotunda Gallery until March 20th. "Most photography wants to be understood
‘What’s in the Box?’ 2026
Fundraisers, 2026-01-29
SJAC's popular fundraiser is back to answer the burning question, ‘What’s in the Box?’! Click here to purchase your ticket now! When is 'What's in the Box?' Join us Thursday, April 16, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, for an entertaining evening of delicious food, fine drink, and an opportunity to support your community arts centre!
Fundraisers, 2026-01-29
SJAC's popular fundraiser is back to answer the burning question, ‘What’s in the Box?’! Click here to purchase your ticket now! When is 'What's in the Box?' Join us Thursday, April 16, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, for an entertaining evening of delicious food, fine drink, and an opportunity to support your community arts centre!
Whats Happening At SJAC
News/Updates, 2026-01-12
As most of you may know SJAC is undergoing an HVAC system installation. At this stage of construction our galleries will remain closed. If anyone is coming into the building to meet with staff or for workshop purposes please enter through the back door in the parking lot off Carlton. st. The first exhibitions of
News/Updates, 2026-01-12
As most of you may know SJAC is undergoing an HVAC system installation. At this stage of construction our galleries will remain closed. If anyone is coming into the building to meet with staff or for workshop purposes please enter through the back door in the parking lot off Carlton. st. The first exhibitions of
Closed For The Holidays
News/Updates, 2025-12-18
SJAC will be closed for the holidays from December 19th 2025 - January 6th 2026 We hope you all have a wonder-filled holiday season and we will see you in the new year! Please note renovations are underway, this will temporarily affect access to certain galleries in the new year. Thank you for your patience
News/Updates, 2025-12-18
SJAC will be closed for the holidays from December 19th 2025 - January 6th 2026 We hope you all have a wonder-filled holiday season and we will see you in the new year! Please note renovations are underway, this will temporarily affect access to certain galleries in the new year. Thank you for your patience
Introducing SJAC’s Incoming Executive Director
News/Updates, 2025-12-10
The SJAC team would like to announce our next Executive Director, Andi Emrich. We welcome her to our team and would like to introduce her with a letter she wrote to the community: To the friends and supporters of the greater Saint John arts community, I am delighted to introduce myself as the new Executive
News/Updates, 2025-12-10
The SJAC team would like to announce our next Executive Director, Andi Emrich. We welcome her to our team and would like to introduce her with a letter she wrote to the community: To the friends and supporters of the greater Saint John arts community, I am delighted to introduce myself as the new Executive
Andrew Kierstead’s Retirement
News/Updates, 2025-12-10
After 14 impactful years as SJAC’s Executive Director, our dear friend and colleague Andrew Kierstead will be retiring later this month. At his request, in lieu of a retirement party, he invites friends and well-wishers to contribute to SJAC’s Art Advocacy Fund. Andrew seeded the fund this fall with a $5,000 donation from the Sheila
News/Updates, 2025-12-10
After 14 impactful years as SJAC’s Executive Director, our dear friend and colleague Andrew Kierstead will be retiring later this month. At his request, in lieu of a retirement party, he invites friends and well-wishers to contribute to SJAC’s Art Advocacy Fund. Andrew seeded the fund this fall with a $5,000 donation from the Sheila
Holiday Cheer Surprise Gift Bags
Fundraisers, 2025-12-09
SJAC staff have been hard at work (starting last summer!) to bring back a popular holiday fundraiser. We've created gift bags full of art, with five lovely gifts to give (or keep for yourself!) Each bag contains a surprise collection of: three hand-crafted ceramic ornaments; an original winter-themed painting (one of four sweet designs); and
Fundraisers, 2025-12-09
SJAC staff have been hard at work (starting last summer!) to bring back a popular holiday fundraiser. We've created gift bags full of art, with five lovely gifts to give (or keep for yourself!) Each bag contains a surprise collection of: three hand-crafted ceramic ornaments; an original winter-themed painting (one of four sweet designs); and
Happy Birthday To Our Building
News/Updates, 2025-11-16
November 16th 2025 marks the 121st birthday of our beloved building. Did you know the Saint John Arts Centre was originally built as one of the Carnegie Libraries in 1904? We are one of 125 built in Canada, and are also one of 63 left standing in the country. Many Saint John residents grew up
News/Updates, 2025-11-16
November 16th 2025 marks the 121st birthday of our beloved building. Did you know the Saint John Arts Centre was originally built as one of the Carnegie Libraries in 1904? We are one of 125 built in Canada, and are also one of 63 left standing in the country. Many Saint John residents grew up
Closed for Remembrance Day Nov. 11th
News/Updates, 2025-11-08
Our galleries will be closed Tuesday November 11th to observe Remembrance day. To learn more about Remembrance day follow these links: Canadian War Museum. Veterans.gc.ca To find a Remembrance day service in Saint John, follow this link: Services in Saint John Stop by any other day after to see our annual memorial honouring a local
News/Updates, 2025-11-08
Our galleries will be closed Tuesday November 11th to observe Remembrance day. To learn more about Remembrance day follow these links: Canadian War Museum. Veterans.gc.ca To find a Remembrance day service in Saint John, follow this link: Services in Saint John Stop by any other day after to see our annual memorial honouring a local
Opening Reception October 30th
News/Updates, 2025-10-21
The opening Reception for the next exhibitions is on Thursday October 30th, from 5:00pm - 7:00pm here at SJAC. Everyone is welcome to attend. Our team at SJAC is excited to see you all there! The Exhibitions Include: In the Port Saint John Gallery: Fibre Art Network - Resist In the City Gallery: Spoons by
News/Updates, 2025-10-21
The opening Reception for the next exhibitions is on Thursday October 30th, from 5:00pm - 7:00pm here at SJAC. Everyone is welcome to attend. Our team at SJAC is excited to see you all there! The Exhibitions Include: In the Port Saint John Gallery: Fibre Art Network - Resist In the City Gallery: Spoons by
Want to keep up to date with everything happening at SJAC?
News/Updates, 2025-10-20
To get the quickest updates about everything happening with the Saint John Arts Centre follow us on social media. We post as soon as workshops are available for registration, current and upcoming exhibitions, fun things happening in our pottery and print studios (which are available to rent), about outreach programs we are a part of,
News/Updates, 2025-10-20
To get the quickest updates about everything happening with the Saint John Arts Centre follow us on social media. We post as soon as workshops are available for registration, current and upcoming exhibitions, fun things happening in our pottery and print studios (which are available to rent), about outreach programs we are a part of,
Closed for Thanksgiving weekend
News/Updates, 2025-10-10
Happy Thanksgiving! We will be closed from October 11th until October 13th for Thanksgiving weekend. We will reopen Tuesday October 14th at 9:00 am. Apologies for any inconvenience. Hope you all have a wonderful weekend.
News/Updates, 2025-10-10
Happy Thanksgiving! We will be closed from October 11th until October 13th for Thanksgiving weekend. We will reopen Tuesday October 14th at 9:00 am. Apologies for any inconvenience. Hope you all have a wonderful weekend.
Apply to be the next SJAC Executive Director
News/Updates, 2025-10-03
Applications are now closed. Thank you to all who have applied. Click the following link to apply for the position of Saint John Arts Centre's next executive director. This will take you directly to the application on indeed where you can find the full position description. https://ca.indeed.com/job/executive-director-9f86cf20703df06f
News/Updates, 2025-10-03
Applications are now closed. Thank you to all who have applied. Click the following link to apply for the position of Saint John Arts Centre's next executive director. This will take you directly to the application on indeed where you can find the full position description. https://ca.indeed.com/job/executive-director-9f86cf20703df06f
Day for Truth and Reconciliation September 30th
Events, 2025-09-29
SJAC's offices and galleries will be closed on Tuesday, September 30th as we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Evening Oil Painting and Pottery on the Wheel workshops are postponed until October 7th. Here are some online resources to learn more about this important observance: • The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Events, 2025-09-29
SJAC's offices and galleries will be closed on Tuesday, September 30th as we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Evening Oil Painting and Pottery on the Wheel workshops are postponed until October 7th. Here are some online resources to learn more about this important observance: • The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
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